Public Works Maintenance Technician I

Town of Riverdale Park; Riverdale Park (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Riverdale Park is seeking dependable, safety-minded Maintenance Technician I/II to maintain streets, facilities, parks, and public spaces. Work may require emergency, overtime, and weekend hours; Level placement dependent on experience and licenses. CDL requirements apply at Level II.

Position supports snow removal, grounds maintenance, and operation of town vehicles and equipment. Equal opportunity employer with safety-focused culture and dedicated team supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A combination of education, training, and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the work.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, perform basic math, use sound judgment, and work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions and to report for emergency operations when required.
• Maintenance Technician II only: valid Maryland Class A or Class B CDL at appointment. The employee must maintain the required CDL, endorsements, and medical qualification throughout employment in the Level II position.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, buildings, parks, signs, planters, tree boxes, stormwater inlets, and other public infrastructure.
• Support snow and ice removal, storm response, traffic control, special events, and other emergency operations.
• Perform grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming, pruning, planting, watering, weeding, litter removal, and related work.
• Clean and maintain public facilities, restrooms, work areas, tools, vehicles, and equipment.
• Operate Town vehicles, hand and power tools, and assigned construction or maintenance equipment within the limits of training and licensure.
• Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections and promptly report unsafe conditions, damage, or maintenance needs.
• Set up and maintain safe work zones and follow all safety procedures and personal protective equipment requirements.
• Interact professionally with residents, coworkers, contractors, and the public, and perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Town of Riverdale Park is seeking dependable, safety-minded Maintenance Technician I/II to maintain streets, facilities, parks, and public spaces. Work may require emergency, overtime, and weekend hours; Level placement dependent on experience and licenses. CDL requirements apply at Level II.

Position supports snow removal, grounds maintenance, and operation of town vehicles and equipment. Equal opportunity employer with safety-focused culture and dedicated team supervision.