City of Aurora

Parks Steward (Variable Hour Benefits Eligible)

Central Building A, United States of America

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 51 days ago

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About the role

The Parks Steward is an integral member of the team responsible for maintenance and stewardship of public lands, resources, infrastructure, and facilities in order to provide safe and healthy homes for plants and animals, as well as safe and pleasant human experiences.

Performs maintenance and repair work on facilities and
Properly operates and maintains equipment
Maintains and enforces safety regulations and procedures
Performs work to complete special functions with all user groups and between city departments
Performs snow and ice removal as needed
Performs additional duties as assigned
Continuous walking and standing to implement projects
Continuous pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, crouching, and climbing to implement work
The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026.

When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.

CPR and First Aid
If employed in the Forestry division, TCIA Chipper Operator Specialist & TCIA Ground Operations Specialist
Applicable safety practices and procedures
Methods, materials, equipment, and operating procedures utilized in the assigned functions
Effect of weather conditions on maintenance needs and procedures

Vehicle operation
Working effectively with employees and citizens
Maintaining a safe working environment
Operation of equipment and tools of assigned function
Perform manual labor for extended periods of time
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Licenses and Certifications Required:
Current Driver's License with good driving record
If employed in the Open Space division, Colorado Basic Pesticide Training Certificate or ability to obtain within 2 months
Essential Personnel:
If employed in the Parks division, operates zero-turn mowers, string trimmers, push mowers, edgers, and other park maintenance equipment

This job announcement is for collecting candidate applications for current and future VHBE Parks Stewards.
Applicants will be contacted only when a position need is identified and their qualifications match the position's needs.
This posting will remain open until a sufficient pool of qualified applicants are obtained; however, it is subject to close at any time without prior notice.**
The City of Aurora provides uniforms to selected candidates.

Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision.
Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan

We're seeking a passionate and proactive Parks Steward to join our team, someone who isn't afraid to get their hands dirty (literally!) and is excited to operate everything from hand tools to heavy machinery. 🛠️🚜 Think of it as 'extreme gardening' meets 'community service' - with more chainsaws, less cubicles, and a whole lot of fresh air! 🌿💪
Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement

This listing is sourced directly from City of Aurora's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.