Maintenance Specialist
Salary
$23.01 - $28.47 Hourly
Location
Davenport, IA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2040
Department
Public Works
Division
Facilities Maintenance
Opening Date
05/27/2026
Closing Date
6/10/2026 11:59 PM Central
Union
Teamsters
Definition
Under general supervision performs work of moderate difficulty as a semi-skilled worker in the installation, maintenance and repair of municipal facilities and equipment; and performs related work as required.
Starting hourly rate | $23.01 6 Months | $23.39
The City of Davenport offers a comprehensive benefit package. The cost for a family plan for medical, dental, vision and prescription is only $98.61 per month for 2026 and starts on first day of employment.
The City also offers the following benefits (subject to change):
Examples Of Duties
Makes routine repairs on plumbing, electrical and utility fixtures in buildings or on grounds; replaces faucets, valves and fixtures; rewires switches and lamps; repairs boilers, air conditioners and space heating units.
Makes periodic inspections of facilities to identify needed repairs; monitors the operation of equipment and fixtures.
Fabricates partitions, structures and displays using hand and power tools; performs general facility installation, painting, cleaning, maintenance and repair work as required.
Performs manual labor required in excavation, clearing, snow removal, construction or grounds maintenance; keeps accurate records of materials used and work performed.
Qualifications
Successful completion of vocational or high school level courses in electrical work, plumbing, maintenance, construction or related craft areas, or two years experience as a semi-skilled maintenance or repair person; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain throughout duration of employment.
Must pass a background check and physical as prescribed by the City of Davenport.
Must reside in Iowa or Illinois within two (2) years of hire and maintain residency throughout the duration of employment.
Knowledge and Skills
Considerable Knowledge of:
Types and uses of tools, materials and equipment used in construction and maintenance work.
Techniques and procedures of routine mechanical, electrical, plumbing, grounds care, painting, carpentry, masonry and other craft work.
Occupational hazards and safety precautions.
Considerable Skill in:
Understanding and following written and oral instructions.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with associates and the public.
Working Skill in:
Keeping records of work performed, and time and materials used.
Performing work under adverse weather conditions.
Operating and caring for the tools needed in maintenance work.
MEDICAL 2021:
DENTAL 2021:
VISION 2021:
01
Do you possess a valid drivers license?
02
Do you understand the starting hourly rate of $23.01 is non-negotiable?
03
Does your application include experiences, certifications, and/or drivers license information which would demonstrate that you meet ALL required minimum qualifications for this position as listed in the job posting? In describing your experience, please be clear and specific, we will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Omission of this information may result in your elimination from the process.
Required Question
Employer City of Davenport
Address 226 West Fourth Street
Davenport, Iowa, 52801
Phone 563-326-7711
Website https://davenportiowa.com/hr