Park Maintenance Worker - Full Time

Milwaukee County oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support Enforcement, Combined Court Operations, Sheriffs Department, Community Reintegration Center, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors in the Department on Aging, those with Disabilities, and Veterans Affairs. Our employees also remain committed to serve the cultural, human, recreational and social needs of the entire community.

Milwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If disability related accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936. For application inquiries please contact careers@milwaukeecountywi.gov.

We are searching for Changemakers to come and join our team and discover our diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique talents, we are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee County!

Parks Maintenance Worker

Pay Range Hourly - $21.08 - $31.60

Closing Date: 05/20/2025 or upon receiving 50 applications.

Parks Equity Statement: Milwaukee County Parks is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse work force that is demographically and racially representative of Milwaukee County residents. Milwaukee County Parks leadership is committed to honoring diverse experiences, perspectives, and unique identities, while fostering work environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Job Summary: Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of a park unit to ensure quality facilities and amenities and a safe environment; preserve and enhance department assets; ensure quality service and product delivery.

Job Responsibilities:

• Equipment Maintenance - Inspect and maintain all equipment and tools related to the performance of job duties.
• Turf and grounds maintenance - Maintain Park green space to include, but not limited to, mowing, trimming, fertilization, aerification, seeding, weeding, planting, mulching, and irrigation.
• Athletic Fields and other Recreation Facility Maintenance - Set up and maintain natural or synthetic baseball/softball fields, turf sport fields and hard surface play courts by industry practices to a standard level for competitive play. Assist with special facilities such ice rinks, natural or rinks with chillers.
• Building and amenity maintenance - Maintain buildings and facilities such as pavilions, shelters, service yards, clubhouses, pool buildings, to include, but not limited to, general cleaning, rental set up, waxing and stripping floors, graffiti removal, inspection, build and repair picnic tables.
• Parkway, path, and parking lot maintenance - Maintain Park roadways, drives, parking lots, and pathways to include, but not limited to, cold patching, line striping, cleaning catch basins, snow removal, and salting.
• Aquatic facility maintenance and operation - Maintain and operate a variety of pools, mainly splash pads and wading pools. Assist with deep-well pool preparations and maintenance with some operation when necessary.
• Special assignments and projects - Participate on special project teams; community outreach efforts; and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current resident of Wisconsin.
• Valid WI Driver's License
• Ability to lift/carry/push/pull 50 lbs.
• High School Diploma
• Less than One (1) year of experience in Grounds, Landscape or Park Maintenance
• Associate's Degree preferred (Park & Rec, Horticulture, Agronomy, Turf Management)
• CDL Class A preferred

License and Certification:

• Class "B" CDL must be obtained within 6 months
• First Aid and CPR must obtained within 6 months
• WI 3.0 pesticide applicator's license required within 6 months

Note: This Original Examination is open to current residents of the State of Wisconsin. The selection process will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: education and experience evaluation; written, oral, or performance tests, or other assessment methods.

APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION

Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.