Part-time Park Technician Print Apply  Part-time Park Technician Salary $17.00 - $25.50 Hourly Location Metro Parks Headquarters, 1069 W. Main St., Westerville, 43081, OH Job Type Part-Time Job Number MP70 Department Multiple Locations Opening Date 09/24/2026 Closing Date 10/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Description Benefits Questions Purpose Performs a wide range of general maintenance, repair, and construction activities in parks and/or golf course. Examples of Duties May perform a variety of landscaping and golf course maintenance duties such as mowing, fertilizing, hedge trimming, etc. Performs basic painting, carpentry, masonry, plumbing, and electrical work. Performs equipment maintenance based on assignment including vehicles, mowers, tractors, grounds maintenance equipment, golf carts, etc. Performs manual labor, duties related to construction, and development of park projects as assigned. Cleans Park District facilities and vehicles; performs other custodial work including trash and litter pick up. Operates equipment including but not limited to trucks, mowers, tractors, power tools and chainsaws. May operate heavy motorized construction equipment including but not limited to bulldozer, grader, loader, trencher, backhoe. May train and oversee work of interns and volunteers. May plant, fertilize, prune, and transplant trees. May assist in the repair of buildings, signs, tables, etc. Assists in construction of bridges, fences, trails, etc. Performs preventative maintenance and minor repairs on vehicles and equipment.

Qualifications Education/Experience:

Completion of secondary education (high school or GED) plus one year semi-skilled maintenance and repair experience, or one year's experience in construction trades and/or operating heavy construction equipment or the equivalent. Knowledge of safety practices and procedures, basic building and grounds maintenance methods, principles of construction, equipment operation and construction trades.

Attendance:

Being present at work is an essential function of the position.

Team-Oriented:

Works on a team. Outstanding customer service, communications and interpersonal skills.

Language Skills:

Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with coworkers and general public on a daily basis.

Mathematical Skills:

Basic mathematics skills; ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, fractions, decimals.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to carry out instructions and deal with problems involving few variables within a familiar context. Ability to work with a minimum amount of supervision. Ability to read and understand manuals.

Licenses, Registrations:

Possession of a valid Ohio driver license; may be required to obtain a valid Ohio commercial driver's license of the appropriate class and with the appropriate endorsement(s), insurable by the Park District's insurance carrier, and ability to conform to the driving standards policy as approved by the Board of Park Commissioners. May be required to obtain a pesticide applicator's license.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk and hear, operate grounds maintenance and heavy equipment, lift heavy objects, operate power and hand tools, drive park vehicles, off-road vehicles, and golf carts, etc. The employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms, etc. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Work Environment:

While performing the regular duties of the job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee spends a portion of their time working in the shop. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Any Additional Information:

May be required to read and interpret blueprints and sketches in connection with grading or digging and utility installation and repair; diagnose mechanical failure of equipment. Ability and willingness to cooperate with coworkers on group projects. Ability to complete routine forms. Other Information The above Description represents the essential and most significant duties of this position. It is not intended to exclude other work duties, assignments and responsibilities not mentioned herein. The Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks has a longstanding commitment to provide a safe, quality-oriented and productive work environment. Alcohol and drug abuse poses a threat to the health and safety of Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks' employees and to the security of the company's equipment and facilities. For these reasons, Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks is committed to the elimination of drug and alcohol use and abuse in the workplace . Ohio Public Employees Retirement System Deferred Compensation Programs Vacation Leave Personal Leave Uniforms (for specified positions) Tuition Reimbursement Agency paid training & conferences EAP (Employee Assistance Program) 01 Do you possess a valid Ohio Driver's License? Yes No 02 Do you have 6 or more points on your Driver's License? Yes No Will Explain in Interview 03 There are positions available at multiple locations. Please select the locations you would like to be considered for. (select as many as you like) Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park Pickerington Ponds Metro Park Prairie Oaks Metro Park Slate Run and Chestnut Ridge Metro Parks Three Creeks Park 04 I acknowledge that this position will work outside in a variety of weather conditions, such as extreme temperatures, rain, and exposure to ticks, other insects, and poison ivy. Yes No 05 Due to operational needs, the work hours for this position will include evenings, weekends and holidays. Are you available to work evenings, weekends and holidays? Yes No 06 Are you at least 18 years of age? Yes No 07 I acknowledge that if I am selected and conditionally offered this position I must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test and a criminal record check to be appointed to this position. Yes No Required Question Employer Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks Address 1069 W. Main St. Westerville, Ohio, 43081 Phone 614-891-0700 Website http://www.metroparks.net Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email Job Opportunities Account Privacy Policy Terms Of Use Accessibility Statement Privacy Settings Copyright © 2026 Do not sell my personal information × For California residents, and to the extent NEOGOV sells your personal information as the term "sell" is defined under the California Consumer Privacy Act, you have the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information by us to third parties at any time. This setting only applies to registered account holders that have opted-in for an Access Membership. If you wish to opt-out click follow these steps: Log into your Job Seeker Profile Click your name in the upper right-hand corner Select Account Settings Select the Preferences section Click the Edit button next to Access Membership Switch Toggle to off Click Save If you do not have a registered account this setting does not apply, however, you can review your right on our privacy policy . If you require further assistance, please email privacy@neogov.com × Accessibility Statement At Governmentjobs.com, Inc. d/b/a NEOGOV, we recognize the importance of making our products and services accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities, and are continually working to improve the experience for all users. Commitment to Accessibility We are committed to following best practices, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA, to the extent feasible, however, we do not warrant compliance with these standards or any other accessibility standards. We are continually enhancing our platforms to ensure greater accessibility, and we actively seek out opportunities to improve accessibility features. Ongoing Enhancements Accessibility is an ongoing effort, and we are regularly updating our technology, services, and content to address accessibility barriers. Our team is dedicated to identifying areas for improvement and making enhancements that allow all users, regardless of their abilities, to fully engage with our services. Feedback and Assistance We value feedback from our users. If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our services or have suggestions on how we can improve, please reach out to us at accessibility@neogov.com. We will make every effort to resolve any concerns and consider alternative options where possible. Thank you for choosing NEOGOV. We remain dedicated to improving accessibility and creating an inclusive experience for all.