Operation Specialist - Grounds Maintenance 2B

Operation Specialist - Grounds Maintenance 2B

Salary

$17.75 - $27.45 Hourly

Location

401 Laureate Way, Kannapolis NC 28081

Job Type

Part Time - 2B (1,000+ hrs)

Job Number

00389

Department

Parks and Recreation

Division

Parks and Recreation

Opening Date

10/13/2026

Closing Date

11/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits

Example of Duties

Hiring Range: $17.74 - $20.41

Part-Time 2B position (1,000-1,500 hours annually)

Open until filled.

JOB SUMMARY

The Park Operations Specialist performs skilled work in several areas of the Parks and Recreation Department. Reporting to either a Recreation Coordinator, Park Manager or Grounds Manager, the Park Operations Specialist works under general supervision sufficient to monitor progress and assess achievement of key performance indicators.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs skilled work in focused and concentrated areas of the Parks and Recreation Department.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: Under general supervision an employee in this class performs skilled work involving various areas of parks and recreation. Such areas are defined as Train Operator; Splash Pad Operator; Building Attendants, AV and Technical Operators, Shuttle Operator, Bus Driver, Athletic Specialist, or Concessions Supervisors. An employee in this class performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment of the position.

Park Operations Specialist specifically includes:

• Assists with grounds maintenance, including, but not limited to, mowing, trimming, litter pick-up and trash collection
• Ability to operate of equipment such as utility vehicles or tool-cat after training and safety requirements are met
• Assists with routine cleaning and custodial duties
• Provides manual labor assistance associated with special events, including concerts, movies including transporting equipment or operation of tool-cat to load/unload

General Duties of All

• Enforces rules and regulations at parks and facilities.
• Performs routine cleaning and custodial duties.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Typical Qualifications

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Working and detailed knowledge of the specific operation in one or more of the concentrated areas of this position is required. Some supervisory experience is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and training. Must be certified in First Aid and CPR or have the ability to pass certification course. Must have the ability to get along well with others; and the ability to work unusual hours, especially nights and weekends. Must pass a criminal background check.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: High school graduate or GED; must be at least 18 years of age. Valid NC driver's license or ability to obtain prior to hire and a safe driving history is also required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• If operating a City vehicle a NC Class C drivers' license is required for the entire duration of employment.
• 2B positions require a minimum of 24 hours/week

Other Necessary Requirements

JOB RELATED PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS: This is work requiring the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires reaching, walking, stooping, crouching, standing, lifting, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operation of machines, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.

Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.

If multiple applications are submitted to an individual position, only the most recent application received prior to the posting closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Processing applications will take an average of 6 - 8 weeks due to the high volume of applications received. It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application.

For technical issues with your applications, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 704-920-4301.

Benefits for part time employees are limited based on part time status.

Employer City of Kannapolis

Address 401 Laureate Way

Kannapolis, North Carolina, 28081

Phone 704-920-4300

704-920-4444

Website http://www.kannapolisnc.gov