{"id":6354,"date":"2022-01-07T00:31:16","date_gmt":"2022-01-07T07:31:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/?p=6354"},"modified":"2025-05-30T13:05:46","modified_gmt":"2025-05-30T19:05:46","slug":"park","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/blog\/park\/","title":{"rendered":"A Quick and Complete Guide To Park Maintenance"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row kd_background_image_position=&#8221;vc_row-bg-position-top&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re in the business of park maintenance, you are likely passionate about the role parks play in our society. They provide safe spaces for kids, gathering places<span id=\"park-maintenance\"><\/span> for our communities, access to nature for citizens of any ability, and generally improve <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/recreation.eku.edu\/importance-parks-and-recreation\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">quality of life<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reliable park maintenance is essential regardless of your park&#8217;s type, size, or location. Follow these basics to preserve this vital community resource.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row kd_background_image_position=&#8221;vc_row-bg-position-top&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is park maintenance?\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Park maintenance involves <span id=\"park-maintenance-activities\"><\/span>keeping parks and other public recreation spaces clean, safe, and functional. This could include activities like mowing, planting, and pruning, as well as cleaning and general repair of park infrastructures such as roads, buildings, and playgrounds.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The presence of a well-maintained park can boost the perceived desirability and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getomnify.com\/blog\/top-7-benefits-of-parks-and-recreation\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">value of a neighborhood<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, especially for young families.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Park maintenance activities<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Landscaping<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most parks have some landscaping and natural areas that need to be maintained. These activities will vary by the season but generally include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mowing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watering<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fertilizing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planting, trimming, pruning, and weeding<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trail maintenance<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cleaning<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All public spaces need to be kept clean. Depending on the type of infrastructure at your park, cleaning activities will range from removing garbage and litter to regular bathroom cleanings and restocking supplies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Removal of graffiti and other signs of vandalism is also a common need in public spaces. Not only does cleaning improve citizens\u2019 experience of a park, but it also ensures safety.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">General infrastructure maintenance<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most parks have some form of infrastructure in buildings or equipment. Repair of broken amenities such as playground equipment, picnic tables, shelter structures, and other park facilities are nearly universal maintenance tasks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintenance of athletic fields will also be a priority for parks with seasonal <a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/blog\/sports-facility-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sports facilities<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Security<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is<span id=\"common-park-infrastructure\"><\/span> crucial for park maintenance activities to enable park security. Aside from ensuring the cleanliness and proper functioning of the park, installation and maintenance of signage and surveillance equipment are also part of regular operating procedures.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, when security issues do arise, park maintenance staff must also collaborate with local authorities.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; kd_background_image_position=&#8221;vc_row-bg-position-center&#8221; kd_top_separator_style=&#8221;arrow-down&#8221; kd_top_separator_height=&#8221;separator-height-small&#8221; kd_bottom_separator_style=&#8221;arrow-down&#8221; kd_bottom_separator_height=&#8221;separator-height-small&#8221; kd_top_separator=&#8221;true&#8221; kd_bottom_separator=&#8221;true&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1686010970348{margin-bottom: 40px !important;padding-top: 60px !important;padding-bottom: 40px !important;background: #dde4e8 url(https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/cta-laired-hex-4.webp?id=9077) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;border-radius: 0px !important;}&#8221; css_tablet_landscape=&#8221;.vc_custom_1686010970348{padding-bottom: 80px !important;}&#8221; css_tablet_portrait=&#8221;.vc_custom_1686010970348{padding-bottom: 80px !important;}&#8221; css_mobile=&#8221;.vc_custom_1686010970348{padding-bottom: 80px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; gap=&#8221;15&#8243; kd_background_image_position=&#8221;vc_row-bg-position-top&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;]<header class=\"kd-section-title col-lg-12 text-left  subtitle-below-title kd-animated fadeIn   vc_custom_1682969246743\" data-animation-delay=200><h2 class=\"separator_off\" style=\"font-size: 42px;font-weight: 500;margin-bottom:30px;\">Building Maintenance Checklist<\/h2><h6 class=\"subtitle\" style=\"color: #152232;\">Use this helpful template as a starting point for your building maintenance program.<\/h6><\/header>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_raw_html]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[\/vc_raw_html][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row kd_background_image_position=&#8221;vc_row-bg-position-top&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common park infrastructure<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most public parks have a set of standard features, and each will require its own maintenance tasks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6356\" src=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/common-park-areas.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"460\" srcset=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/common-park-areas.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/common-park-areas-300x115.jpg 300w, https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/common-park-areas-1024x393.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/common-park-areas-768x294.jpg 768w, https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/common-park-areas-451x173.jpg 451w, https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/common-park-areas-554x212.jpg 554w, https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/common-park-areas-93x36.jpg 93w, https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/common-park-areas-540x207.jpg 540w, https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/common-park-areas-100x38.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hiking, fitness, and nature trails<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ask any jogger about their favorite places to run and parks will inevitably be on their list. Trails and walking paths are some of the most used park features. Common maintenance tasks include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cutting undergrowth or clearing after a storm to keep paths clear<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintenance of maps and other trail signage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lighting maintenance on lighted trails, entrances, and exits\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sports fields and courts<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The exact list of maintenance activities and their frequency will vary depending on the type of athletic fields. But sports facilities are typically host to the largest number of patrons at once than most other facilities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most common maintenance tasks include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweeping, trash, and litter collection<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replacement of burnt light bulbs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lawn irrigation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mowing and painting grass<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pest control<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fertilizer application<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Restrooms, picnic pavilions, and other buildings<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bigger parks will always feature some on-premise infrastructure and equipment that needs to be maintained and repaired.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common maintenance tasks include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweeping, trash removal, litter collection\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plumbing repairs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cleaning and disinfection<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replacement of burnt light bulbs, electric fittings, sockets, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replacement of supplies, hand sanitizers, soap, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Those that want an A+, check out our guides on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/maintenance-definitions\/building-maintenance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">building maintenance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/blog\/equipment-maintenance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">equipment maintenance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Playgrounds\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is a park without a playground? A missed opportunity, that\u2019s what.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Playgrounds are not only used by the littlest and most trusting of our community members, but they are also constantly exposed to the elements, causing wear and tear. Staying on top of playground maintenance helps keep families and their kids safe.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common maintenance tasks include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweeping, trash removal, litter collection\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wiping and disinfection of play equipment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repainting, polishing, and repair of play equipment<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parking lots<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The parking lot is usually the first area that visitors see when approaching a park. It is also one of the locations where accessibility is a major consideration.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common maintenance tasks include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sweeping\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">trash and litter collection\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">general cleaning<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sealcoating\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">paving\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">striping\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more information, take a look at our dedicated <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/blog\/parking-lot-maintenance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">parking lot maintenance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> guide.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintenance equipment<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can\u2019t<span id=\"park-maintenance-best-practices\"><\/span> perform all this park maintenance without the appropriate equipment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mowers, trimmers, and other tools must be maintained in order for you and your team to be able to do your job effectively.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t forget to dedicate time to maintaining the tools of the trade.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Park maintenance best practices<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regardless of the size and structure of your park system, national parks, state parks, even city parks need to be maintained regularly in order to perform their function.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some best practices for your parks and recreation maintenance team to follow.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prioritize security<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although you and your team provide an important public service, a visitor\u2019s experience can turn unpleasant very quickly if a car is stolen or broken into. Just like with any other facility maintenance, you can deter potential thieves by installing security cameras in strategic locations around the park.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It doesn\u2019t have to be anything fancy or expensive. Some basic security cameras and signs short notices like the one below, pasted all over the park, are a great start if an onsite security presence isn\u2019t in the cards.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6357\" src=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/CCTV-in-Operation.png\" alt=\"CCTV in Operation\" width=\"500\" height=\"353\" srcset=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/CCTV-in-Operation.png 500w, https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/CCTV-in-Operation-300x212.png 300w, https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/CCTV-in-Operation-337x238.png 337w, https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/CCTV-in-Operation-414x292.png 414w, https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/CCTV-in-Operation-85x60.png 85w, https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/CCTV-in-Operation-100x71.png 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow landscaping best practices<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Landscape maintenance provides well-maintained open spaces and plants, and these are a major attraction at parks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Park maintenance workers plant shrubs and flowers, mow grass, prune trees, and provide pesticide and fertilization services. They also maintain and manage the sprinkler and irrigation systems.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We talk in-depth about many of those activities in our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/blog\/golf-course-maintenance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">golf course maintenance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/maintenance-definitions\/grounds-maintenance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">grounds maintenance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> guides.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perform regular inspections and audits<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The safety and security of children and others using your park should be the top priority. You want people to know they are safe. You also don\u2019t want to spend time dealing with different compensation claims.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conduct frequent field checks and safety inspections of recreation facilities, play equipment and grounds to ensure they are in good condition by checking for:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excessive equipment wear and deterioration\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The presence of pests, rodents, and insects<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Highly-allergenic plants (poison ivy, poison oak\u2026)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tripping hazards<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shaky or loose play equipment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loose or missing items (like fasteners, bolts, nuts or screws)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excessively <span id=\"types-of-park-maintenance-jobs\"><\/span>sharp edges on play equipment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metal equipment that has become excessively rusty or torn (it\u2019s generally advisable to avoid metal play equipment altogether)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In general, whichever property or infrastructure you have to maintain, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/strategies\/preventive-maintenance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">preventive maintenance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> should constitute the bulk of your efforts. You can design your own operating procedures, much like in more challenging asset management environments.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Types of park maintenance jobs<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Park maintenance workers are often part of a larger recreation department team within the park system. This team is responsible for providing a safe and clean environment in addition to protecting the natural resources of the park.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At public parks, hiring maintenance workers usually falls under the jurisdiction of the council or county authorities. Federal park workers are hired through the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalparks.org\/connect\/blog\/3-tips-applying-national-parks-job\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Park Service<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, what kind of maintenance staff can you find working in parks and what exactly is in their job description?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Janitors<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Janitors handle the cleaning of all amenities in the park buildings, picnic shelters, restrooms, and other park facilities. In smaller parks with a smaller workforce, janitorial staff will also handle <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/maintenance-definitions\/routine-maintenance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">routine maintenance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> tasks like the replacement of burnt light bulbs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gardeners and landscape professionals<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Landscape professionals attend to the park\u2019s vegetation. They remove diseased flowers and shrubs, recommend and plant new ones, mow lawns, remove weeds, and clear leaves and debris.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As part of their duties, they\u2019ll manage irrigation systems and apply fertilizers to plants in addition to maintaining fencing and signages.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since they are responsible for handling fertilizers and pesticides, they are required by federal law to have a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/pesticide-worker-safety\/how-get-certified-pesticide-applicator\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pesticide applicator license<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintenance technicians<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/blog\/maintenance-technician\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintenance technicians<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are skilled workers that perform hands-on maintenance for park infrastructure like pump and plumbing systems, electrical fittings, and HVAC systems.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They are often involved with repairing and servicing equipment and tools used by landscape professionals. This includes, but is not limited to, lawnmowers, irrigation sprinklers, and pesticide spraying equipment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintenance supervisors<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/blog\/maintenance-supervisor\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintenance supervisors<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> coordinate and<span id=\"maintenance-software-park-maintenance\"><\/span> oversee the staff, They plan and schedule park maintenance, organize resources like tools and parts needed for park maintenance, and enforce compliance with park rules and regulations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They are usually actively involved in the hiring and onboarding process for other maintenance workers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintenance software to streamline park maintenance<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just like any other maintenance function, the job of a park maintenance team can be done more efficiently and effectively with the help of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">computerized maintenance management software (CMMS)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limble CMMS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, for example, enables park maintenance staff to create and assign work orders on the go, schedule preventive maintenance, and follow inspection checklists.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On top of that, it helps you track your spare parts inventory and the performance of your staff and equipment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-7456\" src=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Organizations-that-use-Limble-CMMS-for-park-maintenance.webp\" alt=\"Organizations that use Limble CMMS for park maintenance\" width=\"1500\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Organizations-that-use-Limble-CMMS-for-park-maintenance.webp 1500w, https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Organizations-that-use-Limble-CMMS-for-park-maintenance-300x97.webp 300w, https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Organizations-that-use-Limble-CMMS-for-park-maintenance-1024x332.webp 1024w, https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Organizations-that-use-Limble-CMMS-for-park-maintenance-768x249.webp 768w, https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Organizations-that-use-Limble-CMMS-for-park-maintenance-451x146.webp 451w, https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Organizations-that-use-Limble-CMMS-for-park-maintenance-554x179.webp 554w, https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Organizations-that-use-Limble-CMMS-for-park-maintenance-93x30.webp 93w, https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Organizations-that-use-Limble-CMMS-for-park-maintenance-540x175.webp 540w, https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Organizations-that-use-Limble-CMMS-for-park-maintenance-100x32.webp 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A good CMMS will also give you an in-depth <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/blog\/maintenance-cost-explained\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">breakdown of maintenance costs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 a must for publicly funded parks and facilities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Want to know how much you spent last month on specific parts, vendors, assets, or paid overtime? With Limble, you can generate respective reports with just a few simple clicks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking for maintenance software to take your park maintenance to the next level and make your daily life easier, we invite you to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/demo-request\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">schedule a demo<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/get-started\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">start a free trial of Limble CMMS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row kd_background_image_position=&#8221;vc_row-bg-position-top&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]If you\u2019re in the business of park maintenance, you 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