Park Technician - Equipment Operator

Park Technician - Equipment Operator

Salary

$43,019.11 - $45,919.27 Annually

Location

151 W. Church St., Lewisville, TX

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

FY2526-00045

Department

Parks and Recreation

Opening Date

12/01/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits

Position Summary

Operate and maintain light to medium maintenance equipment typically used in the maintenance of parks, preserves, recreation facilities and public spaces.

Essential Functions

• Operate tractor, large mowers, rubber tire backhoe, dump truck and front-end loader, and other equipment to assist with the maintenance of parks, preserves, recreation facilities and public spaces
• Inspects and performs basic service, preventive maintenance and minor repairs to equipment as required to keep equipment in safe, working order; fuels equipment, checks tires, assures that equipment is secure and operational; reports major service/repair needs to supervisor or designated authority.
• Assists co-workers in performing work tasks as required.
• Supports other divisions with special events and projects as needed.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Experience: Six (6) months experience in operating maintenance equipment.

A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required for this position and may not be substituted. Beyond this requirement, any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will enable a candidate to successfully perform the essential functions of the job is an acceptable substitute for the remaining specified education and experience requirements.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge and ability in the safe operation of maintenance equipment and vehicles.
• Knowledge and ability in the use of hand and power tools used in park maintenance.
• Knowledge in the use and placement of work zone traffic control devices.

Ability to:

• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Ability to follow instructions, safety practices and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks.
• Ability to be punctual and attend work regularly
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor and to work in adverse weather conditions when needed.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
• Ability to learn and practice new techniques and job skills.

Other Requirements:

• Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test, physical exam and functional capacity test.
• Must possess a valid State of Texas Driver's License Class "CDL-A" and good driving record as defined by City policy.
• Must be available to work overtime, on-call, nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

Work Hours

Monday-Friday 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Experience job stability and attractive benefits by pursuing a full-time career in municipal government with the City of Lewisville.

• TMRS - Employees are required to contribute 7% of their salary, the City will match 2:1
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan - if employees contribute a minimum of 4%, the City will contribute 3.76% to a 401(a) Plan in the employee's name (vested after 5 years of service)
• Medical Coverage (includes Prescription Drugs) - 2 medical plans through CIGNA, including an HSA
• Dental Coverage through CIGNA
• Vision Coverage through Superior Vision
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care FSA's)
• Pre-tax Premium Deductions
• Life Insurance equal to four times annual salary
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance equal to three times annual salary
• Voluntary Dependent Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness Coverage
• 10 days of vacation per year for years 1-4, 15 days of vacation per year for years 5-9, and 20 days of vacation per year for 10+ years of service.
• 15 sick days per year
• 11 paid holidays per year
• 8 Hours of Paid Volunteer Time Off per year through our VTO Program
• 15 days paid military leave per year
• Extended military pay if called to active duty
• Workers' Compensation
• Near-site Wellness Center
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Employee membership discount to Thrive, LELLA, and Lake Park
• Employee recognition programs and events throughout the year

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Employer City of Lewisville

Address 151 W Church Street

Lewisville, Texas, 75057

Phone 469-635-5252

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lewisville