Maintenance Technician I (Tanglewood Park)

Maintenance Technician I (Tanglewood Park) Salary $35,339.20 - $40,640.08 Annually Location Clemmons, NC Job Type Full Time Job Number 08852 Department Parks and Recreation Opening Date 05/07/2026 Closing Date 5/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Description Benefits Questions General Statement of Duties Forsyth County's Parks and Recreation has an opening for Maintenance Technician I. This is a full-time opportunity to work outdoors at beautiful Tanglewood Park. Great opportunity to work in an outdoor environment in western Forsyth County by performing a variety of tasks associated with park maintenance operations. Employees will perform duties associated with maintenance of park grounds such as mulching, mowing, line trimming, backpack blowing, spreading gravel, repair fencing, leaf removal, snow removal, trail maintenance and general grounds maintenance tasks. Will have direct interaction with park patrons and will provide information and instruction to guest that are utilizing park facilities and assist with requests to ensure that facility is acceptable for rental period. This employee is responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of a variety of 2-cycle equipment and some medium equipment (lawnmowers, and tractors) after training. Employees may assist maintenance staff with the completion of small projects and work requests such as picnic table repair, staining, fencing, painting, maintaining public picnic shelters, cleaning public restrooms, replenishing public restroom supplies, trash removal, pet waste stations, pressure washing, cleaning of public grills, lock and unlock access gates and facilities. May assist with duties associated with special event preparations and clean up. Will assist with the installation and dismantling of light displays for the annual Festival of Lights. Responsible for operation and general maintenance of a variety of small equipment. Performs all related work as required.

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Monday-Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm with occasional weekend duties during November and December We are currently recruiting for this position, but candidate selected will start after July 1, 2026. Distinguishing Features A successful candidate should have the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees. Ability to follow written and oral instruction. Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public. Ability to independently adhere to a time schedule. Ability to maintain order and ensure compliance with rules. Ability to operate and care for power equipment and hand tools. Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public. Ability to independently adhere to a time schedule. Ability to maintain order and ensure compliance with rules. Ability to inspect and report needs for repairs. Ability to regularly lift 50 pounds. Minimum Education and Experience Graduation from high school or GED and one year experience in basic building or grounds maintenance work. A valid driver's license is required. An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered for minimum qualification requirements. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Click to view Full Time with Benefits information. Click to view Part Time with Benefits information. These links do not apply to positions that are Part Time, no benefits. 01 The following supplemental questions may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided on your application. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview. By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions. Yes I understand and agree No I do not agree 02 Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes No 03 What best describes your level of education? Did Not Finish High School High School Diploma or GED Some College Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher 04 Do you have at least one year of professional work experience in building or grounds maintenance? Yes No 05 Please describe where you gained your building or grounds maintenance experience: 06 Are you capable and willing to work in the elements (hot and cold weather)? Yes No Required Question Employer Forsyth County (NC) Address 201 N. Chestnut St. Winston Salem, North Carolina, 27101 Phone 336-703-2400 Website http://www.forsyth.cc