Maintenance Technician – Public Works & Parks

City & Borough of Sitka Alaska; Desert Hot Springs (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

City & Borough of Sitka Alaska is seeking a skilled Maintenance Worker to perform semi-skilled and skilled tasks across city buildings, facilities, and equipment. The role involves paving prep, equipment operation, landscaping, and park maintenance, with opportunities to respond to emergencies and support disaster readiness.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and at least five years of experience with tools, equipment and documentation; a combination of education and training is acceptable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; AND five years' work experience with specialized tools and equipment.
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for paving and mix cement.
• Operate hand tools and motor-driven equipment.
• Load/unload trucks and excavate trenches.
• Maintain lawns, shrubs, and park areas.
• Clean gutters, park paths, and restrooms.
• Assist in planting and park maintenance.
• Review work progress and cover acting position.
• Respond to emergency callouts.

Skills

Semi-skilled tasks

Skilled maintenance work

Operate trucks and light equipment

Promote safety programs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Five years' experience with specialized tools

Tools

Jackhammer

Spray rigs

Skip loader

Water truck

Hand tools

Job description

City & Borough of Sitka Alaska is seeking a skilled Maintenance Worker to perform semi-skilled and skilled tasks across city buildings, facilities, and equipment. The role involves paving prep, equipment operation, landscaping, and park maintenance, with opportunities to respond to emergencies and support disaster readiness.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and at least five years of experience with tools, equipment and documentation; a combination of education and training is acceptable.