Technician I - Park Facility Maintenance

City of Harrisonburg; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement (VRS & MissionSquare)

Life insurance

Paid leave

15.5 holidays

Job summary

City of Harrisonburg seeks a Technician I in Park Facility Maintenance to service and repair park facilities and equipment, ensuring safety and accessibility for the public.

Responsibilities include general building maintenance across trades, tool operation, and participation in snow removal. Requires 18+ and a high school diploma or GED, with CDL-B within six months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1–3 years in building trades.
• Valid driver's license; CDL Class B required within six months.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Repair doors, windows, floors, walls, roofs, lighting, plumbing fixtures and furnishings.
• Install cabinetry, shelving, tile, ceilings, sidewalks and fixtures.
• Operate and maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment; perform basic preventive maintenance.
• Assist snow and ice removal and respond to work orders professionally.

Skills

Hands-on skills

Building trades knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL Class B license within 6 months

Job description

Are you searching for a rewarding opportunity where you can use your hands-on skills? If so, consider applying to the City of Harrisonburg's Parks & Recreation Department as a Technician I in Park Facility Maintenance, where you'll help maintain safe, attractive, and well-functioning parks, facilities, and recreational spaces.

The Technician I - Park Facility Maintenance is a full-time position with benefits and a preferred hiring range of $20.45 - $22.50 per hour (equivalent to $42,536 - $46,800 annually).

Applicants who do not meet the qualifications for the Technician I level may be considered for another level within the department at an annual rate commensurate with applicant qualifications.

Preferred Hiring Ranges:

• Journeyman: $19.54 - $21.00 per hour (equivalent to $40,643 - $43,680 annually)


• Technician I: $20.45 - $22.50 per hour (equivalent to $42,536 - $46,800 annually)

In this Technician I position in Park Facility Maintenance, you'll perform general building maintenance and repairs, including carpentry, painting, roofing, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, masonry, welding, and appliance maintenance. Key responsibilities include repairing doors, windows, floors, walls, roofs, lighting, plumbing fixtures, furnishings, and other building components; installing items such as cabinetry, shelving, tile, ceilings, sidewalks, and fixtures; and helping ensure facilities remain safe, functional, and welcoming for employees and the public. The successful candidate will also operate and maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment; complete basic preventive maintenance and minor repairs; perform vehicle and equipment inspections; support snow and ice removal operations; assist other skilled trades as needed; and respond professionally to assigned work orders while accurately documenting completed work.

A detailed list of the ideal candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is available in the Technician I class specification.

Minimum Requirements for the Technician I Level:

• High school diploma or GED and moderate (1-3 years) experience in one of the building trades, maintenance, repair, and/or construction work. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be used to meet this requirement.


• Valid driver's license. Virginia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B required within six (6) months of hire. Paid, on-the-job training will be provided for CDL attainment.


• At least 18 years of age.


• Click here to view the physical requirements for this position.

Interested in a career with Parks and Recreation but don't meet all of the minimum requirements above for the Technician I level?

All applicants will be considered, for the level in which they qualify, at a rate commensurate with qualifications as stated above in this ad.

The selected candidate for this position will be subject to the following screenings and must receive satisfactory results:

• Alcohol and drug testing as required by the Department of Transportation's Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA);


• FMCSA Clearinghouse Query;


• DMV record review;


• Job-specific physical; and


• Criminal background investigation.

The City provides an excellent benefits package including health insurance, retirement (VRS & MissionSquare), life insurance, paid leave and 15.5 holidays.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The City of Harrisonburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.