Parks and Grounds Technician (I-Sr.)

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Job Details

What is the compensation package

Pay Range: (G23 24 25) $21.99 - $33.43 per hour (depending on experience)

Provo City offers generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans including 401k and 401k matching; paid leaves including vacation sick holidays bereavement and parental leaves; educational assistance; competitive pay; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market. Employees also receive great perks: free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena a Provo Library card 50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course a 4/10 work schedule and others. For more information about benefits click here.

What are the main duties

• Perform comprehensive grounds maintenance including mowing trimming edging and maintaining turf areas to City standards.

• Prepare and maintain athletic fields and public spaces for safe and high-quality use; perform trenching and turf aeration as needed.

• Perform specialized landscaping duties including pruning trees and shrubs and removing dead or diseased vegetation.

• Plant transplant and care for trees shrubs flowers and grass.

• Apply fertilizers pesticides and sprays in compliance with regulations; maintain accurate chemical application records and ensure proper storage.

• Design install program troubleshoot and repair irrigation systems and related grounds infrastructure.

• Direct or assist with construction and maintenance of City facilities including excavating concrete work carpentry plumbing electrical and painting.

• Install inspect and maintain playground equipment and safety surfacing.

• Provide custodial services and facility upkeep.

• Perform seasonal tasks such as snow and ice removal winterizing water lines and event setup.

• Prepare landscape project estimates and transport materials.

• May serve as lead worker on assigned projects.

• Operate and maintain heavy and light equipment and tools.

• Supervise and train seasonal or part-time staff and support team operations as needed.

What are the minimum requirements

Provo City will honor an equivalent combination of job-related experience and education. Applicants will have up to 6 months after hire to obtain any missing licenses.

Level I

• One year of experience in lawn and tree care general construction light/heavy equipment operation and/or other job-related experience.

• A valid lawful Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL).

Level II

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

• Two years of experience as a Grounds Technician I OR three years of general construction grounds maintenance or other job-related experience.

• A valid lawful Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL).

• A valid Utah Pesticide Applicator License

Senior

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

• Three years of experience as a Grounds Technician II OR six years of general construction grounds maintenance or other job-related experience.

• A valid lawful Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL).

• A valid Utah Pesticide Applicator License

What is the selection process

Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted with the first screening being held on April 23 2026. Applicants mustmeet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.

If selected for hire candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Why Provo City

Provo is a strong community-centered city with thriving neighborhoods dedicated residents and a deep tradition of service and innovation. We build on these strengths by making city government more transparent and efficient expanding diverse and affordable housing revitalizing local business districts and investing in smarter infrastructure and transportation. By planning growth thoughtfully and managing resources responsibly we maintain a future for Provo that is vibrant connected and welcoming for families students seniors and business for generations to come. All of this makes Provo well-managed friendly economically vibrant and livable for people at all stages of life. Visit to learn more!

Provo City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.