Work for Town

The Parks Operator is responsible for performing a variety of duties related to the installation, maintenance, and repair related to Town parks, trails, sidewalks, bathrooms, and general facilities as assigned. This position is also responsible for the collection and data tracking of recycling, compost, and trash from all Town-owned public collection receptacles and town facilities.

Essential Duties

Parks, Cemetery, and Facilities

• Performs construction and/or maintenance work associated with Town parks and facilities.    
• Performs the installation of park equipment and other amenities such as benches, tables, trash cans, etc.  
• Performs duties as assigned, including turf and landscape maintenance, landscape construction, irrigation, playground repair and maintenance, mowing, trail maintenance, horticulture, arboriculture, snow removal, and other operations as required to protect and enhance the Town’s parks and recreation facilities. 
• As assigned, assists with the Ice Rink/Tennis Park maintenance, including operation of Ice Rink equipment (Zamboni) and serving as the Rink attendant.
• Performs plowing and snow removal. 
• Cleans, maintains, and makes repairs to all Town-owned properties and buildings, including removing trash and recycling, sweeping, mopping, wiping down furniture and equipment, maintaining HVAC, etc. 
• Opens, closes, and cleans bathrooms at parks facilities and Visitor Center.
• 8. Documents all maintenance and repair activities. Performs other duties as required. 
• Operates a variety of tools and vehicles such as chain saws, trucks, and other power and hand tools; operates light equipment such as tractors and riding mowers.

Trails and Sidewalk Maintenance

• Responsible for sidewalk and trail maintenance throughout Town, which may 
  include plowing, shoveling, sweeping, weeding, cement patching, sanding, and modifying drainage associated with sidewalks.  
• Adds crusher fines and repairs trail surface when needed. 

Recycling, Compost, and Trash

• Responsible for checking and collecting recycling, trash, and compost materials from all public bear boxes around Town and Town facilities (i.e., Community Center). 
• Weighs collected materials at the Public Works shop, documents on a data sheet, and submits weekly to the Parks Manager. 
• Washes bear boxes/inner cans and installs/replaces bear cans as needed in 
  coordination with the Parks crew. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic knowledge and/or ability to learn machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. 
• Knowledge of computer software applications to include Microsoft Office and other networked computer functions, including internet, email and social media sites. 
• Ability to use maintenance equipment, understand oral and written instructions, and operate or receive training on various types of maintenance and construction equipment. Ability to read and understand instructional materials. 
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair, including determining causes of operating errors, deciding what to do about it, and repairing machines or systems using the needed tools. 
• Ability to perform routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed. 
• Ability to use a variety of construction and maintenance hand tools, power tools, as well as operating light and heavy equipment and driving a variety of vehicles.  
• Ability to provide outstanding customer service and get along with coworkers, patrons, and supervisors, interacting with employees and vendors in a professional manner.
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness within established organizational values, policies, and procedures. 
• Ability to adjust the controls of a machine, equipment, or a vehicle to exact positions quickly and repeatedly.   
• Ability to actively listen and communicate information and ideas in writing and verbally so others will understand. 
• Ability to take rotating on call shifts with 24/7 coverage. Must be able to work weekends and overtime, as necessary. 
• Ability to perform physical tasks outdoors in a variety of climate conditions. 
• Ability to perform a variety of manual labor, light construction, and irrigation/sprinkler repairs. 
• Ability to follow basic safety procedures and precautions. 
• Ability to exercise good judgment based on previous experience to solve problems.

Education, Experience, and Formal Training

Required Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. 
• Possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License, or ability to obtain upon hire and maintain an acceptable driving record. 
• ADA and Playground certifications or ability to obtain within two (2) years of being hired into role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience related to parks, trails, sidewalks, or facility maintenance.
• Experience operating mowers and common hand/power tools, etc.
• Experience with small machinery or heavy equipment. 
• Experience with mechanical diagnosis and repair.

Pay and Benefits

• This is a full-time, benefitted position, starting at $21/hour 
• Employer-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance (includes option for health insurance through Kaiser Permanente that is 100% free for the employee) 
• Employer-sponsored 457(b) retirement plan (up to 4% employer match)
• Generous vacation and PTO package, including 14 paid holidays 
• Free pass to Nederland Community Center gym 
• Free EcoPass (bus pass) 
• Free access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance 
• Life insurance policy ($50,000) 
• Optional Healthcare Flexible Spending Account 

Read the full job description here.

To apply, please submit a resume or Town of Nederland Application to:

Email: christyr@nederlandco.org
Mail: Town of Nederland, PO Box 396, Nederland, CO 80466-0396
Drop-Off: Nederland Town Hall, 45 W. 1st Street, Nederland, CO 80466 (deposit into the black 'Payments' box by the front door if Town Hall is closed).

Applications accepted until position is filled.