Parks Technician I, II, III

Closes On: June 30, 2024 at 08:06 AM EST

Location: Recreation and Parks Department, Oak Ridge, TN 37830

Department: Recreation and Parks Department

Job Status: Full-Time

Status: Accepting Applications

Details: Landscaping design and/or Landscaping maintenance experience; plant and weed identification. OPEN UNTIL FILLED Apply Now (https://tn-oakridge.civicplushrms.com/Application/Login.aspx?enc=p2GSZs//LBw9ka7k/xhSJnGZiBHYs75nyRgkfkB/zR/y7z7UZSEQWwyAqKXIRCpZ)

Additional Information

Horticulture Degree or extensive (5-10+ years) horticulture work experience preferred.

Parks Tech I : Parks Technician I Revised Job Description.pdf; SALARY RANGE: $33.384.00 - $44,220.80 annually, depending on experience.

Required Education, Experience, Licensing, and Certifications

• High School Diploma/equivalent.

• Previous maintenance or grounds keeping experience preferred.

• Must have the following certifications, or obtain within two (2) years from date of hire:

• State Pesticide certification.

• Confined Space certification.

  Parks Tech II : Parks Technician II Revised Job Description 2021.docx; SALARY RANGE: $37,668.80 - $50,835.20 annually, depending on experience.

  Required Education, Experience, Licensing, and Certifications

• High School Diploma/GED and two (2) years of experience in park maintenance, landscape maintenance or related field.

• Must have or be able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s license prior to completion of probation.

• Must have or be able to obtain the following certifications prior to completion of probation:

• TN Commercial Pesticide Applicator certification, Category 03.

• Confined Space certification.

• The Certified Playground Safety Inspector certification preferred.

  Parks Tech III: Parks Technician III.docx; SALARY RANGE: $41,080.00 - $55,432.00 annually, depending on experience.

Required Education, Experience, Licensing, and Certifications

• High School Diploma or GED and five (5) years of experience in facility maintenance/construction; or Associates degree in Recreation, Horticulture or related field and three (3) year’s related experience.

• Must have Commercial Driver’s license.

• Must have the following certifications:

• State Pesticide certification.

• Confined Space certification.

• And one of the following:

• Playground Safety Inspector Certification.

• Certified in irrigation installation, renovations and repairs.

  Demonstrated skills in tree climbing and rigging; certification preferred