Job Details

Salary: $17.53 - $20.81 Hourly
Location : Boise, ID
Job Type: Full Time Regular
Job Number: 23 -07432
Department: Parks & Recreation
Division: Horticulture
Opening Date: 01/30/2026
Closing Date: 3/1/2026 12:00 PM Mountain

Summary Statement
Love working outdoors and seeing the results of your hard work come to life? As a Maintenance Worker - Grounds, you'll play a hands-on role in keeping our parks, right-of-ways, and sports turf healthy, green, and welcoming for the community. From caring for manicured lawns and natural areas to supporting irrigation and pumping systems, your work will make a visible impact every day.

You'll use environmentally responsible Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices, operate a variety of equipment, and build practical skills alongside experienced team members. If you enjoy physical work, take pride in maintaining beautiful spaces, and want to grow your skills while working outdoors under supportive, direct supervision, this is a great opportunity to get started and make a difference.

WHY WORK FOR THE CITY OF BOISE?

Top talent deserves top-notch benefitsThe City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees.

• ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family
• PERSI retirement benefits plus 401(k)/457b with employer match
• 10 hours vacation per month (increases with tenure) + 12 paid holidays + 8 hours sick leave per month
• 10 weeks Parental Leave
• Up to $500 annual WellBeing incentive
• Tuition reimbursement and free local bus pass
• Basic Life and Long Term Disability insurance at no cost

Essential Functions

• Performs maintenance and repairs on pressurized irrigation systems that are supplied by pumps and wells and controlled by variable frequency drives. Performs seasonal start-up and winterization of pumps and irrigation systems.
• Performs grounds maintenance and pesticide application to areas managed and maintained by the city. Utilizes mowers, trimmers, edgers, aerators and pesticide application equipment to ensure parks are properly maintained. Inspects landscapes and turf for pests, makes recommendations for treatments and implements treatment using hand or large-scale application equipment.
• Uses tractors, turf sweepers, mowers and related tools and equipment to remove leaves during fall months. Performs snow removal and de-icing during the winter months utilizing shovels, chemicals, tractors, loaders, plows and related tools. Operates a variety of equipment including hand and power tools, turf maintenance equipment and heavy-duty equipment such as backhoes and trenchers as necessary to complete assigned tasks.
• Creates and maintains chemical log including inventory of chemicals and supplies used to complete assigned tasks. Attends classes and training sessions to gain and maintain certifications. Uses printed or electronic blueprints, schematics and maps to locate irrigation lines, boundaries, and plans for duties in the field. Provides responses to 3rd party facility locate requests.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience in landscaping, park maintenance or similar agricultural experience.

Knowledge of:

• Pesticide application and related equipment.
• Pest management techniques.
• Turf grasses and related park maintenance.
• Irrigation system installation, repair and winterization.
• Computer usage including related software.
• Equipment such as tractors, trucks, air compressors, mowers, blowers and hand power tools such as drills and saws and their related safety standards.

Ability to:

• Safely operate all equipment and tools required and use all required safety equipment
• Identify when additional help is needed and prioritize additional tasks while in the field
• Respond appropriately to citizen inquiries
• Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance
• Perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• Four years of experience working in park maintenance or related turf maintenance field experience.
• Possession of a valid Idaho Professional Applicator license.

Licensing And Other Requirements

• Valid state-issued driver's license.
• Ability to obtain an Idaho Professional Applicator license within six months of employment.

Special Requirements
Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
• Driving Record Check

Working Conditions

The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Efforts
While performing the duties of this job the employee is always lifting/carrying up to 35 pounds, frequently lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifting/carrying up to 100 pounds. Also, the employee is always pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds, frequently pushing/pulling up to 35 pounds, occasionally pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds and rarely pushing/pulling up to 75 pounds. The noise level is always moderate and frequently very loud. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear, smell and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision and peripheral vision. Employees will sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb and balance. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.

Working Environment

• The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, extreme temperatures, in wet and humid conditions, areas of dust, odors, mist and gases or other airborne matter. Employees are exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards, work in/at heights and confined spaces. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Work includes protected exposure to bodily fluids and chemicals. Employees work around animals and insects, spiders, snakes, and in and around moving traffic. Work includes protected exposure to chemicals. Employees will encounter icy conditions while preforming snow removal.
• This position works: a rotating on-call shift for snow removal, holidays, and special events as required; early mornings for chemical applications.

Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees.

Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans.

Healthcare:

• ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family
• Low-cost dental and vision options.
• Post-employment health savings account.

Retirement and Investment Plans:

• PERSI retirement benefits
• 401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match.
• 457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match

WellBeing Program:

• Up to $500 cash per year for participants.
• Alternative transportation incentives.

Paid Leave - City employees receive generous paid leave:

• 10 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City
• 12 paid holidays every year
• 8 hours of sick leave per month
• 10 weeks Parental Leave

Life & Long Term Disability:

• Basic Life insurance at no cost to you
• Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you

Other optional benefits:

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Supplemental Disability Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free local bus pass
• Corporate discount programs
• AFLAC
• Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues.

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01

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have two (2) years of experience in landscaping, park maintenance or similar agricultural experience?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a valid Idaho Professional Applicator license?

• Yes
• No

04

Are you able to work varied hours that includes nights, weekend, holiday, and on-call as assigned?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you at least 19 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you possess a valid state-issued driver's license?

• Yes, I have a valid Idaho driver's license.
• Yes, I have a valid out-of-state driver's license.
• No, I do not currently have a valid driver's license.

Required Question