Maintenance Technician I - 955 (Parking)

City of Columbia, MO; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Columbia, Missouri, invites applications for Maintenance Technician I - 955 (Parking). This position performs a variety of manual tasks in the maintenance and repair of equipment, facilities, and grounds. Requires a high school diploma and at least one year of related experience; may require a Pesticide Applicator Certification.

Work hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, with a starting wage of $18.87 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of related experience.
• May require Pesticide Applicator Certification.
• Knowledge of safety standards and basic arithmetic.

Responsibilities

• Maintains cleanliness of city facilities.
• Performs preventative maintenance and minor repairs on fixtures.
• Assists with ordering, maintaining, and distributing supplies.
• Repairs or replaces appliances and equipment.
• Paints prepared surfaces.

Skills

Time estimation

Verbal & written communication

Problem solving

Listening & directions

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

City of Columbia, Missouri Career Opportunities

Maintenance Technician I - 955 (Parking)

Position Title Maintenance Technician I - 955 (Parking)

Department

Department Public Works

Job Code

Job Code 02397

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Union Code/Affiliation

Union Code/Affiliation Local 955

Division

Division PARKING

Job Description Summary

The purpose of this job is to perform a variety of manual and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance and repair of equipment, facilities, and grounds.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains cleanliness of city facilities.
• Conducts preventative maintenance of structures and equipment; performs minor repairs to fixtures as directed.
• Assists with ordering, maintaining, and distributing supplies.
• Repairs or replaces appliances and equipment.
• Paints prepared surfaces.
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No supervisory authority. Work may require providing guidance and training to others.

Human Collaboration and Job Impact

• Work requires regular interaction involving exchange and receipt of information.
• Interactions have significant impact on the organization in terms of time, money, or public/employee relations.

Fiscal Responsibility

• Position has no fiscal responsibility.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of related experience.

Licenses or Certifications

• Depending on assignment, may require Pesticide Applicator Certification or other relevant certification.

Knowledge

• Standard practices, methods, materials, tools, and equipment of building trades.
• Safety standards and protocols.
• Basic arithmetic.

Skill

• Estimating time and materials needed to complete jobs.
• Communicating verbally and in writing to meet the needs of the audience.
• Solving a variety of problems.
• Listening and following directions.
• Working independently.

Ability

• Use and maintain tools and equipment.
• Provide high levels of effective customer service.
• Read and understand directions.
• Maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Recognize and solve problems.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Positions assigned to the airport are required to successfully pass an annual Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check.

Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job

• Office or similar indoor environment – Sometimes
• Outdoor environment –Frequently/Often
• Street environment (near moving traffic) – Frequently/Often
• Confined space – Sometimes
• Vehicle – Frequently/Often
• Warehouse environment – Sometimes
• Shop environment – Frequently/Often
• Right of way environment – Sometimes

Exposures

• Individuals who are hostile or irate – Sometimes
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) – Sometimes
• Communicable diseases – Frequently/Often
• Moving mechanical parts – Frequently/Often
• Fumes or airborne particles – Frequently/Often
• Toxic or caustic chemicals/substances – Sometimes
• Loud noises (85+ decibels) -Frequently/Often

Physical Demands

• This position involves frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards and majority of work is performed outside or with exposure to risk.
• Incumbents may be required to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
• Incumbents required to bend, stoop, reach, twist, dig, climb stairs, balance, grasp, push, feel attributes of objects, and operate mechanical equipment.

Hours/Days

8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Mon-Fri

Starting Salary

$18.87 per hour

Pay Grade

Pay Grade 105

Number of Positions Available

1

Deadline to Apply

09/30/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Accommodation Information

Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call 573.874. CITY (2489)
TTY: 711 (MO RELAY)
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: MALE/FEMALE
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE‑EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING
The City of Columbia participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program

Required Documents

Resume

Address

600 E. Broadway
P.O. Box 6015
Columbia, MO 65205