- Salary
- $43k – $47k/yr
- Location
- Harrisonburg, VA, VA
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- IT
- Experience
- 18+ years
- Education
- High School
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
Are you searching for a rewarding opportunity where you can use your hands-on skills? If so, consider applying to the City of Harrisonburg's Parks & Recreation Department as a Technician I in Park Facility Maintenance, where you'll help maintain safe, attractive, and well-functioning parks, facilities, and recreational spaces.
The Technician I - Park Facility Maintenance is a full-time position with benefits and a preferred hiring range of $20.45 - $22.50 per hour (equivalent to $42,536 - $46,800 annually). Applicants who do not meet the qualifications for the Technician I level may be considered for another level within the department at an annual rate commensurate with applicant qualifications.
Preferred Hiring Ranges:
- Journeyman: $19.54 - $21.00 per hour (equivalent to $40,643 - $43,680 annually)
- Technician I: $20.45 - $22.50 per hour (equivalent to $42,536 - $46,800 annually)
A detailed list of the ideal candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is available in the Technician I class specification.Minimum Requirements for the Technician I Level:
- High school diploma or GED and moderate (1-3 years) experience in one of the building trades, maintenance, repair, and/or construction work. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be used to meet this requirement.
- Valid driver's license. Virginia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B required within six (6) months of hire. Paid, on-the-job training will be provided for CDL attainment.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Click here to view the physical requirements for this position.
The selected candidate for this position will be subject to the following screenings and must receive satisfactory results:
- Alcohol and drug testing as required by the Department of Transportation's Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA);
- FMCSA Clearinghouse Query;
- DMV record review;
- Job-specific physical; and
- Criminal background investigation.
To Apply: In order to be considered, all candidates must submit a complete City of Harrisonburg online employment application, including previous work experience and education history. This position may close at any time after 10 calendar days. (posted 10/26/2026)
The City provides an excellent benefits package including health insurance, retirement (VRS & MissionSquare), life insurance, paid leave and 15.5 holidays.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status.
The City of Harrisonburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status.
The City of Harrisonburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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