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  • Park Maintenance Worker - Turf & Irrigation ($73,532.64/year - $89,379.48/year)

    Hayward, California United States HAYWARD AREA RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT Full Time $73532.64 - $89379.48 Salary/year Apr 29, 2025
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    HAYWARD AREA RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT

    A Brief HistoryThe Hayward Area Recreation and Park District, known locally as “H.A.R.D.," is an independent special use district created to provide park and recreation services for over 309,000 residents. Our boundaries encompass a 100 square-mile area, which includes the City of Hayward and the unincorporated communities of Castro Valley, San Lorenzo, Ashland, Cherryland, and Fairview.In 1944, representatives of the City of Hayward, various school districts, and local civic organizations developed a proposal for establishment of the Hayward Area Recreation and Parkway District. When an initiative was placed on the November 7th ballot, the residents voted overwhelmingly for the creation of the District, which was officially formed on December 11, 1944. In 1958, the District changed its name to the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District, and has become the largest recreation district in the State of California.Since its creation, the District has provided residents with many beautiful facilities and parks, many of which have received national and state recognition for their design, innovation and beauty, as well as hundreds of educational and recreational classes and programs.Our MissionOur mission is to enrich the quality of life for our community by providing a variety of recreation activities, parks, and facilities that promote health and wellness, learning, and fun.    Here's another great video to check out! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V9NNVLkYSC0

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    Job Description

    Job Details

    Level: Experienced

    Job Location: Hayward Area Recreation District (HARD) - Hayward, CA

    Position Type: Full Time

    Salary Range: $73532.64 - $89379.48 Salary/year

    Job Shift: Day

    Job Category: Parks

    Help Us Keep Our Parks Green and Thriving - Join Our Turf & Irrigation Team!

    Do you enjoy working outdoors and have a passion for healthy, green spaces? Are you a self-starter who enjoys hands-on work and seeing the tangible results of your efforts? We’re looking for motivated, detail-oriented individuals to help care for the turf and irrigation systems that keep our parks looking their best.

    The Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (H.A.R.D.) is hiring a Park Maintenance Worker with a focus on Landscaping Irrigation and Turf Management to support the health and beauty of our parks, sports fields, and open spaces. This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong work ethic and a desire to contribute to the community through skilled landscape care.

    Why Join Us?

    We offer stable, year-round work, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a real difference in the places people gather, play, and relax. At H.A.R.D., we believe that well-maintained parks improve lives-and we’re proud to support the dedicated professionals who care for them.

    What You'll Do:
    • Maintain and repair turf areas across parks and athletic fields
    • Monitor, troubleshoot, and repair irrigation systems to ensure efficient water use
    • Aerate and fertilize lawns using specialized equipment
    • Support water conservation efforts and maintain compliance with local regulations
    • Work both independently and as part of a team to complete assigned projects


    Position Details:
    • Job Title: Park Maintenance Worker (Turf & Irrigation)
    • Openings: 1
    • Status: Full-time, benefits-eligible
    • Annual Salary: $73,532.64 - $89,379.48
    • Schedule: 40 hours/week with opportunities for overtime
    • Typical Hours: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday
    • Application Deadline: May 5, 2025
      Applications must be completed and submitted in their entirety to be considered for the role. Applications will be reviewed after the posting closes. This posting may close at any time.


    About Us:
    H.A.R.D. serves over 300,000 residents and manages more than 100 parks and facilities. We are committed to sustainability, community enrichment, and maintaining the highest standards of care for our outdoor spaces.

    Equal Opportunity & ADA Statement:
    The Hayward Area Recreation and Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act and are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals. Please contact Human Resources if you need assistance during the application process.

    DEFINITION

    Under general supervision, to care for grounds or park areas, and to do related work as required.

    DISTINGUISHING FEATURES

    Park Maintenance Workers generally work in park areas, keeping playgrounds, ball fields, and other grounds open to public use. The area for which this class is responsible has active use by the public. Park Maintenance Workers are also responsible for minor utility maintenance. This class differs from the class of Park Caretaker Foreman as the latter has supervisory responsibility for a crew of Park Maintenance Workers and related grounds personnel. This position may supervise S.W.A.P (Sheriff’s Work Alternative Program) workers and Community Service workers.

    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

    NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed.
    Cuts grass with hand or small power mower and weeds grounds; waters lawns, sweeps paths and tennis courts, rakes leaves, and removes refuse; helps plant and trim trees and shrubs. Responsible for turf management, including but not limited to, mowing turf areas; edge and blow; aeration, fertilization, reseeding, sodding and re-sodding. Rakes and cleans picnic sites. Inspects and does minor maintenance and painting of playground equipment. Cleans and disinfects outdoor restrooms and keeps them supplied. Submits work orders, park inspection sheets, incident/accident forms and graffiti reports electronically and/or in writing. Responsible for weed abatement, including but not limited to, applying IPM (integrated pest management) techniques using biological, mechanical or chemical methods; spraying both pre-emergents and post-emergents (a qualified applicators’ certificate is desirable and maintaining fire breaks where needed); use proper safety precautions when handling and/or mixing chemicals for use in and around park areas and facilities, wearing proper PPE; practice proper application techniques with appropriate equipment, i.e., spray tanks and backpacks, 50-gallon and 100-gallon spray tanks, adjust pressure for proper application. Filling out required paperwork associated with the District’s IPM Policy. Enforces park rules and regulations. Responsible for irrigation management, including but not limited to, troubleshooting and investigating system failures and inadequacies; reading irrigation plans, mapping out and locating systems within parks; repairing/replacing sprinkler nozzles, heads, risers and swing joints. Responsible for tree trimming, including but not limited to, operating chainsaws, power pole pruners, lopper pruners, pole pruners and pole saws, hand pruners, maintaining and sharpening to proper operating condition; using proper and safe operating procedures to run chipper. Train hourly, part-time workers and court referrals in “best landscape practices” and personal/public safety. May perform other related duties as assigned.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Education:
    • High school diploma or certificate of equivalency (GED)

    AND

    Experience:
    • The equivalent of one (1) year of full-time experience in the grounds maintenance field.

    OR
    • A combination of training and experience which demonstrates that a person has obtained the required knowledge and is able to perform the required work (with reasonable accommodation, if needed).


    License:
    • Valid California Class C (or above) Motor Vehicle Operator’s license and a good driving record.


    KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

    NOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the “Examples of Duties” section of this specification.

    Knowledge of:
    • The routine care of lawns, plants, flowers, trees and shrubs.
    • Tools and equipment used in gardening, and utility maintenance work.
    • Programming and adjusting of irrigation clocks.
    • Proper weed abatement techniques and proper safety precautions for handling chemicals.

    Ability to:
    • Do routine and utility maintenance work.
    • Follow written and oral instructions.
    • Read and write and clearly speak effectively.
    • Exhibit a high customer service priority.
    • Establish and maintain open and honest communications with co-workers and the general public.
    • Use and operate hand and power tools.
    • Within OSHA guidelines, withstand periods of physical exposure to the presence of fumes, odors, dust and pollen without incapacitating adverse effect.
    • Safely transport, lift and handle bulky objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.
    • Solve problems that are unique to District facilities.


    Working Conditions, ADA and Other Requirements

    The duties of this classification require the ability to work outdoors under various climatic and geographic conditions; to work in an environment with exposure to dust, allergens, chemicals, solvents, fumes, smoke, gases, grease, and oil; to work around moving vehicles and equipment; and, to work on equipment with moving parts.

    The essential duties require: the repetitive use of feet and hands to operate equipment and tools; the ability to lift and carry tools and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds; frequent handling of dirt, debris, soil, and litter; verbal exchange of ideas and information; hearing in order to receive verbal information and instruction; seeing with a good field of vision sufficient to operate equipment safely; the ability to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, and walk; and, finger dexterity and hand strength to operate and grasp tools and equipment.
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