Parks Maintenance Tech

Parks Maintenance Tech

Location:

Parks Department

The City of Deltona is seeking a dependable and hands‑on Parks Maintenance Technician to support the upkeep of parks, facilities, athletic fields, and public spaces.

This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in their work, is comfortable working outdoors, and can handle a variety of maintenance tasks to keep City facilities safe, clean, and operational.

The purpose of this job/class within the organization is to provide semi‑skilled to skilled work in a variety of fields in the maintenance and upkeep of the public parks, grounds, buildings, athletic fields and related facilities and equipment. This job/class works under close supervision according to set procedures.

• Conducts general mechanical, electrical, and plumbing repairs and painting on equipment, buildings and grounds operated by the Parks and Recreation Department.
• Orders parts and services from vendors in compliance with purchasing guidelines.
• Sets up park functions requiring moving bleachers, tables, chairs.
• Prepares reports and records for the Maintenance Division.
• Maintains nature trails; removes trash and debris.
• Perform routine grounds maintenance activities such as mowing and edging lawns, planting and trimming hedges.
• Layout, plant, trim, weed, fertilize and apply mulch to flower and landscape beds.
• Clean sidewalks, awnings, City buildings and recreation facilities as needed.
• Maintains, constructs and repairs playground equipment.

Performs related work as assigned.

• Is comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Has hands‑on experience with maintenance, repairs, and groundskeeping
• Can safely operate tools, equipment, and vehicles
• Is reliable, accountable, and able to work independently or as part of a team
• Can respond to after‑hours or emergency situations when needed

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Requires two years in construction maintenance and repair or closely related experience.

Please upload your High School Diploma or GED equivalent with your application prior to the posting closing date.

• Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License
• CPR and First Aid certification required within six (6) months of hire
• Position is subject to on‑call requirements and may require working evenings, weekends, and holidays

We offer more than competitive pay - we provide long‑term stability, professional growth, and meaningful community impact.

• 36‑hour full‑time workweek
• 12 paid holidays
• Generous paid leave accrual
• Volunteer Time Off

• Participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Employer‑funded retirement contributions
• Deferred compensation (457) options

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance and supplemental options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness initiatives

• Tuition reimbursement
• Training and development opportunities
• Career advancement within municipal government

Join us and experience a career where you're supported, appreciated, and empowered to succeed.

In order to be eligible for Veteran Preference you must furnish a Department of Defense document, commonly known as form DD‑214 (Member 4 Copy recommended) or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the DVA, listing military status, dates of service and discharge type prior to closing date of the job posting. Please redact social security number and date of birth information from all documents submitted.

The disabled veteran shall also furnish a document from the Department of Defense, the DVA, or the Department certifying that the veteran has a service‑connected disability.

If you require an accommodation because of a disability to participate in the application/selection process, you must notify the Human Resources Department at 386‑878‑8750 at least 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) prior to the meeting or activity.

We are proud to be a Drug‑free, Smoke‑free and Equal Opportunity Employer!