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Natural Areas Maintenance Specialist

2 months ago

Littleton, Colorado, United States Highlands Ranch Metro District Full time
Job Overview

The Highlands Ranch Metro District is looking for a dedicated full-time Natural Areas Maintenance Specialist to join our Parks, Recreation, and Open Space division. This role involves performing a variety of both basic and advanced tasks related to the upkeep and management of the district's natural environments. We seek individuals who are diligent, punctual, responsible, capable of working independently as well as collaboratively, and eager to learn.

Explore our exceptional full-time employee benefits detailed in the About Us section below this job overview. Compensation is based on experience.

Key Responsibilities

Natural Areas Maintenance Tech I

  • Adhere to established safety protocols to ensure the well-being of oneself, colleagues, community members, and visitors.
  • Deliver outstanding customer service both internally and externally.
  • Actively seek opportunities to enhance service delivery through maintenance and repair initiatives.
  • Engage in general maintenance of natural areas, including but not limited to trail upkeep, vegetation management, dog park care, community garden support, litter removal, and other assigned tasks.
  • Assist in executing vegetation and wildlife management strategies, as well as improvements to native habitats (e.g., drill seeding, herbicide application, and mowing to control invasive species, drainage repairs, etc.).
  • Maintain an understanding of resource management practices, including ecosystems management, wildlife stewardship, and trail maintenance.
  • Operate various open space equipment independently, including mid-sized machinery for excavation, mowing, and snow removal (e.g., tractors, mowers, plows, quads, trucks, chainsaws, etc.).
  • Utilize the Asset Essentials system to complete work orders and manage assets.
  • Participate in the snow removal program, adjusting schedules as necessary, which may involve weekend and evening hours.
  • Assist in the setup and takedown of equipment for special events across parks and recreation programs.

Natural Areas Maintenance Tech II

  • In addition to the above responsibilities...
  • Implement vegetation and wildlife management plans, and enhance native areas (e.g., drill seeding, herbicide application, and mowing for invasive species control, drainage repairs, etc.).
  • Be a key member of the snow crew, adjusting schedules in response to snow events, which may include weekend and overnight hours.
  • Undertake special projects and tasks specific to natural areas management as assigned.
Additional Duties

Participate as a member of various employee committees and planning teams as assigned. Identify and recommend actions to ensure a safe experience for visitors and to protect natural resources and facilities.

Qualifications

Natural Areas Maintenance Tech I (up to $25.08/hr)

  • Associate's degree in Natural Resource Management or a related field.
  • Two years of experience in natural resource management.
  • A combination of equivalent education and experience.

Natural Areas Maintenance Tech II (up to $29.04/hr)

  • Associate's degree in Natural Resource Management or a related field.
  • Three years of experience in natural resource management.
  • A combination of equivalent education and experience.
Essential Skills and Abilities
  • Proficient knowledge of equipment, materials, and supplies relevant to natural areas management. Skilled in the safe and effective use of hand and power tools.
  • Ability to supervise and coordinate projects for individuals with court-ordered community service.
  • Understanding of indigenous vegetation, wildlife, and range management concepts, with the ability to analyze and resolve resource management conflicts.
  • Capable of working independently and completing daily tasks according to the work schedule.
  • Physical ability to lift heavy objects and endure long periods of standing and walking.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to understand, follow, and convey written and oral instructions.
  • Establish effective working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, and the public.
Special Requirements
  • Valid driver's license required.
  • CPR/First Aid certification.
  • Must obtain and maintain a Colorado Department of Agriculture Rangeland and Right of Way herbicide applicators license within 12 months of hire.
Tools and Equipment

Pickup trucks, hand and power tools, loaders, tractors, excavators, dingos, skid steers, personal computers, copiers, scanners, printers, and cell phones.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms, frequently required to stand, walk, and use hands to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls. The employee may occasionally sit, climb, balance, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, and smell.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable job accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in various settings, including office work and fieldwork in diverse locations and weather conditions.

Work Schedule

Typically, Monday through Friday from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Work schedules may vary based on the time of year, weather conditions, projects, events, programs, meetings, and staffing levels, and may include evening, early morning, weekend, and overtime hours. Schedules may vary seasonally.

This position is part of the on-call/weekend schedule and snow removal program as scheduled by the Open Space Supervisor/Manager. Regular and predictable attendance is a critical function of the job.

Selection Process

Formal application, evaluation of education and experience, panel interview, and reference checks. Job-related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job evolve.

About Us

The Highlands Ranch Metro District, as the local government in our community, is committed to delivering high-quality municipal services while managing resources wisely. Our services include construction of major roads, landscaping maintenance, traffic signal installation, park and trail construction and maintenance, outdoor recreation programs, and extensive natural open space management.

We prioritize employee well-being and work/life balance by offering outstanding benefits:

Health & Retirement
  • 100% paid employee-only medical insurance premiums.
  • 100% paid employee-only dental & vision insurance premiums.
  • 100% paid life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance premiums.
  • 100% contribution match for the pension plan.
  • Up to 6% contribution match for the optional retirement plan.
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for additional medical expenses.
Work/Life Balance
  • Earn 2 weeks of vacation accrual per year (3 weeks after 5 years).
  • Receive 80 hours of sick leave upon hire (and annually on work anniversary).
  • 9 full paid holidays and 2 half holidays each year.
  • 200 hours of medical leave.
Wellness & Improvement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support and resources.
  • Up to $2,000 annually for education reimbursement.
  • Discounted recreation center pass.
Saving & Planning
  • Optional 457 deferred compensation plan for retirement planning.
  • Group discounts on various services for employees.

We are accepting applications for this position.