City of Litchfield Park Maintenance Technician I PART-TIME Regular POSITION BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE JOB: Incumbents perform journey level maintenance and/or operational activities in assigned area of responsibility. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, typical duties may include troubleshooting problems; providing customer service; operating and maintaining a wide variety of tools and equipment; and, compiling data and preparing logs; participating in the design of maintenance and operations systems; programming irrigation systems; and/or, performing other related activities. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent. The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS |
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| Performs manual labor, journey level maintenance and/or operational activities in assigned area of responsibility. Performs a variety of concrete and/or asphalt maintenance and repair activities. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. | | Performs various ground maintenance work including mowing/edging lawns, watering, weeding, and pruning trees, shrubs, and hedges; maintains and modifies existing irrigation systems. Applies pesticides and herbicides for the control of pests and plant diseases. | | Installs, replaces, and maintains a variety of fixtures, systems, and/or small structures, which may include changing and putting up lights; repairing plumbing fixtures; ensuring playground equipment meets safety guidelines; sanding benches and tables; repairing holes in walls; and other related items. | | Participates in the design of maintenance and operations systems; programming irrigation systems; and/or performing other related activities. | | Cleans equipment and debris; loads and unloads trucks; sets up traffic cones and barricades. | | Monitors and maintains inventory and supplies. Applies inventory maintenance principles when maintaining assigned tools and equipment. | | Follows and provides direction to meet standards, attention to detail in assignments, prioritizing and organizing workload. Complies with federal, state and local laws, codes regulations (based on assignment). | | Demonstratives positive internal and external customer service. Maintains an effective working relationship with City staff and the public. | | Assists in setting up facilities for meetings and/or events. | | Operates a variety of motorized vehicles and related equipment. |
JOB REQUIREMENTS |
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| Formal Education/ Knowledge | Work requires knowledge of applicable vehicle and equipment operation standards, safety principles/practices, and occupational hazards. High school diploma or GED equivalency. | | Experience | Minimum of two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in area of responsibility. | | Certifications and Other Requirements | Valid Driver’s License. Licenses contingent upon assignment: Pesticide Applicator, Commercial Driver License (CDL), Backflow Prevention Specialist Certification or other license(s) as needed. | | Reading | Work requires the ability to read and comprehend reference books, manuals and related materials. | | Math | Work requires the ability to perform general math calculations. | | Writing | Work requires the ability to clearly construct written communication and email correspondence. | | Managerial | Job/position has no responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. | | Policy/Decision Making | Moderate - The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results. There is some opportunity for discretion when making selections among a few easily identifiable choices. Work involving discretion is typically reviewed before finalized. | | Technical Skills | Broad Application - Work requires a comprehensive, practical knowledge of a technical field with use of analytical judgment and decision-making abilities. | | Interpersonal/Human Relations Skills | Moderate - Interactions may involve support of controversial positions. Contacts may also involve stressful, negative interactions requiring high levels of tact and the ability to respond to aggressive interpersonal interactions. |
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids: | Various equipment, including but not limited to: Engine diagnostic, welder, cutting torches, jack stands, hydraulic lifts, tire mounting and balancing, bench mounting devices, grinder, battery tester, compressor, chain saw and other various hand equipment/power tools. |
Computer Equipment and Software: | Various computer equipment and software, including but not limited to: Telephone, desktop computer, laptop computer, tablets, printers, various Microsoft Office Products, payroll system, departmental software. |
Environmental Factors: Environmental Conditions | Never | Seasonally | Several Times Per Month | Several Times Per Week | Daily | Extreme temperature
(heat, cold, extreme temp. changes from outside work) | | X | | | | Wetness and/or humidity
(bodily discomfort from moisture) | | X | | | | Respiratory hazards
(fumes, gases, chemicals, dust and dirt) | | | | | X | Noise and vibration
(sufficient to cause hearing loss) | | | | | X | Physical hazards
(high voltage, dangerous machinery) | | | | | X |
Overall Strength Demands: Very Heavy: Exerting over 100 pounds occasionally, 50-100 pounds frequently,
or from 20 up to 50 pounds constantly. REQUIRED: BACKGROUND CHECK, DRUG SCREENING, PHYSICAL Basic (nDOT), and MVR WORK SCHEDULE is mornings only: - During the Spring/Summer the morning schedule is Mon. - Fri. 5:30am - 9:30am
- During the Fall/Winter the morning schedule is Mon. - Fri. 6:30am - 10:30am
*THIS POSITION IS PART-TIME Regular AT 19 HOURS PER WEEK AND PROVIDES NO BENEFITS AND NO PAID HOLIDAYS.
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