Maintenance Technician - Electrical

City of St. Joseph; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of St. Joseph is hiring a Maintenance Technician (Electrical) to perform general maintenance and repair work on park amenities and facilities. This role involves operating heavy equipment, completing inspections, and managing responsibilities at heights. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant electrical experience, and the ability to communicate effectively. The position requires adherence to safety standards and passing a drug screening and background check. Offers a negotiable salary within a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to plan, organize, and direct maintenance crews efficiently.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s license preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public.

Responsibilities

• Operates various equipment for park maintenance.
• Installs and repairs amenities and facilities.
• Performs mechanical and electrical work as needed.

Skills

Planning and organizing crews

Operation of maintenance equipment

Reading construction blueprints

Knowledge of electrical codes

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Prior electrical experience

Unrestricted electrical journeyman license

Tools

Mowers

Tractors

Chainsaws

Forklift

Bobcat

Boom truck

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician (Electrical)

Department: Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities

Division: Park Maintenance

Salary: Negotiable

Closing Date: March 9th, 2026

Job Summary

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 mechanical and electrical work on new construction.
• Changes field lights at heights approximately 90 feet above playing field.
• Maintains and repairs air‑conditioning, heating, and sprinkler systems.
• Performs work on low‑voltage distribution systems.
• Performs inspections on load centers, electrical devices and other areas for safety and safe operation.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Secures all park facilities and buildings as necessary.
• Prepares material lists and orders supplies for work projects.
• Performs inspections of park facilities.
• 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 and other equipment used in park maintenance.
• Skills in reading and understanding construction blueprints.
• Knowledge of general park maintenance procedures.
• Knowledge of National Electrical and Local Electrical Codes.
• Knowledge of department rules and regulations.
• Ability to work at varying heights including heights ranging as high as ninety feet.
• Ability to follow oral and/or written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with subordinates and the general public.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s license (CDL) with Air endorsement 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 and 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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required. Prior experience in the electrical field and unrestricted electrical journeyman license preferred.

Drug Screening and Background Check

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.

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.