General Maintenance Worker (NON-PERMANENT)

Posting Close Date

Applicants must submit their completed application by 08-06-2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST

Application and Special Instructions

This is a non-permanent position that will work on an intermittent or seasonal basis.
Individuals in this classification may not exceed 1,300 hours in a 12-month period.

Work shifts may be scheduled between 5:00 A.M. and 10:30 P.M., generally Friday through Monday as operations require, including weekends and holidays.
This position generally works no more than 24 hours per week.

PHONE SCREENING: Phone screenings will be conducted between 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Arizona Standard Time on the following dates:
**Tuesday, August 11, 2026
**Wednesday, August 12, 2026
**Thursday, August 13, 2026

Phone screenings will not be scheduled in advance.
Please ensure you are available during the dates and times listed above, as you may receive a call at any time within the designated timeframe.

RECRUITER CONTACT INFORMATION: Should you have any questions related to this recruitment process, please contact Sandra Fata at ParksHR@tucsonaz.gov

ABOUT THIS JOB

Position Specific Summary

The General Maintenance Worker position at the City of Tucson's Parks and Recreation Department performs essential outdoor maintenance tasks for city parks and landscaped areas.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Parks Maintenance Coordinator. This position does not supervise.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Removes litter and debris from landscaped areas, playgrounds, and public facilities. Cleans, disinfects, and services parks restrooms and ramadas. Assists with weeding, general landscaping, and other groundskeeping projects.

• Prepares and maintains sports fields by performing routine grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing lawns and filling holes. Operates and maintains groundskeeping equipment, including mowers, trimmers, and leaf blowers.

• Assists in the installation, painting, and repair of playground equipment, ramadas, barbecue pits, tables, benches, signs, fences, small buildings, and other structures. Performs manual construction tasks to repair park's infrastructure, such as benches, ramadas, and fencing.

• Assists in moving and setting up booths, bleachers, tables, benches, and other equipment for events.

• Completes additional tasks as required to support park maintenance and operations.

• Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

Working Conditions

Work involves heavy exposure to extreme physical, ergonomic, or emotional hazardous environment.

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education
Some High School

Work Experience:
Under one (1) year of directly related experience

License/Certifications
Valid and unrestricted Arizona Class D Driver License - Arizona Department of Transportation - Motor Vehicle DivisionValid and unrestricted Arizona Class D Driver License - Arizona Department of Transportation - Motor Vehicle Division

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in landscape maintenance
Experience in custodial services

POSITION DETAILS

Job Profile

J1403 - General Maintenance Trainee Worker (NonPerm)

To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Tucson-Talent.

Compensation Grade

G1010

Hourly Range

$16.50 - 24.75 USD

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

Non-Exempt

Position Type

Intermittent Non-Permanent (Fixed Term)

Time Type

Part time

Department

Parks and Recreation

Department Link

https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Parks-and-Recreation

Background Check 

This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.  The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.

ABOUT US

Benefits

The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.

Citizenship

The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorship.

City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer

The City does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status.  If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD). 

ADA Accessibility Complaint Form

The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at EmployeeLeaves@tucsonaz.gov or 520-791-2619.   

Recruiter Name

Erin Gallego (47711)

Recruiter Email

parkshr@tucsonaz.gov

For Human Resources general questions please contact 520-837-4190.