Parks Maintenance Worker

Organizational Mission:

We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses to be achieved by focusing on the core values of being responsive, driven and friendly. 

 Job Summary:

Provides for the construction, repair, and maintenance of the City's parks and recreational grounds and facilities. Operates a wide variety of light and heavy equipment, tools, and machines.

Scope of Responsibility:

Responsible for performing manual labor, equipment and tool operation to construct, maintain and repair parks, recreational grounds and facilities providing assets that are safe, attractive and accessible for the public. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Installs, constructs, repairs and maintains parks, grounds and related facilities and equipment.

a.   Installs and maintains commercial irrigation systems.

b.   Install and construct athletic fields and courts using light and/ or heavy equipment or manual labor.

c.    Maintains, grooms and stripes athletic fields.

d.   Installs, maintains and seals outdoor ice rinks.

e.   Installs and maintains playground and related equipment.

f.    Constructs and maintains trails using light and/ or heavy equipment and manual labor.

g.   Constructs and maintains recreational buildings.

h.   Performs general carpentry.

i.    Places and removes Recreation Department equipment supporting scheduled activities.

j.    Collects and disposes of trash.

1. Performs grounds, tree, lawn, plant, and shrub care activities.

a.   Prepares ground for seed/sod/plantings using light and/or heavy equipment and manual labor.

b.   Sods or plants seed.

c.    Mows and aerates lawns, street borders, fields, ditches, using heavy and light equipment.

d.   Plants and maintains trees and shrubs.

e.   Performs tree trimming using aerial equipment or saddle and rope.

f.    Inspects trees and collects samples for disease review.

d.   Removes and disposes of diseased trees, shrubs and plants.

1. Applies chemical agents.

a.   Mixes and applies chemicals to turf, trees, shrubs and other plants.

1. Clears streets, parking lots and sidewalks.

a.   Plows streets, alleys, and parking lots, ice rinks and skating areas using light and heavy equipment or manual labor.

b.   Plows sidewalks and trails using light equipment or manually.

c.    Applies sand and de-icing chemicals with a motorized vehicle.

d.   Cuts ice from roadway, parking lot, or sidewalk areas.

1. Assists in vehicle and equipment maintenance.

a.   Performs routine preventative maintenance and safety checks on vehicles and equipment.

b.   Assists in mechanical repairs to equipment.

c.    Cleans and maintains work areas, storage areas, and tools.

1. Estimates quantities of materials, such as amount of lime required to mark a ball field or the number of loads of sod to complete a project.
2. Documents activities utilizing computer.
3. Leads a section work crew and assist in training crew members.
4. May be assigned to assist with duties in utilities, streets, and/or facilities maintenance divisions, as needed or apparent.
5. Participates in training and meetings.
6. Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High School diploma or equivalent; and
2. Training or experience in equipment operation and park maintenance.
3. Valid Minnesota Class B Driver’s License with air brake endorsement or ability to obtain within six months of hire.

Desired Qualifications:

1. Possession of Pesticides/Herbicides Applicators License(s).
2. Possession of a Minnesota tree inspection certification/license.
3. Valid Minnesota Class A Driver’s License with Tanker endorsement.
4. Experience in construction including landscaping construction, building trades, public works maintenance technology, forestry, parks and recreation, construction inspection, or related experience.
5. APWA Public Works Certification.
6. Certification or degree in Landscape Management, Turf Grass Science or Management, landscaping or horticulturalist certification, or other relevant certification(s) or degree(s).
7. Experience in heavy and light equipment maintenance.

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Knowledge of local and state laws and regulations regarding the operation of equipment.
2. Knowledge and skill in proper snow and ice removal techniques.
3. Knowledge of operation and maintenance of vehicles, equipment and tools utilized in parks maintenance.
4. Knowledge of state and federal OSHA standards and requirements.
5. Ability to perform job responsibilities in all Minnesota weather including climatic extremes.
6. Ability to read, understand, and follow oral instructions and written materials in English, such as operating manuals and safety instructions.
7. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
8. Ability to work independently and prioritize work. 
9. Ability to work collaboratively, cooperatively, and positively in a team environment.
10. Ability to work on-call outside of normal work hours.
11. Ability to handle a variety of assignments under moderate supervision within standard operating procedures.
12. Ability to perform standard procedures and tasks using basic analytical ability.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

Work is performed in buildings and outdoors. Work is moderate duty with ability to lift, carry or push up to 60 pounds. Environmental conditions include heat, cold, toxic chemicals, insects, animals, dust, noise, odors, traffic and other related occupational hazards associated with parks activities. Subject to random drug testing program.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and experience required. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.

EEO/ADAAA

April 2026

The City of Fridley will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, age, or sexual orientation.