Facilities & Parks Maintenance Technician

City of Columbia; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Columbia maintains City parking facilities, City parks and recreation areas, and related sites. The position involves skilled and semi-skilled maintenance tasks performed under set procedures and close supervision.

The work is medium-to-heavy, requiring lifting up to 100 pounds on occasion and extensive walking, bending, and climbing. It includes coordinating with contractors and performing various repairs to keep facilities safe and functional.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two (2) years of relevant prior experience.
• Valid South Carolina Class “D” Driver’s License.
• Basic arithmetic knowledge (add/subtract, multiply/divide) and ability to calculate ratios.
• Ability to read routine sentences, instructions, regulations, procedures or work orders.
• Ability to operate or use machines and tools requiring moderate instruction and experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintains City parking and City parks and recreational facilities as assigned.
• Assists supervisor in monitoring the work of contractors for compliance with established specifications, contracts, and safety.
• Performs general building maintenance and repair work as required, including basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical work and locksmithing.
• Performs masonry work as required for facility construction.
• Assembles, installs and maintains playground equipment.
• Maintains swimming pools and related equipment.
• Performs welding and fabrication work as necessary.
• Paints facilities and other structures.
• Transports equipment and other items to and from work sites as directed.
• Inspects facilities for security and safety, and takes appropriate steps to ensure the safety of all staff and citizens and the protection of department property.
• Maintains and performs minor repairs of department vehicles and equipment.
• Prepares and submits various records and reports as required.
• Receives and responds to inquiries, requests for assistance, concerns and complaints in areas of responsibility.
• Attends meetings, workshops, training, etc., as necessary to maintain job knowledge and skills; and
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Measurement & math

Communication

Problem solving

Reading & writing

Team guidance

Maintenance planning

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Shop tools

Power tools

Vehicles & equipment

Job description

City of Columbia maintains City parking facilities, City parks and recreation areas, and related sites. The position involves skilled and semi-skilled maintenance tasks performed under set procedures and close supervision.

The work is medium-to-heavy, requiring lifting up to 100 pounds on occasion and extensive walking, bending, and climbing. It includes coordinating with contractors and performing various repairs to keep facilities safe and functional.