Maintenance Technician II - 955 (Parks & Recreation)

Posting Number 3672P Position Title Maintenance Technician II - 955 (Parks & Recreation) Department Parks & Recreation Job Code 2398 FLSA Status Non-Exempt Union Code/Affiliation Local 955 Division PMC Job Description Summary

The purpose of this job is to perform maintenance and construction work at City of Columbia Parks and Recreation buildings, aquatic facilities and parks. Conduct routine maintenance on facility HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems and/or perform a variety of construction trades including carpentry, concrete work, roofing and masonry work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities - The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description

• Performs electrical and plumbing work: installs and replaces fixtures, switches, receptacles, and wiring; and repair faucets, commodes, water heaters, and valves.
• Performs heating, ventilation, and air conditioning work; repairs and installs heating and air conditioning units.
• Conducts preventative maintenance on HVAC equipment, plumbing, electrical fixtures, concessions equipment, various piping, pumps and motors.
• Maintains public pools by monitoring pool chemistry and repairing pool steps, stands and slides.
• Operates a wide variety of light, medium and heavy equipment associated with the construction trades.
• Loads and unloads cleaning supplies, special event materials, and equipment.
• Researches and procures materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Maintains detailed and accurate records.
• Provides customer service to patrons.
• Trains staff and volunteers as assigned; conducts public outreach. Participates in continuing education and training as required.
• Assists with snow removal during inclement weather.
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No supervisory authority. Work may require providing guidance and training to others.

Human Collaboration and Job Impact - This area describes the personal interaction with others outside direct reporting relationships as well as the impact the job has on organization, the department or unit objectives, the output of services, or employee or public satisfaction

• Work may require providing advice to others outside direct reporting relationships on specific problems or general policies. Contact may require the consideration of different points of view to reach agreement. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas.
• Interactions have limited impact on the organization in terms of time, money, or public/employee relations.

Fiscal Responsibility

• Position has no fiscal responsibility.

Education and Experience - An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent. Associate or technical degree in related field preferred.
• 1 to 3 years of related experience.

Licenses or Certifications

• Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with no air brake restriction within 6 months of hire.
• Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certification.
• Aquatic Facility Operator license within 6 months of hire.
• Missouri general certificate in plumbing, electrical and HVAC strongly desired.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position

Knowledge of:

• Electrical controls, aquatic systems and equipment, HVAC systems and commercial plumbing and related fixtures.
• Standard hand tools, industrial and power tools such as floor buffer, scissor lift, vacuums, and drills.

Skill in:

• Estimating time and materials needed to complete jobs.
• Communicating verbally and in writing to meet the needs of the audience.
• Operating hand and power tools in a safe and efficient manner.
• Operating motorized equipment such as skid steer, mini excavator, and tractors.
• Providing high levels of effective customer service.

Ability to:

• Work from blueprints, plans, and sketches.
• Handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Receive and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, volunteer groups, and the general public.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Work independently and as a member of a team.
• Focus on tasks.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Ability to work on-call and respond at all hours of the day/night.

Work Environment - Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job

Work Environment:

• Outdoor environment - Outdoor environment - Frequently or Often
• Street environment (near moving traffic) - Sometimes
• Construction site - Sometimes
• Confined space - Sometimes
• Vehicle - Frequently or Often
• Warehouse environment - Sometimes
• Shop environment - Sometimes
• Right of way environment - Sometimes
• Heights - Sometimes

Exposures:

• Individuals who are hostile or irate - Sometimes
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees - Frequently/Often
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees) - Frequently/Often
• Communicable diseases - Sometimes
• Moving mechanical parts - Frequently or Often
• Fumes or airborne particles - Frequently or Often
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances - Frequently or Often
• Loud noises (85+ decibels) - Frequently or Often

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• This position involves frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards and majority of work is performed outside or with exposure to risk.
• Incumbents may be required to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
• Incumbents regularly required to feel attributes of objects, grasp, push, stand, walk, drive, reach with hands/arms, stoop/kneel/crouch/crawl, climb/balance, operate mechanical equipment, and move up and down from/to sitting position on the ground.

Hours/Days

Position hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, with varying weekend and on-call responsibilities.

Starting Salary $22.47 - $27.63 hourly ($46,727 - $57,475 annually) Pay Grade 107 Number of Positions Available 1 Deadline to Apply 10/07/2024 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

The Maintenance Technician II performs maintenance and light construction work in the City of Columbia Parks and Recreation's parks and facilities. The primary focus of this maintenance technician position will be to conduct routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems throughout the park system. An ideal candidate will have experience related to commercial HVAC systems. During the winter months, when there is inclement weather, this position will assist with snow removal. This position also performs other related duties as assigned.

Candidates will be expected to obtain their Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) license within six months of hire so they can successfully perform work to maintain pools and spray grounds by monitoring pool chemistry and repairing associated equipment.

Candidates should possess or obtain a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License within six months of hire, and maintain an excellent driving record.

This position is full-time with benefits with an annual salary range of $46,727 - $57,475 ($22.47 - $27.63 hourly).

Position hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, with varying weekend and on-call responsibilities.

Notice to Applicants

Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call 573.874.CITY (2489)

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THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: MALE / FEMALE

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