Town of Avon
Job Description
Job Description Salary: $21.00 - $30.00 Come Join the Town of Avon Team! Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Avon, Colorado, is more than a destination - its a place to call home. Here, visitors and residents alike enjoy living, working, and playing in a breathtaking outdoor setting.
At the Town of Avon, were the driving force behind what makes this community thrive. From fixing potholes to hosting events in stunning Nottingham Park, to teaching swim lessons at our 40,000 sq. ft. full-service Recreation Center, to ensuring public safety, our dedicated team makes it all happen.
We offer a variety of opportunities in fantastic locations, backed by supportive leadership and excellent benefits. Whether you're seeking a full-time career or a seasonal part-time job, the Town of Avon is the perfect place to grow, contribute, and make a difference. What are you waiting for? Join our team today!
Position Overview: The Town of Avon, Colorado, is accepting applications for a Parks Maintenance Worker:
The position of Public Works Parks Maintenance Worker is responsible for assisting with maintenance and repairs within the Parks division of the Public Works Department. This position operates equipment and hand tools in order to maintain Town landscaping, turf, athletic and recreation facilities, and irrigation system. This position is considered a summer seasonal position typically not to exceed 6 months (26 weeks) of continuous service. A seasonal employees typical work schedule calls for 20 - 40 hours per week during that period.
VIEW THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION HERE
Essential Functions for 18+ year olds: 1. Operates a variety of equipment to facilitate the maintenance of buildings and grounds such as lawn mowers, weed trimmer, etc. 2. Requires the use of a variety of hand tools, and/or small power equipment, such as shovels, rakes, electric drills, sanders, etc. 3. Maintains public grounds by planting, weeding, pruning, raking, mowing, picking up litter, sweeping, shoveling and general landscape maintenance 4. Loads and unload chemical fertilizers, dirt, flowers, and equipment needed to complete tasks 5. Assists with maintenance of public facilities for ice area and parks, cleaning, securing, and monitoring equipment and facilities 6. Assists with set-up and breakdown of equipment for special events, and other areas of special events as needed
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS for MINORS, under 18yo. 1. Works with hand tools such as shovels and rakes to facilitate the maintenance of buildings and grounds, no use of powered tools or equipment. 2. Maintains public grounds by planting, weeding, pruning, raking, picking up liter, sweeping, shoveling and general landscape maintenance. 3. Loads and unloads chemical fertilizers, dirt, flowers, and equipment needed to complete tasks.
4. Assists with maintenance of public facilities for parks, cleaning, securing and monitoring equipment and facilities. 5. Assists with set-up and breakdown of equipment for special events, and other areas of special events as needed. 6. Other duties as assigned
Why Work for the Town of Avon? We offer an amazing work environment, supportive leadership, and outstanding benefits, including: Retirement match of 3.75% Avon Recreation Center pass Earn Paid Sick Leave Spanish Language Initiative Flexible Scheduling Opportunities for Advancement
Town of Avon Culture and Values Our team operates on five core values:
Public
Service:Wearecommittedto
an effective, community-focused organization that passionately engages and serves our residents, property owners, businesses, and guests. Openness:Weareopen,transparent,complete,objectiveandrespectfulofopposingviewswithallTownofficialsandwiththe
public
inourdecisionsandactions. Leadership:Weperformour
work with commitment, passion, collaboration, fairness, honesty and courage to elevate our performance, the performance of our co-workers, and the character of our community. Integrity:We are professional, ethical, responsible and accountable in our decisions and actions. Stewardship: We are custodians and stewards of the Town's financial, physical, environmental and natural resources on behalf of current and future generations.
Qualifications Ability to follow written and oral instruction, recognize, and maintain time schedules and deadlines For 18+ only: ability to use hand and power tools and machines, including but not limited push mowers, string trimmers, snow blowers, backpack blowers and other equipment and to operate for long intervals in all kinds of weather.
Ability to work independently under limited supervision.
Ability to climb, balance, stoop, lift, push, pull, and carry
Ability to lift and carry equipment and materials weighing up to 75 pounds, and with assistance equipment and materials weighing up to 100 pounds, such as snowplow blades, truck chains, and bags of cement.
Conversational English required Special Requirements: This position requires possession of Colorado Drivers License and safe driving record for continued employment. Under 18 will not drive equipment or vehicles. Applicants must be 16 years of age or older.
The Town reserves the right to suspend or extend the posting deadline based on receipt of qualified candidates. A background check and reference checks will be required prior to employment. The Town of Avon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Application Deadline Date: August 1, 2025
Job Description Salary: $21.00 - $30.00 Come Join the Town of Avon Team! Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Avon, Colorado, is more than a destination - its a place to call home. Here, visitors and residents alike enjoy living, working, and playing in a breathtaking outdoor setting.
At the Town of Avon, were the driving force behind what makes this community thrive. From fixing potholes to hosting events in stunning Nottingham Park, to teaching swim lessons at our 40,000 sq. ft. full-service Recreation Center, to ensuring public safety, our dedicated team makes it all happen.
We offer a variety of opportunities in fantastic locations, backed by supportive leadership and excellent benefits. Whether you're seeking a full-time career or a seasonal part-time job, the Town of Avon is the perfect place to grow, contribute, and make a difference. What are you waiting for? Join our team today!
Position Overview: The Town of Avon, Colorado, is accepting applications for a Parks Maintenance Worker:
The position of Public Works Parks Maintenance Worker is responsible for assisting with maintenance and repairs within the Parks division of the Public Works Department. This position operates equipment and hand tools in order to maintain Town landscaping, turf, athletic and recreation facilities, and irrigation system. This position is considered a summer seasonal position typically not to exceed 6 months (26 weeks) of continuous service. A seasonal employees typical work schedule calls for 20 - 40 hours per week during that period.
VIEW THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION HERE
Essential Functions for 18+ year olds: 1. Operates a variety of equipment to facilitate the maintenance of buildings and grounds such as lawn mowers, weed trimmer, etc. 2. Requires the use of a variety of hand tools, and/or small power equipment, such as shovels, rakes, electric drills, sanders, etc. 3. Maintains public grounds by planting, weeding, pruning, raking, mowing, picking up litter, sweeping, shoveling and general landscape maintenance 4. Loads and unload chemical fertilizers, dirt, flowers, and equipment needed to complete tasks 5. Assists with maintenance of public facilities for ice area and parks, cleaning, securing, and monitoring equipment and facilities 6. Assists with set-up and breakdown of equipment for special events, and other areas of special events as needed
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS for MINORS, under 18yo. 1. Works with hand tools such as shovels and rakes to facilitate the maintenance of buildings and grounds, no use of powered tools or equipment. 2. Maintains public grounds by planting, weeding, pruning, raking, picking up liter, sweeping, shoveling and general landscape maintenance. 3. Loads and unloads chemical fertilizers, dirt, flowers, and equipment needed to complete tasks.
4. Assists with maintenance of public facilities for parks, cleaning, securing and monitoring equipment and facilities. 5. Assists with set-up and breakdown of equipment for special events, and other areas of special events as needed. 6. Other duties as assigned
Why Work for the Town of Avon? We offer an amazing work environment, supportive leadership, and outstanding benefits, including: Retirement match of 3.75% Avon Recreation Center pass Earn Paid Sick Leave Spanish Language Initiative Flexible Scheduling Opportunities for Advancement
Town of Avon Culture and Values Our team operates on five core values:
Public
Service:Wearecommittedto
an effective, community-focused organization that passionately engages and serves our residents, property owners, businesses, and guests. Openness:Weareopen,transparent,complete,objectiveandrespectfulofopposingviewswithallTownofficialsandwiththe
public
inourdecisionsandactions. Leadership:Weperformour
work with commitment, passion, collaboration, fairness, honesty and courage to elevate our performance, the performance of our co-workers, and the character of our community. Integrity:We are professional, ethical, responsible and accountable in our decisions and actions. Stewardship: We are custodians and stewards of the Town's financial, physical, environmental and natural resources on behalf of current and future generations.
Qualifications Ability to follow written and oral instruction, recognize, and maintain time schedules and deadlines For 18+ only: ability to use hand and power tools and machines, including but not limited push mowers, string trimmers, snow blowers, backpack blowers and other equipment and to operate for long intervals in all kinds of weather.
Ability to work independently under limited supervision.
Ability to climb, balance, stoop, lift, push, pull, and carry
Ability to lift and carry equipment and materials weighing up to 75 pounds, and with assistance equipment and materials weighing up to 100 pounds, such as snowplow blades, truck chains, and bags of cement.
Conversational English required Special Requirements: This position requires possession of Colorado Drivers License and safe driving record for continued employment. Under 18 will not drive equipment or vehicles. Applicants must be 16 years of age or older.
The Town reserves the right to suspend or extend the posting deadline based on receipt of qualified candidates. A background check and reference checks will be required prior to employment. The Town of Avon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Application Deadline Date: August 1, 2025