Are you ready to take the next step in your career with the City of Leawood? If you like to solve problems, work with your hands, and take pride in maintaining the facilities that serve our community, consider joining the Infrastructure Maintenance team in Parks Maintenance! 

This position offers the opportunity to expand your skills, take on a variety of maintenance and construction projects, and contribute to the upkeep of the City's buildings, parks, pool, trails, and other public facilities. If you're looking for a new challenge while continuing to serve the citizens of Leawood, we'd love to hear from you.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Perform general maintenance and repairs to City facilities, including:
  • Plumbing
  • Electrical repairs
  • Painting
  • Welding
  • Asphalt and concrete patching
  • Sign fabrication and installation
  • Playground equipment repairs
• Assist in the maintenance and construction of trails, sidewalks, bridges, and other park infrastructure using concrete, asphalt, pavers, or stone. 
• Prepare, maintain, and winterize the City’s pool facilities
• Inspect park facilities and properties to keep areas clean, safe, and well-kept

WHAT YOU BRING

• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot maintenance issues
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and dependable attendance 
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in both indoor and outdoor environments
• Team-first mindset with a commitment to safety
• Pride in producing quality work that serves the community 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Eight (8) years of experience in parks maintenance, or equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities as determined by the Director of Parks, Recreation, and Arts
• At least one (1) Parks Technical Certification, such as Certified Park & Recreation Professional, Commercial Pesticide Applicator, Certified Playground Safety Inspector, Certified Snow Professional, Certified Arborist, Certified Landscape Technician, or equivalent certification from an accredited agency and approved by the Parks Superintendent
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods
• Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brakes and tanker endorsements 

PREFERRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED

• Ten (10) years of experience in parks maintenance, or equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities as determined by the Director of Parks, Recreation, and Arts
• Two (2) or more Parks Technical Certifications, such as Certified Park & Recreation Professional, Commercial Pesticide Applicator, Certified Playground Safety Inspector, Certified Snow Professional, Certified Arborist, Certified Landscape Technician, or equivalent certification from an accredited agency and approved by the Parks Superintendent

POSITION DETAILS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Typical schedule: Monday – Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
• Overtime opportunities may occur during peak work periods, snow/ice events, or emergency response 

Accepting Applications through July 16, 2026