Maintenance Worker 1

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma GED or equivalent preferred.
• Experience performing grounds maintenance landscaping construction agricultural or general maintenance work is desirable.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and terrain.
• Ability to lift carry and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• General knowledge of operating and maintaining small equipment including lawn mowers chain saws weed eaters backpack sprayers and hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of basic groundskeeping and vegetation management practices.
• Ability to safely apply herbicides and follow pesticide label requirements and safety protocols.
• Ability to perform manual labor and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work effectively with coworkers and interact professionally with the public.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills are desirable.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily outdoors and may involve exposure to heat cold wind rain dust insects uneven terrain and other environmental conditions.
• Position requires frequent walking standing bending lifting kneeling and operating equipment.
• Occasional weekend holiday or extended-hour work may be required depending on operational needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with fence construction and repair.
• Experience operating tractors utility vehicles trailers or grounds maintenance equipment.
• Experience with herbicide application or noxious weed management.
• Experience maintaining parks recreation sites agricultural lands or public facilities.

This position plays a key role in maintaining safe clean and enjoyable recreational facilities while supporting wildlife habitat management and public access throughout the state.