Maintenance Technician 2

Job Description The Maintenance Technician 2 is responsible for performing a variety of park labor duties to maintain and/or repair park properties and equipment. Maintenance Technicians are responsible for performing the duties outlined in this analysis. Maintenance Technicians are full-time employees, and work is performed at a moderate, constant pace, but may vary slightly depending on the demands of the job required.  Maintenance Technicians may perform duties in the medium heavy work level (lifting 75 lbs. frequently).

Qualifications: Must be 18 years of age, High School graduate with a minimum of two years’ experience in park district maintenance or a related field is required.  Basic knowledge and experience in grounds or facility maintenance is required.  An operator’s license for application of herbicides is required within 90 days after employment begins. Certified Pool Operator experience is preferred, but if not, certification must be obtained within six months of hire. Must have a valid Illinois driver license with no revocation or suspension within the last three years.  A pre-placement physical is required.

Immediate Supervisor: Maintenance Technicians are directly responsible to the Superintendent of Parks and Facilities and/or Parks Foreman.

Essential Functions:

• Mowing park district turf.
• Operation of park district vehicles and machinery.
• General road repair: asphalt patching.
• Turf maintenance – fertilizing, seeding, aerating, weed eradicating.
• Snow and ice removal.
• Planting and trimming of trees and shrubs.
• Maintenance of outdoor winter facilities.
• Repairing and installing park and playground equipment and site amenities.
• Sports field preparation including dragging, rolling and marking lines.
• Removing all garbage and refuse materials from parks and facilities.
• Repair and routine maintenance of two outdoor pools, which includes keeping accurate records.
• Positive interaction and cooperation with all staff and the public.
• Routine parks, facilities, and equipment cleaning maintenance and repairs.
• Participation in the Park District Safety Program and its directives.
• Perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the District’s safety program. Using good safety awareness and judgement.
• Meets and deals with the public in a professional, helpful and pleasant manner. Acts as a good will ambassador for the District at all times.
• Maintains a professional, cooperative working relationship with other staff members.
• Must be available by district cell phone.
• Special projects may include electrical, plumbing, construction or other areas outside of the Maintenance 2  job description.

 

Marginal Functions:

• Assisting landscape specialists and contractors with horticulture tasks.
• Assisting project specialists with repair of park buildings, roofs, doors, windows and electrical or plumbing work.
• Works with vendors to order supplies and write purchase orders.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Psychological Considerations: Worker must work closely with co-workers.  Worker must work around general population/park patrons in public areas. Worker must work under supervision and direction of superiors.

Physiological Considerations: Worker may be exposed to chemicals i.e. fertilizers, herbicides, cleaning materials, etc.

Environmental Considerations: Worker is exposed to outside weather conditions a majority of the time, including extreme heat and cold, snow, rain and ice.  Protective clothing is required as follows: earplugs, ear covers, helmets, respirators, safety goggles/glasses, back supporter belts, leather type work boots, protective gloves, disposable chemical coveralls.

Cognitive Considerations: Worker must be able to follow directions from supervisor with safe follow through.  Worker must use good safety awareness and judgment.

 

Benefits: Compensation: Non-Exempt Salary range of $45,000 – $65,000.

 

Employee Benefits: Excellent benefits package, including paid holidays and time off, health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, voluntary life insurance options, a defined benefit pension plan (IMRF), pool and gym membership, and opportunities to participate in recreational programs at free or reduced costs.

 

 

Revised 8/2024