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Provo, Utah, United States
Onsite
100 East Center, Suite 3800, Provo, UT 84606 Phone: (801) 851-8158
Fax: (801) 851-8166 Email: humanresources@UtahCounty.gov
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The Utah County Public Works Department is a multi-service Department within County government operating in the areas of Administration, Buildings, Engineering, Mapping, Motor Pool, Parks, Roads, Special Projects, Surveying and Telecommunications.
Posting Date: November 2, 2026 Closing Date: *Open Until Filled
*All applications received by November 16, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST will be screened by the Human Resources Office. Those applicants meeting the specified qualifications and additional screening criteria will be referred for a hiring interview. The Human Resource Office will continue to consider qualified candidates as needed until the position is filled.
*May underfill as a Parks/Trails Maintenance Specialist I
The Opportunity:
Under general guidance and supervision of the Parks or Trails Maintenance Supervisor, performs semiskilled and skilled maintenance, construction, and repair work to clean and maintain Utah County parks, parkways, and trails. Incumbent performs duties of considerable difficulty that require some independent judgment.
Grade:
Parks/Trails Maintenance Specialist II – 719
Parks/Trails Maintenance Specialist I - 718
Starting Pay:
719 – $22.15 - $25.45
718 - $20.62 - $23.74
Hours: Monday - Thursday 6:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Job Qualifications – Parks/Trails Maintenance Specialist II:
1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Four (4) years of work experience related to duties described above.
3. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered.
Job Qualifications – Parks/Trails Maintenance Specialist I:
1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Two (2) years of work experience related to the duties described above.
3. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
1. Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license and obtain a valid State of Utah driver’s license within sixty (60) days of employment.
2. Selected applicants will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
3. Selected applicants must obtain the following during the probationary period for new hires or the trial period for promoted County employees and maintain the following certifications throughout employment:
a. Forklift Operator Certification
b. State of Utah Pesticide Certification
c. Complete a defensive driving class
d. County employees reassigned, transferred, or advanced through career ladder to this classification must possess said certifications and licensure upon reassignment, transfer, or career ladder advancement.
4. Selected applicants must complete one (1) or more of the following classes/certifications during the probationary period for new hires or the trial period for promoted County employees and maintain the following certifications throughout employment:
a. State of Utah Commercial Drivers License (Class A)
b. Master Gardener Certification
c. Arboriculture Certification
d. Backflow Certification
e. Sawyer Certification
f. Qualified Water Efficient Landscape (QWEL) Certification
g. Irrigation Technician Certification with the Irrigation Association
h. County employees reassigned, transferred, or advanced through career ladder to this classification must possess said certifications and licensure upon reassignment, transfer, or career ladder advancement.
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Benefits Package Includes:
100% paid premiums for health insurance
Up to 6.2% match in your 401(k)
Utah Retirement Systems (Pension and 401(k) options)
Pre-tax savings Health Savings Account (HSA)
Fourteen (14) paid Holidays
Dental and Vision Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
AAP/EEO Statement
It is the policy of Utah County Government to assure equal employment opportunity to its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic status of gender identity.