Building Maintenance/Utility Worker

City-of-Mason-City-1; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mason City Police Department is seeking a Building Maintenance/Utility Worker to maintain our facilities, grounds, and vehicles. Responsibilities include cleaning, grounds upkeep, minor vehicle repairs, and safety compliance, ensuring smooth daily operations.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and two years of relevant experience; basic Word/Excel skills are required, with college coursework in maintenance viewed favorably.

Qualifications

• This position requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Two years of relevant maintenance experience is required.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is expected.
• College coursework in maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, or construction is strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and custodial duties at the Police Station and Animal Shelter.
• Maintain facility grounds including mowing, trimming, and snow removal.
• Do minor repairs on department vehicles and keep service records.
• Handle and store department firearms safely during repairs.
• Maintain building systems such as heating, cooling, and generators.
• Monitor fuel supplies and assist with safety compliance.
• Coordinate inspections for building systems, tanks, elevators, and fire equipment.
• Restock supplies and transport equipment and evidence as directed.
• Complete basic computerized records and inform supervisors of needs.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

College level coursework in maintenance/HVAC/plumbing/construction

Job description

Help keep the Mason City Police Department running smoothly. We’re hiring a Building Maintenance/Utility Worker to maintain our buildings, grounds, and vehicles to support our daily operations. From making repairs to keeping facilities clean and equipment ready, your work will play an essential role behind the scenes.

Duties:

• Perform cleaning and custodial duties at the Police Station and Animal Shelter, including floors, windows, restrooms, offices, hallways, and garage areas.
• Maintain facility grounds through mowing, raking, trimming bushes, litter removal, snow removal, and sanding walks and driveways.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on department vehicles, maintain service records, and coordinate transportation for outside repairs.
• Properly handle and store department firearms when necessary during outside equipment repairs.
• Perform routine maintenance on heating, air conditioning, and emergency generator systems, along with authorized minor building repairs.
• Monitor onsite fuel supplies, maintain fuel pump and safety systems, and assist with regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate required inspections for building systems, fuel tanks, elevators, fire protection equipment, and generators.
• Restock supplies and transport equipment, radar trailers, large evidence items, and other property as directed.
• Complete basic computerized records entry and keep supervisors informed of facility and vehicle maintenance needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Two years of relevant experience.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• College level coursework from a recognized accredited institution in specialized course work such as maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, and construction is strongly desired.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• This is a Civil Service position and following receipt of an application candidates will be notified of the next steps in the hiring process.
• Must possess a valid driver's license or obtain one within 30 days and meet the City's driving record requirements.
• No felony convictions or other disqualifying criminal or civil record.
• Must successfully pass a background check and criminal history fingerprint check.
• Must be capable of becoming an Iowa DNR Class A & B Certified Owner/Operator for underground storage tanks.

Applications will be accepted until 4:30pm, October 29th, 2026

Equal Opportunity Employer