Maintenance Technician - Plumbing

Posted 2 days ago

city of st josephSt Joseph (MO)

Maintenance and Repair Workers, General Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions

SENIORITY

Mid

SALARY

$38,987.00 yr

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About the role

JOB TITLE: Maintenance Technician (Plumbing)

DEPARTMENT: Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities DIVISION: Park Maintenance SALARY: $38,987.00 yr. / $18.74375 hr.

CLOSING DATE: Until filled

Job Summary/Scope Performs difficult general maintenance work on park amenities, grounds and facilities. May be assigned intermittent supervisory responsibilities involving small work crews.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for plumbing and HVAC systems and components.
Opens parks and stabilize all plumbing for Spring & Summer months.
Closes parks and winterizes all plumbing for Winter months.
Checks and maintains the parks, drinking fountains, water lines, hose bibs and restroom facilities.
Checks and maintains heating/cooling systems, boilers, water heaters and air conditioning units.
Checks and maintains the swimming pool water systems by calibrating and monitoring the proper chemical balance of the pools.
Checks and maintains parks irrigation systems.
Installs new equipment and amenities.
Repairs and renovates all existing amenities, facilities, and grounds.
Operates equipment such as mowers, trucks, tractors, chainsaws, forklift, bobcat, boom truck and other equipment used in the maintenance of parks. Other Duties and Responsibilities
Secures all park facilities and buildings as necessary.
Prepares material lists and order supplies for work projects.
Performs inspections of park facilities.
May be required to work with or supervise inmates.
Performs all other duties as assigned. Employee Behavior and Conduct

City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest and respectful. Required (Essential)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of plumbing, HVAC, welding and electrical.
Working knowledge of heating and air conditioning systems along with boilers, pumps, and motors.
Working knowledge of pool systems and water chemical balance.
Skills in planning, organizing, and directing crews, operation of trucks, tractors, mowers, chainsaws, forklift, bobcat, boom truck and other equipment used in park maintenance.
Knowledge of general park maintenance procedures.
Knowledge of department rules and regulations.
Ability to work flexible hours, which will include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to communicate effectively with subordinates and the general public.
Ability to follow oral and/or written instructions.
Must attend a work release supervisor training class annually.
One or more years of prior experience required to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver's license (CDL) preferred. Material and Equipment Directly Used
Operates a variety of equipment used in routine maintenance, including mowers, trucks, tractors, chainsaws, forklift, bobcat, boom truck and other equipment used in the maintenance of parks. There may be times when use of personal vehicle may be required. Working Environment/Physical Requirements

Majority of work is performed in an outdoor setting where weather conditions can vary from extreme heat and cold, with high levels of dust, dirt, fumes, and noise. Physical activity includes prolonged standing, bending, stooping, lifting, walking and uses arms and hands frequently. Must have the ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 to 75 pounds and assist in lifting objects weighing in excess of 100 pounds. Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes. Vacation and other leave scheduling shall be requested of and approved by the appropriate supervisor. Education High school diploma or equivalent required. Journeyman Plumbing License Preferred. All applicants must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment. Any job offer made by the City is contingent upon the applicant passing the drug screening and background check. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The City is a governmental entity subject to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which requires that otherwise qualified handicapped individuals be protected from discrimination.

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