Listing Summary

This position performs technical duties in the maintenance of City grounds.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
 Performs equipment safety inspections.
 Performs janitorial duties; empties trash cans.
 Maintains athletic fields.
 Operates a variety of vehicles and equipment.
 Maintains City parks and related facilities.
 Performs grounds maintenance duties; mows grass; trims bushes and shrubs; pulls weeds.
 Operates a chainsaw to trim or remove trees.
 Participates in irrigation, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry maintenance and repair duties; makes minor repairs as needed.
 Assists with special City events (i.e. Fourth of July parade/fireworks, Shakerag Arts and Crafts Festival, etc.) and special projects.
 Responds to after-hours and weather-related emergencies.
 Must attend specialized training, including safety training, as required by management.
 Responds in a courteous, timely, and effective manner to the expressed needs, concerns, and expectations of the City’s residents and other customers, both internal and external to the City.
 Performs related duties.
Maintenance Technician I – Grounds Maintenance, Recreation & Special Events
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
 Knowledge of grounds maintenance and repair principles, including general knowledge of plumbing, electrical, irrigation, and mechanical systems.
 Knowledge of department and City policies and procedures.
 Knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance principles.
 Knowledge of safe work policies and procedures.
 Skill in the use of hand and power tools.
 Skill in the use of operating vehicles and related light and medium equipment.
 Skill in problem solving.
 Skill in interpersonal relations.
 Skill in oral communication.
 Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively in a workplace of dignity and respect.