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Government Jobs lists this Parks Maintenance Worker I/II opportunity in sparks, Nevada. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Parks Maintenance WorkerThe City of Sparks is currently seeking to hire multiple Parks Maintenance Workers for the Parks and Recreation Department. This posting will close on October 01, 2026 at 4:00 pm PST.Under supervision, perform and assist with the care and maintenance of City parks, including irrigation systems, sports fields and other landscaped facilities.QualificationsApplicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below, on their completed application, to continue in the recruitment process. If there are certifications or degrees that require proof of completion, be sure to attach them to your application before submission:Parks Maintenance Worker IEducation and Experience :High School Diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of labor experience in parks maintenance, landscaping, forestry, horticulture, general maintenance, or a related field.ORTwo (2) years of labor experience in construction, underground utilities, maintenance work or a related field.Licenses and Certificates :Must possess within thirty (30) days of hire and maintain throughout employment, the equivalent to a valid Nevada Class C driver's license.Must possess within ninety (90) days of hire and maintain throughout employment, a valid Forklift Certification.Must possess within six (6) months of hire and maintain throughout employment, a valid Flagging Certification.Must possess within one (1) year of hire and maintain throughout employment, a valid Nevada Class A Commercial Driver's License with tanker and combination vehicle endorsements.Based on assignment, position may require a Nevada Pesticide Applicator's Certificate.Parks Maintenance Worker IIEducation and Experience :High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of labor experience in parks maintenance, landscaping, forestry, horticulture, general maintenance or a related field.ORThree (3) years of labor experience in construction, underground utilities, maintenance work or a related field.Licenses and Certificates :Must possess at time of application and maintain throughout employment, a valid Nevada Class A Commercial Driver's License with tanker and combination vehicle endorsements.Must possess at time of application and maintain throughout employment, a valid Flagging Certification.Must possess within ninety (90) days of hire and maintain throughout employment, a valid Forklift Certification.Must possess within six (6) months of hire and maintain throughout employment, a Rain Bird IQ4 Expert certification.Must possess within six (6) months of hire and maintain throughout employment, a Rain Bird ESP-LXME2 & ESP-LXD Programming & Operation certification or Rain Bird Residential Controller Programming & Operation certification.Must possess within six (6) months of hire and maintain throughout employment, a Rain Bird ESP-LX IVM Programming & Operation certification or Rain Bird Commercial Programming & Operation certification.Based on assignment, position may require: Arborist Certification, Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI), Traffic Control Technician, Nevada Pesticide Applicator's certificate.
Worksite address
sparks, NV, 89434, US
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