Job Description

Follow Your Calling, Find Your Career

Please
Apply By: Monday, August 3, 2026

Hiring
Range: $22.79/hr - $29.91/hr

At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build
a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to
become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and
perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us
and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world
for all.

Did you know that Mecklenburg County
Park and Recreation proudly hosts many community events each year? Hummingbird
Festival, The Senior Games and Festival in the Park are just a few that our
employees and residents look forward to every year! Mecklenburg County Park and
Recreation Department (MCPRD) strives to enrich the lives of our residents. We
do this by providing exciting and safe recreational amenities and programs,
change to improve our resident’s fitness levels and decrease health care costs.
This contributes to a sense of community through events and spaces for the
public to socialize, thereby increasing property values and providing tourism
venues. We protect open space, natural areas, and our treasured tree canopy
through stewardship. We play a critical role in ensuring Mecklenburg County
achieves its vision that the county “will be a community of pride and choice
for people to LIVE, WORK and RECREATE.” The department serves a population
exceeding one million residents and serves the City of Charlotte, six towns,
and the unincorporated areas of the county covering 523 square miles. In
addition, the department manages over 21,000 acres and 230+ parks, nature
preserves, greenways and facilities. The Mecklenburg County Park &
Recreation Department is continually recognized for its cutting-edge programs,
state-of the-art facilities and unique partnerships. Our success is rooted in
our staff. If you are interested in joining a dynamic team, dedicated to
building a better community, and being recognized as leaders both in our
community and across the country, then Mecklenburg County has great
opportunities for you.

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is excited to add a Trails Maintenance & Operations Specialist to their Nature Preserves and Natural Resources division! This full-time position will develop new natural surfaces trails, perform maintenance on both hard (non-greenway) and soft surface trails, and oversee trail projects in partnership with the Trail Resources Coordinator. In addition to participating in the day-to-day operations and maintenance of our trail systems, the incumbent will collaborate closely with their team as well as community partners to accomplish the goals of the Natural Resource Management Plan to preserve and enhance Mecklenburg County’s biological resources and natural areas. As an integral part of the Natural Resources team, the incumbent will also assist with prescribed burns, both in fireline construction and burn implementation. The successful candidate will have experience utilizing ArcGIS and heavy equipment operations experience. The schedule for this full-time position will typically consist of Tuesday - Friday, 6:30am to 5:00pm and may include occasional weekends based on business needs.

By applying to this position, you are eligible to be considered for a similar role, in which you meet the minimum qualifications for, at other Park and Recreation locations should they become available. If you are looking to grow in your career, or transition laterally into a new role, don't miss this opportunity to apply!

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
•Class A CDL
•Valid NC Pesticide Applicator’s License
•GIS proficiency
•Fireline Safety Training

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
•Perform complex maintenance, repair, remodeling and renovation of various buildings, facilities and equipment
•Ensure work is performed in accordance with accepted trade practices and in a safe manner with little waste of time and materials
•Prepare daily inspection reports, pre-trip checks, logs and operating records for equipment or infrastructure
•Train or supervise other subordinate staff in the operation or maintenance of various equipment
•Order materials and ensure that correct construction methods are utilized
•Coordinate work with sub-contractors and reviews materials and workmanship
•Confirm with supervisors and code enforcement that work and materials conform to required codes
•Assist with planning renovations and modifications of buildings and structures
•Estimate time, materials, and costs for repair work
•Maintain records and make reports as required for completed projects
•Communicate with staff and citizens regarding the maintenance needs and problems
•Make recommendations for routine renovation and building maintenance projects
•Engage in safe working practices and complies with safety programs and guidelines; report and monitor unsafe working conditions

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of specialized maintenance experience directly related to the area of assignment

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Combination of relevant education and relevant accepted?: N/A

Licenses/Certifications: Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver’s License and County Driving Privileges; Depending on area of assignment, may require a Class A or Class B CDL

Computer Skills: General knowledge in applicable computer programs

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge:
•Equipment used in maintenance, grounds keeping, and construction
•Occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to safe operation of this equipment
•Safe work practices and hazards associated with work
•Use of the tools, equipment, supplies, and methods used in the maintenance activities

Skills:
•Fill out daily work sheets and other required forms
•Operating trucks, small tractors, mowers, and similar equipment

Abilities:
•Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures
•Collaboration: Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintaining good working relationships
•Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
•Contributing to Team Success: Actively participating as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals
•Energy: Consistently maintaining high levels of activity or productivity; operating with vigor, effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time
•Managing Work: Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently
•Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills: Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in area of expertise

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Works outdoors exposed to varying weather conditions

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
In addition to a competitive salary, Mecklenburg County offers a generous benefits package which greatly increases your total compensation. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, short term disability, long term disability, accident, cancer, critical illness, medical bridge and pet insurance; dependent care, healthcare and commuter flexible spending accounts; health savings account; paid holiday, vacation and sick days; near site clinics for preventive care and illnesses; an employee discount program which provides discounts for retail, dining, shopping, travel, tickets and more; an employee assistance program including financial and legal counseling; access to Mecklenburg County fitness and aquatic facilities; paid family leave; tuition reimbursement; a 5% employer match on retirement savings plan contributions and a defined benefit plan for retirement.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.