Police Maintenance Technician

This position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

To ensure the cleanliness, safety, functionality, and readiness of Police Department facilities and vehicles through effective maintenance, repair, and support services. Work schedule is part-time (up to 29 hours per week) with morning and afternoon working hours.

• Works under the general supervision of the Police Chief
• No supervision exercised

To perform this job successfully, an employee must report to work on a timely and regular basis and be able to perform each essential function. The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be assigned.

The duties listed below are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

• Cleans floors, restrooms, lobby, furniture, windows, and surfaces
• Manages trash disposal and custodial supply inventory
• Maintains cleanliness in specialized areas like evidence processing and garages
• Identifies building maintenance issues and schedules routine HVAC, electrical, and structural work with vendors
• Notifies Police Chief of any major repairs or additions to building operating systems
• Clears snow using a shovel or snow blower and applies de-icing agents around buildings
• Follows procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors, furniture, or fixtures
• Orders supplies and equipment for cleaning and maintenance
• Cleans, inspects, and performs minor maintenance on police vehicles, and coordinates repairs with Public Works or local service providers
• Sets up, moves, and takes down tables, chairs, and desks for meetings or events
• Assists with non-sworn departmental operations and community programs
• Participates on the City’s Safety Committee to help identify and mitigate workplace hazards

• Commitment to maintaining security, cleanliness, and operational readiness of police facilities and equipment
• Working knowledge of custodial practices, including safe handling of cleaning agents
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, maintain accurate records of maintenance work, and report issues to supervisory staff promptly
• Ability to safely and effectively operate hand and power tools for facility and vehicle maintenance tasks
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and work independently with minimal supervision
• Physical ability to perform manual labor including lifting and moving tables, chairs, and desks or equipment, climbing ladders, and operating snow removal equipment
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to determine and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs
• Ability to establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• 2 years of experience in building maintenance, custodial services, or a related field
• Must pass background investigation
• Valid Driver’s License

• General knowledge of building systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural components
• Experience in a municipal or law enforcement setting

• Not eligible for benefits
• Eligible for Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)
• Eligible for PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association)