Maintenance Technician (Concrete)

City of St. Joseph; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

City of St. Joseph is seeking a Maintenance Technician (Concrete) to perform difficult general maintenance on park amenities, grounds, and facilities. The role may involve supervising small work crews and coordinating concrete-focused projects.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 1+ year of related experience, with a CDL preferred. Applicants must pass drug screening and background checks, and the salary is negotiable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. One or more years of prior experience required to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• All applicants must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment.
• Any job offer made by the City is contingent upon the applicant passing the drug screening and background check.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s license (CDL) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates equipment such as mowers, trucks, tractors, chainsaws, forklift, bobcat, boom truck and other equipment used in the maintenance of parks.
• Instals new equipment and amenities.
• Repairs and renovates all existing amenities, facilities, and grounds.
• Performs general construction work on new facilities and renovation of existing with primary focus on concrete.

Skills

Equipment operation

Blueprint reading

Park maintenance

Crew management

Regulations knowledge

Flexible hours

Effective communication

Oral/written instructions

CDL preferred

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Concrete tools

Job description

Position Title: Maintenance Technician (Concrete)
Department: Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities
Division: Park Maintenance
Salary: Negotiable
Closing Date: Until Filled

Position Title: Maintenance Technician (Concrete)
Department: Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities
Division: Park Maintenance
Salary: Negotiable
Closing Date: Until Filled

Job Summary/Scope

Performs difficult general maintenance work on park amenities, grounds, and facilities. May be assigned intermittent supervisory responsibilities involving small work crews.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Operates equipment such as mowers, trucks, tractors, chainsaws, forklift, bobcat, boom truck and other equipment used in the maintenance of parks.


• Installs new equipment and amenities.


• Repairs and renovates all existing amenities, facilities, and grounds.


• Performs general construction work on new facilities and renovation of existing with primary focus on concrete.


• Performs minor electrical, plumbing and welding.


• Must attend a work release supervisor training class annually.

Other Duties And Responsibilities

• Secures all park facilities and buildings as necessary.


• Prepares material lists and order supplies for work projects.


• Performs inspections of park facilities.


• Assists in delivery of equipment for city sponsored events and projects.


• May be required to work with or supervise inmates.


• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Employee Behavior and Conduct

City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest and respectful.

Required (Essential) Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Skills in planning, organizing, and directing crews, operation of trucks, tractors, mowers, chainsaws, forklift, bobcat, boom truck, concrete tools and other equipment used in park maintenance.


• Skills in reading and understanding construction blueprints.


• Knowledge of general park maintenance procedures.


• Required (Essential) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Cont.)


• Knowledge of department rules and regulations.


• Ability to work flexible hours, which will include evenings, weekends, and holidays.


• Ability to communicate effectively with subordinates and the general public.


• Ability to follow oral and/or written instructions.


• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s license (CDL) preferred.

Material and Equipment Directly Used

Operates a variety of equipment used in routine maintenance, including mowers, trucks, tractors, chainsaws, forklift, bobcat, boom truck and other equipment used in the maintenance of parks. There may be times when use of personal vehicle may be required.

Working Environment/Physical Requirements

Majority of work is performed in an outdoor setting where weather conditions can vary from extreme heat and cold, with high levels of dust, dirt, fumes, and noise. Physical activity includes prolonged standing, bending, stooping, lifting, walking and uses arms and hands frequently. Must have the ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 to 75 pounds and assist in lifting objects weighing in excess of 100 pounds. Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes. Vacation and other leave scheduling shall be requested of and approved by the appropriate supervisor.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required. One or more years of prior experience required to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

All applicants must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment.

Any job offer made by the City is contingent upon the applicant passing the drug screening and background check.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City is a governmental entity subject to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,

which requires that otherwise qualified handicapped individuals be protected from discrimination.