Maintenance Worker - Parks

The City of Boise Parks and Recreation team is hiring two Maintenance Workers to perform hands‑on maintenance and repair of parks, pathways, facilities, landscapes and waterways. This role operates a variety of tools and equipment while completing hardscape repairs, grounds maintenance, storm drain cleaning and seasonal duties.

Schedule: 2:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

To ensure internal equity and alignment with the approved budget for this position, offers are made within the posted hiring range. Although the hiring range is fixed, employees receive an exceptional benefits and total rewards package that enhances the overall value of employment with the City of Boise.

• High school diploma or equivalent and
• 2 years of experience performing maintenance services including general construction, native landscape maintenance, and custodial duties.

• Valid state-issued driver’s license.

Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
• Driving Record Check

The benefits are real and among the best in the Treasure Valley:

• 100% Employer paid medical coverage for you and your family.
• PERSI retirement (11.96% Employer Contribution) plus employer-matched 401(k)/457b
• 10 hours vacation/month (grows with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and 8 hours sick leave/month
• 10 weeks paid parental leave
• $500 annual wellbeing incentive
• Tuition reimbursement and free local bus pass
• Basic life and long-term disability insurance at no cost

This job posting may close earlier than the listed closing date. If this occurs, a minimum of 24 hours’ notice will be provided prior to closing.

Applications received for this recruitment may be used to fill similar vacancies within the City of Boise as they occur.

Performs general maintenance of the native landscape around utility corridors and pathways including undeveloped paths, brush clearing, weed removal, tree pruning, chemical application, and ditch structures. Performs general maintenance and repairs on buildings and facilities. Utilizes a variety of tools including drills, saws, nail guns, sanders, trowels, ladders, etc. Operates a ATV or UTV.

Performs general custodial maintenance and repair to hard surfaces and amenities including light poles, fixtures, trash cans, benches, bike racks, water features and fountains. Utilizes sewer snakes to clear plugged drains and pipes.

Utilizes asphalt and concrete saws, vibrating packers, cement mixers, and related tools to repair damaged asphalt, concrete, and similar hard surfaces. Ensures proper symbols and lines are painted on paved surfaces. Utilizes small to medium equipment such as backhoes, one-ton dump-truck, and small tractors. Performs seasonal duties such as snow removal and winterizing bathroom facilities. Relocates large rocks, removes old concrete, and transports dirt.

Cleans and maintains storm drains. Assists in construction and installation of gabion baskets in ponds and river banks. Ensures river banks, ditches, and various waterways are properly maintained, and free of litter and debris.

Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

• general facilities maintenance including custodial, native landscape, plumbing and construction methods and safety standards;
• hard surface patching and repair;
• fixture installation; and
• hand and power tools.

• perform varied facilities maintenance and cleaning;
• safely…