Maintenance Technician EO1 / Engagement Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

Maintenance Technician EO1 / Engagement 
Salary $41,939.00

• $61,232.00 Annually Location Raleigh, NC Job Type Full-Time Job Number 2025-00374 Department PRCR
• Parks-Engagement Opening Date 04/17/2025 Closing Date 5/1/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Work Hours Monday
• Friday; 7:00 am
• 3:30 pm Hiring Range $41,939.00
• $47,231.

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Job Description The City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department (PRCR) mission is “Together we connect and enrich our community through exceptional experiences.”

About You:

The ideal candidate must be self-motivated and can work alone and as part of a team. The primary role for this position is to operate equipment safely and efficiently to complete landscape maintenance and turf maintenance tasks within the Destination Parks division. This team is composed of four parks, including Dix Park, Pullen Park, John Chavis Memorial Park, and the Raleigh Rose Garden.

About Us:

PRCR plays a leading role in the quality of life and character of the Capital City. A wide range of facilities and programs spread over 220 parks and 120 miles of trails supports the social, cultural, mental, and physical well-being of the citizens. The Parks Department is committed to hiring all kinds of talent to build a diverse workforce and is guided by the vision of Bringing People to Parks and Parks to People. Dix Park is one of the newest parks in the City of Raleigh Parks system and consists of 308 acres currently in the developmental phase. Dix Park consists of the Greg Poole, Jr. All Faiths Chapel, the Flower Cottage, the Stone Houses, and the Gipson Play Plaza, that is tentatively scheduled to open in the spring of 2025. Pullen Park, the first public park in North Carolina established in 1887, is the 5th oldest operating amusement park in the United States. Sitting on more than 66 rolling acres Pullen Park is comprised of several historic and popular destination sites. The Raleigh Rose Garden boasts over 1200 roses and 60 varieties with hybrid teas, floribundas, grandifloras, miniatures, and antiques. It is a popular site for weddings and shares the property with the Raleigh Little Theatre and outdoor amphitheater. John Chavis Memorial Park, located in the heart of downtown, consists of a new central plaza with an integrated water feature, renovated former carousel house, and a large playground for variety of ages and abilities. The existing park amenities also include a historic Herschell carousel, baseball field, outdoor walking track with multipurpose field and 3 picnic shelters.

Work Hours:

This position has working hours Monday to Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm year-round. This position can also be requested for weekend and holiday assistance as needed to support programs and special events. Duties and Responsibilities Safely and efficiently operate a range of grounds maintenance equipment including mowers, tractors, bobcats, backhoes and all other equipment related to grounds maintenance and improvements
Perform general repair and maintenance of various small area parks within the City of Raleigh, including litter pickup, mowing, mulching, leaf removal, pruning, planting and other miscellaneous duties
Participate in equipment maintenance including changing and sharpening blades, checking oil, cleaning air filters, greasing, small mower repairs, etc.
Prepare and grade terrain, seeding and sodding lawns, prepping and planting of flowerbeds, trees, shrubs and perennials
Operate automotive equipment in transporting personnel and equipment to and from work sites or set destinations
Inspect assigned equipment for mechanical readiness and safety
Operate moderately complex equipment on a relief, training or occasional basis
Assist City in cleanup and repair during inclement weather situations
Grease, oil and perform minor repairs on equipment

Typical Qualifications Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or GED and two years of maintenance experience related to assignment OR An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation. Licensing and Certifications Valid North Carolina Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire
Valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire

Additional Information Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Proficiency in performing tasks related to grounds maintenance
Plants new and repairs established lawns using sod, seed mixtures and fertilizers
Standard practices, methods and materials of assigned work
Basic mathematical concepts
Basic filing and record-keeping principles
Perform special tasks during emergency and disaster events
Proficient in computers and data entry into smartphone applications

ADA and Other Requirements:

Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Heavy Work:

Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in both the field and in an indoor office environment with moderate exposure to atmospheric conditions (such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, etc.); moderate exposure to environmental conditions (such as disruptive people, imminent danger, or a threatening environment); and frequent exposure to intense noise.

Note:

This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position. Employer
City of Raleigh North Carolina
Address
222 W. Hargett St. Raleigh, North Carolina, 27601