Maintenance Technician- Recreation & Parks

City of Hilliard; Hilliard (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Hilliard seeks a Maintenance Technician for the Parks Maintenance Division. This role involves operating equipment, performing maintenance tasks, and ensuring safety measures. Ideal candidates will have mechanical knowledge and a valid CDL. Competitive hourly pay with wage progression.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and Ohio Class A CDL required within 6 months.
• Flexibility to work on-call, 24 hours for emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Operate motorized vehicles and equipment for maintenance tasks.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on various systems.
• Respond to emergency repairs on-call, 24/7.

Skills

Communication

Mechanical knowledge

Initiative

Manual dexterity

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Motorized equipment

Job description

City of [City Name] - Maintenance Technician

The City is recruiting for a Maintenance Technician who would work in our Parks Maintenance Division.

This position falls under the USW union contract. The starting hourly pay is $22.033, with a structured wage progression outlined below, as per the City’s contract with the United Steelworkers (2022-2024). Please note that the contract is currently under negotiation.

1. Starting hourly wage: $22.033 / $45,828 annually
2. Step 2 (after 12 months): $24.347 / $50,642 annually
3. Step 3 (after 24 months): $26.662 / $55,456 annually
4. Step 4 (after 36 months): $28.976 / $60,271 annually
5. Step 5 (after 48 months): $31.291 / $65,085 annually
6. Step 6 (after 60 months): $33.605 / $69,899 annually

Job Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Athletic Field Manager, the Maintenance Technician performs a wide range of maintenance tasks, often working alone or as part of a crew. Activities include heavy physical labor, operation of motorized equipment, and outdoor work in various weather conditions. Responsibilities include:

• Operating various motorized vehicles and equipment, such as dump trucks, backhoes, loaders, and mowers.
• Utilizing hand tools for maintenance and repair tasks.
• Using mobile devices for work orders, record-keeping, and communication.
• Maintaining and repairing city vehicles and equipment.
• Conducting inventory and requisitioning supplies.
• Supporting special events with traffic control and debris removal.
• Implementing safety measures, including barricades and traffic control devices.
• Cleaning and inspecting sewer lines, monitoring wastewater facilities.
• Performing landscape maintenance, planting, watering, and groundskeeping.
• Maintaining parks, paths, and sports fields.
• Performing preventative maintenance and repairs on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and other systems.
• Carpentry, masonry, painting, and drywall work.
• Electrical repairs for streetlights, traffic signals, and lift stations.
• Fabrication, installation, and repair of traffic signs.
• Setting up work zones and maintaining job sites.
• Operating CDL and non-CDL equipment.
• Assisting with custodial duties at city facilities.
• Responding to emergency repairs on-call, 24/7.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Operational knowledge of mechanical, electronic, and motorized equipment.
• Experience with construction and maintenance methods, materials, and tools.
• Initiative and responsibility to work efficiently with or without supervision.
• Safe and correct use of hand and power tools.
• Understanding of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to complete work orders and reports.
• Manual dexterity for a variety of tasks.
• Effective communication and courteous interaction with the public and colleagues.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license and Ohio Class A CDL with Tanker and Air Brake endorsements (must be obtained within 6 months of employment).
• Flexibility to work on-call, 24 hours for emergencies.