Parks Maintenance Technician I - Parks

Salary : $34,715.20 - $56,700.80 Annually Location : Central Services Garage - Casper, WY Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 1291-13 Department: Parks, Recreation, and Public Facilities Department Division: Parks (906) Opening Date: 05/19/2026 Closing Date: 6/7/2026 11:59 PM Mountain Class Summary Full-Time Position Join the City of Casper Parks Division! This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in outdoor work and enjoys seeing the results of their efforts every day. If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in your work, and want to serve the community, this is a great opportunity to build a rewarding career with the City of Casper. Incumbents are responsible for a variety of semi-skilled labor and custodial tasks related to an assigned area within the Parks and/or Recreation Divisions. REPORTING STRUCTURE: Receives direction from higher-level supervisory and management staff. Typical Class Essential Duties 1. Manual labor tasks per assigned workgroups which may include: hand shoveling dirt and/or snow, snow blowing, snowmaking (if assigned to Hogadon Ski Area), grounds maintenance, aeration, watering, sweeping, weeding, mowing, ladder climbing, cleaning, litter pick-up, trash collection, and object lifting and loading/unloading. 2. Operates a variety of light equipment and tools including mowers, lawn tractors, snowmaking and grooming equipment, hand tools, auto-scrubbers, high-pressure pressure washers, and other related tools, equipment, and vehicles as needed. 3. Installs, maintains, and repairs landscape infrastructure such as playgrounds, planters, shelters, benches, signs, bollards, and concrete pads. 4. Performs light cleaning, litter pickup and/or housekeeping activities. 5. Applies various fertilizers, soil amendments, herbicides, pesticides, and/or other chemicals used in parks/turf maintenance. 6. May perform minor irrigation repairs such as the replacement of sprinkler heads. 7. May monitor and maintain supplies inventory and related records. 8. Provides general customer service and communicates with the public regarding fees, policies, rules, and general information at the facility or event within the Parks and Recreation Division. 9. Represents the City of Casper by responding to the public, citizens, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor. 10. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. Knowledge (position requirements at entry): Knowledge of: • Customer service principles. • Standard safety practices and procedures. • Maintenance and manual tasks. • Proper use of basic tools and equipment. • Basic mathematics. • Cleaning techniques. Abilities (position requirements at entry): Ability to: • Routinely demonstrate the City of Casper core values. • Follow all City safety rules and procedures and immediately respond to/investigate observations or employee reports of accidents/incidents or unsafe conditions. • Work a variety of shifts including weekends, nights, and holidays as needed. • Safely operate, maintain, and repair a variety of equipment and hand tools. • Perform a variety of manual tasks for prolonged periods, often under adverse weather conditions. • Learn how to safely work in holes, dig trenches, and climb ladders. • Learn how to safely work around pesticides and chemicals in different environmental settings. • Care for applicable tools and equipment. • Clean-up work sites in a neat and orderly fashion. • Maintain a neat and professional appearance. • Be flexible with changing assignments. • Communicate effectively verbally. • Follow written and verbal instructions and directions. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Skills (position requirements at entry): Skill in: • Operating in a courteous, knowledgeable, and tactful manner with staff and general public. • Manual labor. • Oral and written communication sufficient to exchange or convey information and receive work direction. Training, Experience & Certifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) preferred. • Must be at least 18 years of age. • Minimum of six (6) months of grounds maintenance or custodial experience preferred. LICENSING AND CERTIFICATIONS • Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Wyoming driver's license preferred. • Possession of, or ability to obtain a Class B CDL license preferred. • Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Wyoming Pesticide Applicator's License, within one (1) year of hire is preferred. Supplemental Information & Physical Requirements The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Employment with the City of Casper is contingent upon a successful background screen and pre-employment drug test. Applicants who have failed a pre-employment screen or have been terminated from the City of Casper are ineligible for employment consideration for 12 months. You will become eligible for consideration 12 months from the date of your incident (pre-employment screen or termination). As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must utilize direct deposit for payroll purposes. Driving records are required for all new employees regardless of the position's driving requirements. If the employee has not held a Wyoming driver's license for the last three years, the employee must provide at their own initiation and expense a driving record from their previous state(s) of residence. Physical and Environmental Conditions: City of Casper employees in data creation and modification, security sensitive or safety and protective positions are subject to pre-employment drug testing. Some employees may be subject to random drug testing if their responsibilities include: Emergency response/rescueHandling or working with hazardous materials, including chemicals as well as solid and liquid wasteOperating or maintaining water and wastewater systemsWriting or modifying code, maintaining or modifying City data systems including work on networks, servers, and communication systemsCDL operations and drivingOperating power-driven machinery or equipmentCreating or modifying health, financial, security and or risk documents or assessmentsWorking with or directing minors Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up-to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up-to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Incumbents may drive, operate equipment, or work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme temperatures. Frequent work on or around moving motorized equipment and at heights is also expected. Employees in this class are often subjected to unsanitary environments, liquid and solid waste, fumes/dusts, odors, chemicals, and excessive noise. May be subject to repetitive motion and vibration when operating tools and machinery. Work requires the use of personal protective equipment including hard hats, eye protection, hearing protectors, gloves, fall protection, safety vests, and safety shoes. OSHA-mandated preventative vaccinations and periodic examinations for work exposures are provided. Working at the City of Casper The City of Casper offers a variety of benefits to qualifying full-time employees. For more information on any of our benefits, please call Human Resources at (307) 235-8344. For full-time positions: Benefit Programs: Look at these amazing benefits:State of Wyoming - CIGNA HealthDelta DentalVSP VisionMedical Reimbursement Account, Flexible SpendingMASA Supplementary Ambulance CareVoya Supplementary Hospital, Accident, and Critical Illness PlansShort-term and Long-term Disability OptionsLife Insurance457/IRA Retirement OptionsEmployees Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Free Counseling ServicesPet InsuranceLegal Shield/ID ShieldEleven (11) Paid Holidays AnnuallyWyoming Retirement System - Retirement Income for life. Employer match exceeds employee contribution.Public Employee Pension Plan:Employer 9.37% Employee 9.25%Law Enforcement Pension PlanEmployer 16.30% Employee 4.5%Paid Fire B Pension PlanEmployer 17.80% Employee 9.45% Paid Time Off (PTO): The City of Casper (City) recognizes that a period of leisure, or recreation, away from the job is beneficial. A new full-time employee will receive an advance of 80 PTO hours on their start date. Each general and sworn Police Officer full-time employee's PTO accrual is limited to a total of 720 hours. AccrualsGeneral Employees - 7.69 bi-weekly hourly accrual (through year 4, then increases incrementally)Sworn Police Employees - 9.23 bi-weekly hourly accrual (through year 4, then increases incrementally) Sworn Fire Employees: Vacation and disability accruals are listed in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Fitness incentive time off program: Opportunity to earn additional paid time off by participating in the Police Department fitness testing program. Tuition Reimbursement: Reimbursement % is based on grade level received. Includes books and some fees. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): The City of Casper may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Visit to learn more and understand whether you may be eligible. CredibleMind: Mental health and wellness resources at healthynatrona.crediblemind.com. This robust platform offers: Assessment Tools21 different mental health assessments to help you understand your wellness needs Extensive Resource LibraryOver 100 mental health and well-being topicsArticles, podcasts, insights, tips, facts, videos, apps, books, and current newsInteractive Learning Lab with wellness series and practicesCommunity resources and online courses Employee Assistance Program: Free counseling available to employees and their immediate family members. Ergonomic Assessments: Review of your workstation and recommendations made by our Risk Management team to ensure a safe and comfortable work environment. Additional Benefits and Annual Fun Events: Service Awards Luncheon - To recognize and celebrate years of service, employees who reach a 5-year milestone with the City are invited to an annual luncheon. This event includes catered food, awards, and great door prizes. Annual Employee Golf Tournament- Swing into Fun: Join us for our annual employee golf tournament. This event is typically in late Summer at our Municipal Golf Course and offers food and door prizes. Open to current employees, retirees, and family members. Employee Holiday Breakfast- Indulge in a delicious hearty breakfast and enjoy the company of the great employees at the City of Casper. We invite all employees to kick off the holiday season with our Annual Holiday Breakfast. Chili Skate Night- Lace up your skates! Get ready to glide and slide at our Employee Chili Skate Night at the Casper Ice Arena. Employees and their families are invited to join us for an evening of icy fun and delicious chili. Wellness Programs - Drawings for cash prizes for participants. Free access to the Casper Recreation Center for qualifying employees. Leadership and Employee Development - We believe in nurturing talent, empowering individuals, and cultivating a culture of growth and success. Human Resources provides employee training and mentoring opportunities to foster leadership and employee development within our organization. 01 This position is deemed as hazardous by the U.S. Department of Employment. Are you currently 18 years of age or older? YesNo 02 Which of the following best describes your level of education? Some High SchoolHigh School Diploma or G.E.D.Some CollegeAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's DegreeDoctoral Degree 03 How many years of experience do you have in custodial and/or grounds maintenance work? NoneLess than 6 months6 months to less than 1 year1 year to less than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 4 years4 years to less than 5 years5 years or more 04 Please describe (in detail) your experience and where you obtained the experience. 05 Do you currently possess a commercial pesticide license? YesNo 06 Are you currently a Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI)? YesNo 07 Do you currently possess a valid Wyoming driver's license? YesNoNo, but I have the ability to obtain within 12 months of hire. 08 What type of Commercial Driver's License (CDL) do you currently possess? Class AClass BClass CI do not have a CDL. Required Question