Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Technician I, Parks (Full-Time Regular) (Classified)
REQUISITION #: req8567
DEPARTMENT: Parks
LOCATION: EAST DISTRICT PARKS MAINT FAC
BENEFIT CATEGORY: Classified (Non-CBU) Classified Employee Benefit Highlights
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time Regular
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $44,907.00 - 67,359.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)
ANNUAL ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $46,000.00 - 54,000.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)
SELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is 11:59 p.m. MT on 8/14/2026
At the City, we are focused on finding the strongest candidate for the role, and we recognize that excellence can come from a wide variety of experiences and paths. When reviewing applications, we consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and lived experiences that align with the minimum qualifications. If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to view your background broadly and highlight the skills and experiences that best prepare you for the role.

The City of Fort Collins is a bias-conscious employer. We ask that you please avoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application for employment. You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews. Please keep your contact information up-to-date. The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile.

Post-Offer Requirements

- Background check (Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position)

- Motor vehicle report

- Drug test within 48 hours of offer for CDL holders or within 96 hours of offer for non-CDL holders

- CDL Drivers are required to register with the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse at: https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/

While the City of Fort Collins offers many remote and/or hybrid positions, all remote or hybrid work must be performed in the state of Colorado.

Why Work For the City of Fort Collins?

• Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, domestic partner, children) – eligible on the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires
• Retirement + company contributions – after 6 month probation period and immediate vesting
• Flexible spending: Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSA or both
• Employee Assistance Program: counseling, legal, financial assistance
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Wellness program, workout facilities
• Employee/family onsite health clinic
• Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility
• Collaborative work environment
  

To learn more about The City of Fort Collins and Our Community, please read Our Community and Our Organization Brochure

Responsible for the operation and maintenance of city parks, golf courses and public spaces. Work includes operation and maintenance of facilities; including parks, golf courses, cemeteries, trails and the grounds of various public facilities, medians and streetscapes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.

• Performs skills associated with accepted maintenance practices including but not limited to municipal parks, golf courses and cemeteries.
• Cleans and repairs grounds, golf courses, restrooms, facilities, playgrounds, shelters, etc.
• Maintains landscape areas including paver/brick repairs, hard/soft surface trails, cleaning and litter control; maintains, repairs, and tests water features.
• Prepares and renovates golf courses, playing fields and/or courts for recreational use.
• Performs snow removal duties.
• Safely operates and maintains medium to heavy-duty motor vehicles and specialized industry-related equipment.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs irrigation and pumping systems.
• Provides direction and supervision to hourly and contractual employees.
• Coordinates activities with volunteer groups and community partnerships.
• Responsible for adhering to, and being an example of, following proper safety rules and regulations.
• Manages a flexible work schedule including hours of the day, weekends, holidays, and participates in on call rotation, if applicable.
• Utilizes Integrated Pest Management approach and applies pesticide, herbicide and fertilizer as appropriate.
• Availability to assist with special events, rentals and special projects as required.
• Performs technical horticulture by designing, installing and maintaining flowers, containers, and planting beds containing trees, shrubs and perennials.

Management Responsibilities

No

City Competencies

• Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.
• A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.
• A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of turf management and horticulture.
• Ability to operate, maintain, and repair a wide variety of automotive and heavy/light and specialized industry-related equipment and power tools.
• Ability to do carpentry, plumbing, welding, concrete, and/or electrical work.
• Ability to identify and prioritize work tasks.
• Knowledge of workplace safety guidelines.
• Basic math skills.
• Must be able to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• May be required to obtain certifications.
• Experience with garden design (beds and containers) and indoor/outdoor plant maintenance.
• Ability to identify tree, shrub, and plant species.
• Irrigation system maintenance and repair skills.
• Proficient in use of a computer and industry-related software such as e-mail, word processing and database input/management.

Required Qualifications

MinimumPreferredHigh School Diploma or GED High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Experience Requirements

• Two years related experience in the parks, golf course maintenance, cemetery landscape, horticulture or farming industry.

Certifications/Licenses/Specialized Training

• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to acquire a Class A Commercial Driver’s License within 12 months of hire.
• Ability to acquire a Department of Transportation certification.
• Ability to acquire Colorado Pesticide Applicator's License.
• Ability to acquire Playground Safety Inspector Certification.
• Ability to acquire a Certified Pool Operator Certification.
• Ability to acquire a Water Auditor Certification.

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Technician I, Parks

The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call (970) 221-6535 for assistance.

Notice Regarding Medical and/or Recreational Marijuana Use

Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body. The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy.

The
City is committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants and
employees. Employment decisions will comply with all applicable laws
prohibiting discrimination in employment. The City does not tolerate
behavior that results in the terms and conditions of employment being
adversely impacted based on an employee’s protected status, or any
behavior that violates this policy.

Consistent with the City’s respect for the rights and dignity of each employee,
the City is committed to providing a work environment that is free from
unlawful discrimination and harassment. The City prohibits discrimination or
harassment based on protected characteristics, including race, color, national
origin, ancestry, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including perceived
sexual orientation), gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability,
age 40 years or older, pregnancy or related condition, military, veteran status
or uniformed service member status, genetic information, marital status or any
other status protected under federal, state or local law.

The City is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment. In
addition to the City’s commitment to equal opportunity employment, the
City strictly prohibits discrimination or retaliation against an employee
who raises any reasonable concern about workplace violations of government
health or safety rules or a significant threat to the health or safety of City
employees or the public, if the City controls the workplace conditions
giving rise to the threat or violation.

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