Parks Maintenance Worker II

Position Scope

Our Vision: We aspire to be the community of limitless possibilities.

Our Mission is to provide exceptional services for a safe, thriving community, while honoring our history and innovating for the future.

Embrace the New - Do Right - Lend a Hand - Find a Way - Enjoy our Work - Celebrate Uniqueness

Our Benefits
The City of Buckeye provides an extensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees. This includes health, dental, vision, life, pet insurance, as well as wellness incentives. Coverage begins the first day of the month following the start of your employment.

Vacation & Sick Leave

At the City of Buckeye, we understand the vital role that vacation time plays in supporting the mental, physical, and emotional well-being of our employees. Vacation and sick leave accruals begin on the first day of employment and may be used upon accrual. Additionally, employees receive credit towards vacation leave accruals for years of service with other public sector retirement systems nationwide (not including Federal service).

Holidays

The City of Buckeye observes eleven holidays per year: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving and the day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.

Retirement
This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Contribution is mandatory, and the current contribution rate is 12%, per fiscal year.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

GENERAL PURPOSE: Under general supervision, performs routine and general labor, maintenance, construction, and repair on public facilities and parks.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Performs a variety of manual labor and basic equipment operation tasks as assigned; performs the more difficult and responsible tasks assigned to employees in the job series; works with some supervision and makes proper decisions using sound judgment duties will vary according to job assignment.
• Performs routine building, roadway or grounds repairs and maintenance; paints facilities and removes graffiti; performs basic plumbing and electrical work; makes minor maintenance repairs; installs and repairs irrigation lines; replaces and repairs park signs; repairs and replaces sidewalk concrete.
• Operates a variety of minor equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
• Performs semiskilled and skilled construction, maintenance and manual labor work.
• Assists in the construction, maintenance and repair of structures and structural components, grounds work areas or facilities.
• Picks up and delivers materials as directed.
• Installs and maintains turf, trees, shrubs and other landscaping materials.
• Inspects, cleans and performs routine maintenance work on minor equipment; identifies and reports mechanical problems requiring additional repair.
• Completes required daily logs and reports.
• Opens and closes park facilities, to include locking and unlocking of gates and restrooms, clean-up activities, etc.
• Assists with special event set up and tear down.
• Performs custodial duties as assigned, such as, trash pick-up and removal, cleaning restrooms, washing ramadas, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Minimum Qualifications & Position Requirements

Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED and three (3) years experience in park or grounds maintenance; OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge of:

• City policies and procedures.
• Principles and practices of street, building or grounds repair and maintenance.
• Minor equipment maintenance and repair methods and materials.
• Safety standards and practices.
• Principles of basic record keeping and records management.

Skill in:

• Safe and efficient operation of minor equipment according to standard operating and safety procedures.
• Reading and interpreting maps, technical specifications and operations manuals for equipment.
• Following and effectively communicating verbal and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of work.

12-Month Goals:

• Become familiar with all City facilities currently within the Parks inventory.
• Become proficient at opening and closing procedures at all Parks facilities.
• Become familiar with the Parks Division organizational chart and emergency callout procedures.
• Build a cohesive and professional working relationship with direct supervisor and teammates.
• Obtain at least one agreed upon certification directly related to Park, Cemetery and/or Trail maintenance.

Additional Information

Special Requirements: Possession of a valid Arizona Driver’s License; specific technical training and certifications may be required. Nights, weekends and various shifts may be required depending on division’s needs. May work unaccompanied during the opening and closing of parks and facilities.
Days of Week Worked: Monday-Friday, Weekends & Holidays may be required

Physical Demands / Work Environment: Work is performed outdoors and in public facilities.

Reports To: Parks Superintendent or assigned designee

Supervision Exercised: None

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

Employee Benefits & Wellness

The City offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time classified and management employees. Part-time classified employees may be eligible for select benefits where defined.

For complete Benefit Plan & Wellness Information, please visit the City website at:
Benefits & Wellness

City benefit plans are subject to change at any time.

Closing Date/Time: 7/28/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

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• City of Buckeye, AZ

• 623-349-6000

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