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Site Construction Technician

Join the award-winning Parks Department as a Seasonal Site Construction Technician and help build and maintain Aspen's beautiful parks and open spaces. This position offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a stunning mountain setting, whether entering the construction field or expanding existing skills. Training and support are provided by an experienced team. Responsibilities include assisting with the construction of parks, gardens, playgrounds, and other public spaces. City-managed vehicles and work carts are provided for transportation between job sites. Supervision is exercised and received directly from the Construction and Restoration Field Supervisor.

Enjoy Parks & Open Space Benefits: End-of-season bonuses of $500 or $750, based on hours worked, and $750 bonuses for eligible employees who return for additional seasons Seasonal employment with flexible work arrangements Use of City-managed vehicles during the workday, as needed Collaborative and supportive team-oriented workplace Opportunities for field-based, outdoor work in a dynamic environment Hands-on experience supporting natural resource management and environmental stewardship Meaningful public service work benefiting the Aspen community Strong emphasis on employee safety and training. Carpool and bus pass programs are available. The City of Aspen is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Hablamos espaol! We welcome Spanish-speaking applicants and provide a supportive bilingual environment.

Essential Job Functions: Equipment Operation and Maintenance Operates vehicles, including cars, trucks, and electric or gas-powered work carts. Maintains tools and equipment in proper working order and reports any maintenance needs.

Public Interaction and Safety Responds professionally to occasional interactions with the general public and directs inquiries to supervisors as needed. Follows proper safety protocols and uses personal protective equipment (PPE) responsibly. Operates hand tools and light construction equipment safely and effectively.

Project Support Assists with construction and renovation of parks, playgrounds, fencing, irrigation systems, and other capital improvement projects. Assists with special projects, seasonal events, and other maintenance tasks as assigned.

City Organizational Values Supports and models the City of Aspen organizational values: Service, Partnership, Stewardship, and Innovation. Organizational values are shared principles that guide behavior across the organization. This position is responsible for upholding and applying these values while performing daily work functions. Other duties as assigned

Core Competencies: Displays the following key competencies in the overall job performance to include the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Service: Provides service with excellence, humility, integrity, and respect in daily work, builds trust by listening, treats people with respect, acknowledges opportunities for improvement, and follows through with commitments. Partnership: Actively creates strong, supportive internal and external relationships to attain a common goal and achieve greater impact together. Stewardship: Balances social, environmental, and financial responsibilities, evaluating the impact of decision making on a thriving future for all. Innovation: Develops technical expertise to pursue new ideas and creative outcomes, grounded in Aspen's unique culture, opportunities and challenges. Communication: Knowledge of effective and appropriate communication. Ability to use knowledge effectively in various contexts which may require oral, written, visual and non-verbal communication. Interpersonal: Works to develop strength in interpersonal skills. Has the ability to work well with diverse groups of people, both inside and outside the organization. Technology: Demonstrates technology skills sufficient for the nature and level of position. Demonstrates a willingness to learn new technologies and transition job duties accordingly to support technological advances and innovation.

Minimum Requirements: Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent, but not required. Experience: No prior experience required; on-the-job training provided. Interest in landscaping, natural resources, maintaining clean and welcoming public spaces, or environmental stewardship. Customer service, teamwork, or volunteer experience in outdoor or community settings is helpful but not required. Technical Knowledge: Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook (email), as well as familiarity with web-based platforms and online applications. Licenses & Certifications: Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License or be able to obtain one within 30 days of start date.

NOTE: Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required abilities, knowledge, and skills as determined by the City of Aspen may be substituted for the requirements above.

NOTE: This position requires a Criminal Background Check upon hire. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Criminal Background Check.

Position Type and Work Hours: Seasonal: 40-hour work week: Four 10-hour workdays; workdays typically begin at 6:00 am Season Start Date: May 4, 2026 Season End Date: November 1, 2026 Hours and days vary depending on operational needs Weekends and holidays may be required

Physical Demands: Visual Acuity: Ability to bring objects into focus. Balancing: Maintaining equilibrium. Bending: Bending or position oneself to move an object from one level to another. Carrying: Occasionally up to 50 lbs. such as open space signs, posts, interpretive displays, bags of native seed and fertilizer, plant materials, etc. Crouching: Bending body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. Climbing: Ascending or descending stationary objects. Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Performing work through using two or more body parts or other devices. Gripping/Grasping: Ability to apply pressure with fingers and palm. Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, through use of hands, fingers, or other means. Hearing: Perceiving and comprehending the nature and direction of sounds. Kneeling: Bending legs at knees to come to rest on knee or knees Lifting: Occasionally up to 50 lbs. such as signs, posts, interpretive displays, bags of native seed and fertilizer, plant materials, etc. Pushing/Pulling: Ability to use upper extremities to exert force to press, draw, drag or haul objects in a sustained motion. Reaching: Extending the hands and arms or other device in any direction. Repetitive motions: Making frequent or continuous movements. Sitting: Remaining in a stationary position. Standing: Ability to sustain position for a period of time. Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. Talking: Communicating ideas or exchanging information. Walking: Ability to move to traverse from one location to another.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

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