Park Technician

PARK TECHNICIAN (FORESTRY)
Parks & Recreation / Parks Department
City of Salina, Kansas

Apply: jobs.salina-ks.gov

The Park Technician position in Salina, Kansas plays a vital role with responsibilities that benefit the community, enhancing urban forestry & ensuring responsible environmental stewardship. The position calls for trimming trees on city streets & rights-of-way, maintaining equipment, & leading work crews, a reflection of essential community services that supports both public safety & aesthetic improvement.  The ideal candidate possesses at least one year of relevant experience & a Kansas driver’s license, symbolizing a fusion of skill & responsibility that plays a crucial part in the City of Salina’s commitment to maintaining its green spaces. This role is key because it keeps the community looking beautiful & makes sure everyone has nice green spaces to enjoy.

Career Advancement: Park Operations Manager

On-the-Job Training: Training for the Park Technician position is provided by experienced staff, helping our new employee to quickly learn essential skills for tree trimming, safe equipment use, & best maintenance practices. This training includes hands-on experience with tools like chainsaws & tractors, under the guidance of seasoned employees who share their knowledge & expertise. Our new Park Technician will work alongside team leaders to participate in special projects & learn to handle emergency situations, such as weather-related assignments. This learning environment promotes growth & offers a foundation for a long & promising career in urban forestry.

Duties:
· Trims trees in parks & rights-of-way using chainsaws, manual saws, man-lift trucks, & vehicles.
· Operates tractors & attachments such as medium-sized loaders, skid steers, & other equipment.
· Performs routine preventative equipment maintenance & safety inspections; services & performs minor repairs to equipment including chain saws, pole saws, chippers, & blowers.
· Leads work crews & maintains records of activities & routine operational records; assists other staff as necessary; interacts with the public.
· Works on special projects & assignments.
· Responds to weather & other emergencies.

Education: High school diploma or G.E.D.

Experience: One (1) year work in general tree trimming or tree removal.

Related Work: Arborist, Environmental Technician, Facility Maintenance Worker, Groundskeeper, Horticulturist, Janitorial Maintenance Worker, Landscape Gardner, Nursery Operations Worker, Park Ranger, Property Maintenance Technician, Public Works Laborer, Tree Care Technician, Water or Wastewater Operator.

Requirements: Must possess a valid Kansas driver’s license.

Work Type:
· Heavy, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
· Works outside in various weather conditions.

Machines, Tools, & Equipment: Backhoe, chain saw, chipper, dump truck, grapple truck, hand & power tools, man-lift, stump grinder, tractors with attachments, & vehicles.

Hours:
· Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
· Schedule may vary to include nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

Starting Pay DOQ EOE:
· $19.73-20.72/hr.
· $41,038-43,098/yr.
· Additional $1.50/hour paid for hours worked after 6:00 p.m. & before 6:00 a.m.

Paid Time Off:
· 48 hours of vacation available upon hire; additional 48 hours earned during the year (96 hours in first year).
· 96 hours of sick leave during first year.

Application Deadline: Until filled

Apply: https://jobs.salina-ks.gov