Worker I, Parks (Cemeteries)

Position Title Worker I, Parks (Cemeteries) (Full-Time Regular) (Classified) REQUISITION #: req8296 Department Parks LOCATION: GRANDVIEW CEMETERY SHOP Benefit Category Classified (Non-CBU) View Classifications & Benefits Employment Type Full-Time Regular Flsa Status Non-Exempt Annual Salary Range $36,375.00 - 54,562.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly) Annual Anticipated Hiring Range $40,000.00 - 49,000.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly) Selection Process Application deadline is 3:00 p.m. MT on 2/9/2026 You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews. Please keep your contact information up-to-date. The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile. Post-offer background check, motor vehicle report, and drug test required within four calendar days (96 hours) of offer • (Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position) While the City of Fort Collins offers many remote and/or hybrid positions, all remote or hybrid work must be performed in the state of Colorado. Why Work For the City of Fort Collins? • Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, domestic partner, children) – eligible on the 1st of the month following date of hire • Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires • Retirement + company contributions – after 6 month probation period and immediate vesting • Flexible spending: Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSA or both • Employee Assistance Program: counseling, legal, financial assistance • Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability • Wellness program, workout facilities • Employee/family onsite health clinic • Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility • Collaborative work environment To learn more about The City of Fort Collins and Our Community, please read Our Community and Our Organization Brochure Job Summary The Parks Cemetery Worker is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working outdoors and wants a job that truly matters. This position helps care for cemetery grounds through landscaping, maintenance, and burial preparation, ensuring the space remains peaceful, respectful, and well-kept for the community. It’s a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in physical work, likes seeing the results of their efforts, and prefers being active rather than behind a desk. With steady hours, excellent benefits, and the chance to build practical skills while serving residents during meaningful moments, this role offers both stability and a strong sense of purpose. Essential Duties And Responsibilities The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive. • Receives instruction and general direction from direct supervisor prior to initiating tasks. • Maintains and repairs landscaped areas, facilities and buildings. • Cleans and removes trash from all areas including but not limited to shelters and restroom facilities. • Performs maintenance and repairs in playgrounds. • Maintains and repairs hardscapes, including pavers, concrete, trails, etc. • Prepares playing fields, courts and supporting amenities for recreational use. • Performs snow removal. • Operates and maintains heavy and specialized equipment related to the industry. • Maintains and repairs irrigation and pumping systems under supervision. • Performs various horticultural duties. • Using best management practices, applies fertilizer, herbicides, and insecticides under supervision. • Assists with maintenance of cemeteries. • Maintains, repairs, and tests water features. • Coordinates activities with volunteer groups. • Responsible for following and modeling proper safety rules, regulations as well as sustainable practices. Management Responsibilities No City Competencies • Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds. • Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends. • A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations. • A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork. Required Knowledge Skills And Abilities • Basic knowledge of turf management, horticulture and sports field maintenance. • Ability to safely operate a variety of power tools. • Ability to safely operate and maintain a wide variety of industry-related equipment. • Basic math skills. • Must be able to communicate both verbally and in writing. • Ability to work a variety of weekday, weekend, and holiday hours. • Ability to use basic computer software. • Irrigation skills desired, such as programming irrigation clocks, infrastructure repair, and troubleshooting skills. • Basic trade skills desired, such as carpentry, plumbing, welding, concrete, electrical and map reading. Required Qualifications Minimum Preferred High School Diploma or GED Experience Requirements • Any industry specific experience is accepted. At the City, we are focused on finding the strongest candidate for the role, and we recognize that excellence can come from a wide variety of experiences and paths. When reviewing applications, we consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and lived experiences that align with the minimum qualifications. If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to view your background broadly and highlight the skills and experiences that best prepare you for the role. Certifications/Licenses/Specialized Training • Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older. Must have legal authorization to work in the United States of America. Must submit to and pass a pre-employment background check, motor vehicle records check and pre-employment drug screen. Must possess and maintain a driver's license valid in the State of Colorado and the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle at time of employment. Ability to obtain DOT certification within 6 months of hire. The content in this posting was created for recruitment purposes. To view the full job description click the link below. Worker I, Parks The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call (970) 221-6535 for assistance. Notice Regarding Medical and/or Recreational Marijuana Use Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body. The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy. The City is committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Employment decisions will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment. The City does not tolerate behavior that results in the terms and conditions of employment being adversely impacted based on an employee’s protected status, or any behavior that violates this policy. Consistent with the City’s respect for the rights and dignity of each employee, the City is committed to providing a work environment that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. The City prohibits discrimination or harassment based on protected characteristics, including race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including perceived sexual orientation), gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, age 40 years or older, pregnancy or related condition, military, veteran status or uniformed service member status, genetic information, marital status or any other status protected under federal, state or local law. The City is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment. In addition to the City’s commitment to equal opportunity employment, the City strictly prohibits discrimination or retaliation against an employee who raises any reasonable concern about workplace violations of government health or safety rules or a significant threat to the health or safety of City employees or the public, if the City controls the workplace conditions giving rise to the threat or violation. BACKGROUND CHECK, MOTOR VEHICLE REPORT AND DRUG TEST REQUIRED WITHIN FOUR CALENDAR DAYS/96 HOURS OF OFFER. (Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position) Note: Some information in your application may be public information under the Colorado Open Records Act.