Park Services Maintenance Technician II

About the Role The Park Services Maintenance Technician II performs skilled and semi-skilled work supporting the maintenance, upkeep, and improvement of the Town’s parks, grounds, and recreational facilities. This role ensures parks are clean, safe, and well-maintained for public use, and assists with athletic field preparation, event setup, and basic equipment maintenance. What You'll Do

• Perform park maintenance activities including mowing, landscaping, fertilizing, mulching, and general grounds upkeep.
• Prepare and maintain athletic fields (lining, dragging) and routine/ seasonal maintenance.
• Empty trash, clean shelters/restrooms, and maintain park facilities.
• Inspect playground equipment for safety and compliance; assist with specialized turf maintenance as needed.
• Operate a variety of equipment and assist with event setup and breakdown; manage custodial supplies within budget guidelines; provide backup support for cemetery operations.
• Participate in on-call duties during evenings, weekends, and holidays; adhere to safety rules and regulations. What We're Looking For
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Six months of direct experience performing skilled or semi-skilled labor in parks, grounds, golf course maintenance, or similar environment.
• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license.
• Ability to operate equipment safely and perform manual labor; strong safety, quality, and customer service orientation.
• Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions and be on-call as required. Compensation & Benefits
• Benefits include 5% Town contribution to 401(k), no employee match required; choice of three medical plans including an HSA plan with Town contributions; Town-paid life insurance at 1.5× annual salary; fully paid short- and long-term disability coverage (up to $8,000 per month); Wellness Incentive Program, with a discount of $240 annually on medical premium for participation; Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering 24/7 mental health and work-life support; Volunteer Time-Off: 16 hours per calendar year to volunteer at any approved agency or organization; Vacation Leave: Starting 2026, new hires receive 14 vacation days upfront!; Holidays: Employees accrue 13-14 paid holidays per year; Floating Holiday and Wellness Day: New hires receive one Floating Holiday and one Wellness Day up front each year; Bereavement Leave: Up to five days per occurrence for deaths within the employee’s immediate family; On-site clinic for eligible employees and dependents coming in 2026!; Additional perks include down payment assistance, pet insurance, gym reimbursement, and more.