Job Title: Playground Installer

Zoom Recreation designs and builds commercial parks around California. We design and build commercial playgrounds, shade structures, fitness equipment as well as install safety surfacing such as pour-in-place rubber and artificial turf.

We work on a lot of prevailing wage projects as we work with cities, school districts and other publicly funded organizations.

We are a fast-growing company creating the next generation playground experience for schools, parks, and communities.

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled Playground Installer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience building play structures and shade systems. This role requires physical strength, technical construction ability, and attention to detail to ensure safe and high-quality installations.

Pay Range: $30 - $70/hour

*we do a lot of prevailing wage projects which pay upwards of $70/hour to each installer. Half of our projects are prevailing wage roughly.

Responsibilities:

Install playground structures, shade structures, surfacing and other site amenities.
Operate power tools and equipment for assembly and installation.
Load, transport, and unload materials at job sites.
Follow safety guidelines and ensure compliance with industry standards.
Work efficiently as part of a team to complete projects on time.
Troubleshoot and resolve installation challenges on-site.

Requirements:

Minimum 2 years of experience in playground or shade structure installation.
Valid CDL and clean driving record (mandatory).
Driver’s license (mandatory).
Based in Southern California.
Ability to lift heavy materials and perform physically demanding tasks.
Familiarity with power tools and construction techniques.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience operating heavy machinery (e.g., skid steers, forklifts, augers).
Knowledge of concrete finishing techniques.

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