Maintenance Specialist - HPEC (PT)

Town of Queen Creek, AZ; Arizona; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Queen Creek, AZ, seeks an experienced maintenance technician for the equestrian center. The role involves skilled maintenance, event arena setup, equipment operation, and routine upkeep of park facilities.

You will service and repair heavy equipment, manage tool inventories, and ensure safety protocols are followed during all tasks. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED with vocational training in heavy equipment and at least three years of related experience, plus a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with vocational/technical training in heavy equipment operations and 3 years related experience.
• Equivalent combination of directly related education and experience acceptable.
• Valid Driver's License; Commercial Driver's License with Class A Tanker Endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Creates arena setups designed for each event.
• Prepares footing per event specifications in park arenas.
• Performs routine and skilled level arena maintenance activities.
• Sets up and tears down arena panels.
• Provides maintenance services at events.
• Operates water truck, dump truck, skid steer, loaders, and other grooming equipment.
• Performs inspections, repairs, and preventive maintenance on park equipment.
• Maintains inventory and keeps records of work orders and parts.
• Follows safety procedures and reports safety concerns timely.

Skills

Heavy equipment

Tool operation

Safety procedures

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED with vocational/technical training in heavy equipment operations and vehicle operations and 3 years related experience

Tools

Water truck

Dump truck

Skid steer

Loader

Laser leveler

Job description

JOB CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY

Positions assigned to this class are responsible for performing skilled equestrian center preventative maintenance, repair or general maintenance activities.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a fully qualified equestrian center maintenance classification in the maintenance and operations job family where tasks and assignments are performed using a variety of procedures and techniques. This is the experienced/journey level that is fully competent in the technical/functional aspects of assigned role. Work usually involves the application of sound technical principles and best practices associated with planning, diagnosis, troubleshooting and problem solving. Incumbents perform varied assignments requiring journey level knowledge in equestrian center maintenance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The following are intended to describe core work functions of this classification. While the level and broad nature of essential duties may not change, specific work tasks will vary over time depending on the Town’s needs.

• Creates several types of arena set ups specifically designed for each event.
• Prepares footing per event specifications in park arenas.
• Performs routine and skilled level arena maintenance activities.
• Sets up and tears down arena panels.
• Provides maintenance services at events.
• Operates several types of equipment water truck, dump truck, skid steer, loaders, gannon tractors, and large tractors equipped grooming implements, and laser levelers.
• Performs inspections, repairs, maintenance, preventive maintenance, installation, and calibration of various types of equipment and systems for the park.
• Monitors condition of equipment and performs repairs for which qualified.
• Identifies equipment needs for each assigned project; prepares material, such as dirt, millings, and rip rap.
• Operates, maintains, and repairs a variety of hand and/or power tools, which includes paint guns, rollers, concrete saws, paint stripers, water pumps, blowers, weed eaters, chain saws, jack hammers, and/or a variety of other light equipment.
• Operates heavy construction equipment which will vary depending on assigned area. Equipment may include but is not limited to backhoes, graders, front-end loaders, forklifts, street sweepers, large trucks, sewer combination cleaners, arena grooming equipment, skid steer, dump truck, water truck, vacuum truck and gang mowers for a variety of construction and maintenance operations involving streets, wastewater systems, and park maintenance.
• Maintains and controls inventory including tracking inventory used per work orders and new parts and materials received.
• Maintains written work records, including complaint resolution, maintenance and repair logs, flow records, and daily work logs.
• Performs recordkeeping and shop maintenance.
• Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment; reports any concerns in a timely manner.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or GED supplemented by vocational/technical training in heavy equipment operations and vehicle operations and 3 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of directly related education and experience.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Driver's License;
• Commercial Driver's License with Class A Tanker Endorsement;
• Maintain all certifications/licenses required at job entry.

Special Requirements:

• This position has been identified as a safety-sensitive position by Human Resources, per State and/or Federal Law. Upon conditional offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to undergo testing for alcohol and controlled substances within twenty-four (24) hours of the offer.

KNOWLEDGE

• Methods, materials, procedures, and standard practices of equestrian facility maintenance;
• Methods, materials, procedures and standard practices of equestrian facility repair;
• Heavy equipment and tool operation and maintenance practices;
• Traffic laws and rules involved in vehicle and equipment operation;
• Customer service principles;
• Occupational hazards and safe work practices;
• Standard office equipment including the computer and programs relevant to the performance of applicable duties and responsibilities.

SKILLS

• Understanding equestrian industry and events;
• Providing customer service to the event industry;
• Operating and servicing equestrian maintenance equipment;
• Performing heavy manual labor;
• Identifying occupational hazards;
• Understanding and interpreting schedules;
• Solving problems and making sound decisions;
• Using computers and related software applications;
• Operating equestrian facility maintenance hand and power tools, heavy equipment, and cleaning equipment;
• Operating a motor vehicle;
• Adhering to safe work practices;
• Estimating time and material requirements for assigned projects and activities;
• Performing skilled equestrian facility maintenance activities;
• Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, and other interested parties sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS:

Physical Strength for this classification is indicated below with an “X”

Sedentary:Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

Light:Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

Medium:Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly.

X

Heavy:Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.

Very Heavy:Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

C

F

O

R

N

Continuously

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

2/3 or more time

1/3 to 2/3 of time

Up to 1/3 time

< 1 hour per week

Never occurs

Standing

Communicating with co-workers, observing work site, observing work duties

X

Sitting

Desk work

X

Walking

To other departments/offices/office equipment

X

Lifting

Supplies, files

X

Carrying

Supplies, files

X

Pushing/Pulling

File draws, tables and chairs

X

Reaching

For supplies, for files

X

Handling

Paperwork

X

Fine Dexterity

Computer keyboard, telephone pad, calculator, calibrating equipment

X

Kneeling

Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground

X

Crouching

Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground

X

Crawling

Under equipment

X

Bending

Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground

X

Twisting

From computer to telephone, getting inside vehicles

X

Climbing

Stairs, step stool

X

Balancing

On step stool

X

Vision

Reading, computer screen, driving

X

Hearing

Communicating with co-workers and public and on telephone, listening to equipment

X

Talking

Communicating with co-workers and public and on telephone

X

Foot Controls

Driving

X

Other (Specify)

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

D

W

M

S

N

Daily

Several Times Per Week

Several Times Per Month

Seasonally

Never

Health & Safety Factors

D

W

M

S

N

Health & Safety Factors

D

W

M

S

N

Mechanical Hazards

X

Chemical Hazards

X

Electrical Hazards

X

Fire Hazards

X

Noise and Vibration

X

Wetness/Humidity

X

Explosives

X

Physical Hazards

X

Communicable Diseases

X

Physical Danger or Abuse

X

Other (Specify Below

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:

None

NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

C

F

O

R

N

Continuously

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

2/3 or more time

1/3 to 2/3 of time

Up to 1/3 time

< 1 hour per week

Never occurs

Description of Non-Physical Demands

C

F

O

R

N

Time Pressure

X

Emergency Situation

X

Frequent Change of Tasks

X

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

X

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

X

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team

X

Tedious or Exacting Work

X

Noisy/Distracting Environment

X

Other (Specify Below)

PRIMARY WORK LOCATION:

Office Environment

Warehouse

Shop

Recreation/Neighborhood Center

Vehicle

X

Outdoors

Combination of Office, Vehicle and Field

Other (Specify Below)