MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Salary: $63,723.00 - $83,583.00 Annually

Location : IA, IA

Job Type: Full-Time Regular

Job Number: C24-37 (7161)

Department: Polk County Conservation Board

Opening Date: 09/11/2024

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit: N/A

Hours: TBD

Bargaining Unit: Not Applicable

Salary Grade: N/A

Location: Sleepy Hollow Park - 4051 Dean Ave

Under general supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled and manual tasks in the maintenance, repair, custodial care, and inspection, of a County Park system and related facilities and equipment. Performs minor construction duties and assist with the more technical projects. Directs seasonal staff engaged in and participates in these duties as well as other related work as required.

Illustrative Examples of Work

1. Participates in the planning, coordination, and scheduling of work and participates in the maintenance, repair, and care of park grounds, and equipment including recreation areas, playgrounds, tables, fireplaces, camp sites, shelters, fences, roads, and related facilities and equipment. Assures that facilities and grounds are safe and well maintained. Monitors septic systems, lagoons, and pit latrine vaults for needed pumping and maintenance.
2. Performs and directs seasonal workers in the manual laboring tasks of building maintenance. Performs semi-skilled maintenance and repair work in one or more of the following areas: rough and finish carpentry, electrical and plumbing repairs and replacement, interior and exterior painting. Performs repair tasks such as mixing and placing concrete, loading and unloading materials, equipment, and supplies.
3. Operates tractor, skid-loader, dump truck and related equipment to clean and maintain County owned property; performs routine preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment such as checking oil, transmission fluid, and general operating condition.
4. Performs custodial duties in buildings to include but not limited to, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, disinfect lavatories, toilets, and bath facilities. Cleans and dusts furniture, windows, counters, shelving, woodwork, walls and ceilings; clean light fixtures and replaces light bulbs; use and maintain custodial machines and ladders as required.
5. Replenishes, maintains, and requisitions supplies and cleaning materials; delivers supplies to various facilities and maintains inventory of custodial supplies.
6. Performs duties in the exterior of facilities, such as sweeping sidewalks, cleaning debris from grounds, and other grounds clean up as required.
7. Monitors/evaluates facilities/premises to identify required maintenance repair projects and safety hazards; takes immediate action in reporting and correcting any possible hazards.
8. Effectively recommends personnel actions related to selection, performance review, and work schedules and assignments in planning and directing the work of seasonal workers and/or volunteers.
9. Prepares and maintains records and reports including preventative maintenance records, daily work order activity, and equipment and supply inventories. Assists in annual budget preparation.
10. Maintains clean, organized, safe working conditions in shops, break-rooms, offices, and all associated work sites.
11. Performs related duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the standard practices and materials used in the building maintenance trades including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and painting.
• Knowledge and skill in the safe use of hand and power tools including .
• Some knowledge of OSHA safety requirements involving building maintenance and custodial work.
• Knowledge of janitorial cleaning methods/procedures.
• Knowledge of and ability to safely use power- cleaning equipment such as floor scrubbers/buffing machines.
• Knowledge of basic computer use such as e-mail, Microsoft Word, Excel and file management.
• Skill in the use/care of hand tools/equipment used in the building maintenance trades.
• Ability/skill in the safe use of ladders/scaffolding at various heights.
• Ability to plan/layout in proper sequence the tasks required to complete a work project.
• Ability to provide guidance, direction, and instructions to workers.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interpret and work from sketches, drawings, plans and blueprints.
• Ability to perform heavy and varied manual tasks under any type of weather conditions on rough and uneven terrain.
• Ability to lift and carry materials and tools weighing up to 60 lbs and physically transport across rough terrain to remote sites up to ¼ mile from walks/roads.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, representatives of other organizations, volunteers, and the general public.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Training and Experience

• Graduation from high school, or equivalent, and
• Four years experience in building and grounds maintenance/repair including plumbing, electrical, carpentry or
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that will have provided the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Special Requirements

• A criminal background check is required.
• A drug screen is required prior to final offer of employment.
• Candidate must pass a post-employment offer physical examination and physical capacity testing to ensure candidate meets the essential physical requirements of the position.
• A valid State of Iowa Class A commercial driver's license is required within twelve months of hire. CDL training will be sponsored by Polk County Conservation.
• Certification in the operation of forklifts is required within six months of hire.
• Candidate must obtain a Pesticide Applicator License within twelve months of hire.

Polk County is committed to providing a diverse work environment that is representative, at all levels, of the citizens we serve. Equal opportunities are available to all applicants and current employees regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Polk County believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is critical to our success in serving and empowering our community and to our continued commitment to be one of the nation's most innovative public institutions.

Click below for a detailed overview of our benefits package.

01

The ability to obtain/maintain a valid Driver's License issued by the State of Iowa is required. Including maintaining a Class A CDL with airbrake endorsement. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

02

The ability to perform work involving the lifting and carrying of materials weighing 50 - 100 pounds occasionally is required. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

03

We require a cover letter be attached with your application. Have you attached your cover letter?

• Yes
• No

04

We require a resume be attached to your application. Have you attached your resume?

• Yes
• No

05

How many years of experience do you have in management of a public park, including building and grounds maintenance/repair, plumbing, electrical, carpentry?

06

Ability to maintain certification in Forklift operation is required. Are you currently certified?

07

Are you knowledgeable in the materials, methods, practices, and equipment used in the maintenance, repair, and care of park buildings, grounds, and equipment?

08

Are you knowledgeable in the standard practices/materials used in the following: Rough and finish carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting: Select all that apply

• Carpentry
• Electrical
• Plumbing
• Painting
• Concrete
• none of the above

09

Are you knowledgeable in basic computer use such as email, Microsoft Office Word and Excel?

10

Ability to provide guidance, direction, and instructions to workers is required. Are you able to meet this requirement?

11

Knowledge of janitorial cleaning methods/procedures, including the safe operation of power cleaning equipment such as floor scrubbers/buffing machines is required. Can you meet this requirement?

12

Do you have snow-making equipment experience?(preferred experience - not required)

• Yes
• No

13

If you marked "Yes" to snow-making equipment experience How many years of experience do you have?

14

Explain you experience in the snow sports and snow operation industry? Include specifics and years of experience.(preferred experience - not required)

15

Do you have snow grooming equipment experience?(preferred experience - not required)

• Yes
• No

16

Please mark the areas of outdoors experience you have?

• Skiing
• Snowboarding
• Hiking
• Sledding/Tubbing
• Fishing
• Camping
• None

Required Question

Location: Des Moines, IA, US

Posted Date: 9/27/2024