Seasonal Parks Maintainer

The City of Danbury is now hiring a Seasonal Parks Maintainer for the Summer 2026 season. The City of Danbury is seeking Seasonal Park Maintainers to support the upkeep, repair, and general maintenance of City parks, recreational facilities, and grounds. This position performs a variety of semi-skilled manual labor tasks related to landscaping, groundskeeping, and minor facility maintenance to ensure safe, clean, and well-maintained public spaces. Work is performed under the supervision of a higher-level employee, with many tasks becoming routine after initial training. This position requires the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and to perform physically demanding tasks on a consistent basis. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Maintain park grounds, including lawns, athletic fields, gardens, playgrounds, and recreational areas Perform landscaping tasks such as mowing, trimming, raking, planting, watering, and pruning trees and shrubs Groom and line athletic fields, including baseball and soccer fields, on a routine basis Clean and maintain park facilities, including benches, fencing, and public-use areas Paint and repair park structures such as benches, tables, fences, and buildings Operate and maintain light and medium-duty equipment, including mowers, tractors, blowers, rakes, rollers, and small trucks Assist with seasonal operations such as leaf removal, snow removal, and ice control Perform minor maintenance and basic repairs to tools and equipment Load, unload, and transport materials, supplies, and equipment as needed Support setup and breakdown of park events or recreational activities when required Follow all safety procedures and report hazards, damages, or unsafe conditions Perform related duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Must be at least 18 years of age Ability to perform manual labor and work outdoors in varying weather conditions Basic knowledge of groundskeeping tools, equipment, and safety practices preferred Ability to operate or learn to operate light equipment and vehicles Ability to obtain a Connecticut Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is preferred but not required for all assignments Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team Strong work ethic and reliability Basic mechanical aptitude for equipment use and maintenance Awareness of workplace safety practices Ability to complete repetitive tasks efficiently and accurately Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation: Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of materials up to 50 pounds; occasional lifting up to 100 pounds with assistance Ability to operate equipment and tools requiring manual dexterity Ability to work for extended periods outdoors in heat, cold, humidity, or inclement weather Work Environment Work is performed primarily outdoors in park and recreational settings Exposure to weather conditions, noise from equipment, and environmental elements such as dust, grass, and debris May involve working near active recreational areas and interacting with the public

Application Instructions Application Submission:

Applications must be submitted online at www.danbury-ct.gov/employment . Qualified applicants must submit a completed application. Position open until filled.

Important Note:

• Paper applications will not be accepted. • The application must be completed in its entirety. Omissions, false, misleading, or inaccurate information will result in the rejection of the application.

Contact Information:

Please contact the Human Resources/Civil Service Department at (203) 797-4598 or humanresources@danbury-ct.gov if you need assistance or have general questions.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The City of Danbury will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of sex, race, color, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, national origin, ancestry, age, veteran status, or disability, except where it is a bona fide occupational qualification. We encourage African Americans, Women, Hispanics, and other minorities who meet the minimum qualifications to apply.

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Hours & Schedule This is a temporary 89 day assignment starting in May Hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.