Maintenance Technician

Description The Town is excited to announce five (5) new opportunities for experienced technical and maintenance professionals to join our Grounds team in our Parks and Recreation department.

IMPORTANT DATES

Recruitment closes: Open Until Filled

PARK LOCATIONS & SCHEDULE

Family Frontier Park Schedule:

Tuesday-Saturday | 5/8 shift |

Weekday:

5:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.;

Weekend:

4:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Thursday-Monday | 5/8 shift |

Weekday:

5:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.;

Weekend:

4:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Mansel Carter Oasis Park Schedule:

Tuesday-Saturday | 5/8 shift |

Weekday:

5:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.;

Weekend:

4:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Dessert Mountain Park Schedule:

Monday-Friday | 5/8 shift |

Weekday:

5:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Founders Park Schedule:

Friday-Tuesday | 5/8 shift |

Weekday:

5:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.;

Weekend:

4:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature and not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The specific tasks/duties may vary based on position assignment and as determined by the Town of Queen Creek.

JOB CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY

Positions assigned to this class are responsible for performing semi-skilled parks and grounds preventative maintenance, repair or general maintenance activities.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is an intermediate level parks and grounds maintenance classification in the maintenance and operations job family. Incumbent(s) demonstrate working knowledge of routine work applications and troubleshooting/diagnosis, working independently and referring more complex issues to superiors. Assignments require learned skills and a good technical understanding of the basics. Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The following are intended to describe core work functions of this classification. While the level and broad nature of essential duties may not change, specific work tasks will vary over time depending on the Town's needs. Maintains, repairs, replaces, and installs various types of irrigation systems or hardware, which includes heads, valves, solenoids, pipes, controllers, backflows, quick couplers, and/or other related items; modifies existing irrigation systems. Installs, repairs, replaces, and maintains a variety of fixtures, systems, surfaces, and/or small structures which may include lights, furniture and plumbing; ensures playground equipment meets safety guidelines and other related items. Installs street, caution, and regulatory signs; applies road markings. Operates a variety of light equipment and/or large trucks, which may include dump trucks, mowers, trucks, tractors, and other related equipment. Performs maintenance activities, which may include cleaning equipment, systems, and/or facilities; loading and unloading trucks; cleaning up debris; removing weeds; cutting brush; setting up and removing traffic cones and barricades; and performing other related activities. Performs a variety of grounds maintenance duties in park areas, landscapes, and/or other related areas, including mowing and edging lawns, watering, weeding, and pruning trees, shrubs, and hedges; prepares and maintains athletic fields and courts; assists in maintaining the equestrian center. Applies pesticides and herbicides for the control of pests and plant diseases; performs chemical application, including the handling, mixing, and application of regulated chemicals for weed control programs Investigates and resolves public complaints related to odor, back-ups, insects, signage, traffic signal malfunction, road obstructions and the like; responds to emergency after-hours situations, road closures, storm damage or other incidents. Performs related work as assigned. Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

(at job entry)

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or GED and 2 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of directly related education and experience.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Valid Arizona Driver's License; Following hire, successful completion of the following: Arizona Office of Pest Management Licensed Spray Applicator's Certification within 6 months of hire or promotion date; Five (5) week arborist training class; Eight (8) hours of formal playground safety inspection training; Multiple equipment operation trainings; Numerous minor safety trainings; Maintain all certifications/licenses required at job entry.

Special Requirements:

This position has been identified as a safety-sensitive position by Human Resources, per State and/or Federal Law. Upon conditional offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to undergo testing for alcohol and controlled substances within twenty-four (24) hours of the offer.

KNOWLEDGE

Grass and plant care techniques; Turf management principles; Irrigation system operation, maintenance and repair; Flood control area principles; Landscape horticultural practices; Mowing practices and materials; Athletic field dimensions and maintenance practices; Applicable equipment, safety practices and tools; Identification of weeds/pests and eradication methods; Cleaning chemicals, applications, protective equipment; Detail cleaning techniques, materials used, and personal protective equipment; Occupational hazards and safe work practices. SKILLS Operating grounds maintenance hand and power tools, light and medium equipment, and cleaning equipment; Estimating time and material requirements for assigned projects and activities; Performing routine grounds maintenance activities; Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, and other interested parties sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction. The following is a list of employment benefits offered by the Town of Queen Creek to full-time employees. The list is for informational purposes only. It does not create or connote any contractual rights or obligations. Additional details will be provided upon hire and are available in the Town of Queen Creek Employee Handbook. Major Benefits for Full-Time Employees (Employees choose the benefits that best meet their needs.) Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Pre-tax unreimbursed medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts Arizona State Retirement System membership Short-term and Long-term disability insurance for the employee Town-paid basic life insurance Optional employee-paid employee and dependent supplemental life insurance Commuter life insurance for business travel and travel to and from work Deferred compensation plan (457) with employer match Retirement Health Savings Account Optional enrollment in Identity Protection Program Paid holidays, plus one floating holiday annually Vacation leave hours annually Four weeks of Paid Parental Leave Optional income replacement insurance Worker's compensation insurance Employee assistance program; offers confidential individual/family, marriage, legal and financial counseling Training opportunities and continuing education opportunities, including tuition reimbursement for pre-approved programs Direct deposit of paychecks Wellness Programs with incentives