Construction/Maintenance Worker I - Parks

Parks & Recreation

Construction/Maintenance Worker - Parks, Full Time

Posting Expires: June 30, 2026

Salary: $21.94 hourly

General Description and Classification Standards: 

Performs general maintenance activities to maintain the appearance and beauty of City Parks and Recreation grounds. Performs semi-skilled construction and/or maintenance work in support of a wide variety of public works, street construction and repair, water and wastewater system operation, building maintenance, and other related activities. Operates hand and power tools, light to medium construction equipment, test and measurement equipment, etc. Generally, works as a part of a work crew. Work performed is at an experienced level. Work is performed frequently in cooperation with skilled trades employees, experienced equipment operators, technicians, or crew supervisors. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. 

• Performs general maintenance of parks and recreation grounds.
• Removes fallen tree limbs and other debris from park areas.
• Mows grass and maintains turf areas.
• Blows sidewalks, streets, curbsides, and other hard surfaces to keep them clean.
• Weeds, prunes, and maintains flower beds and shrubs.
• Applies fertilizer and other chemicals necessary for plant growth, when properly licensed.
• Paints and repairs playground equipment.
• Installs and repairs park furniture, including benches, picnic tables, and bleachers.
• Cleans pavilions and restroom facilities.
• Collects refuse and trash along Parks and Recreation routes.
• Operates various equipment, including riding mowers, weed eaters, chainsaws, edgers, pressure washers, landscape trucks, crew cab pickups, and other lawn and turf maintenance equipment as appropriate.
• Transports crew members to various park sites and completes scheduled maintenance tasks.
• Maintains a daily log of all work performed and completes other departmental reports as required.
• Adheres to all safety precautions and operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintains departmental and City vehicles by monitoring fluid levels, inspecting for body damage, and cleaning and washing vehicles on a weekly basis.
• May perform other duties as assigned. 

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Must possess a valid Georgia driver's license at time of appointment. License must remain valid during tenure in this position.

High school diploma or GED required.

One year ground maintenance experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Must successfully pass equipment skills test on various lawn and turf equipment.

Work Environment:

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job. 

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.