Maintenance Technician; Parks

Maintenance Technician

Are you interested in becoming a Maintenance Technician by helping shape the spaces where the community comes to relax, play, and connect? As a vital member of the Parks Division, you will actively contribute to keeping El Mirage's parks safe, beautiful, and ready for a variety of activities, ranging from quiet strolls to community gatherings and events. Whether you're installing and maintaining complex irrigation systems, providing park maintenance and groundskeeping functions, or assisting with the setup for citywide events.

Your work will enhance the lives of El Mirage residents and visitors.

If you take pride in working outdoors, enjoy being part of the team, and are willing to get your hands dirty for a meaningful cause, this could be the perfect job for you

New Hire Salary Range: $21.25- $24.51 per hour

Salary range: $21.25 - $29.75

Employee Benefits Overview:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support health, well-being, and professional growth:

• Health & Wellness:
  Medical, dental, and vision insurance;
  Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Plan (FSA);
  Telemedicine;
  Wellness programs (early detection, lifestyle modification, disease management);
  Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life Insurance:
  Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance, plus supplemental life options
• Retirement:
  Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)-- mandatory program, shared employee/employer contributions
• Supplemental Benefits:
  Employee recognition & reward program;
  Tuition reimbursement;
  Discounted Northwest Valley YMCA membership
• Paid Leave:
  Holidays: 10 City Holidays;
  Vacation: 80 hours per year, increases with length of service;
  Sick Leave: 96 hours per year;
  Service Leave: 10 hours per year

About us:

Welcome to the City of El Mirage Considered the gateway to the Northwest Valley of the Greater Phoenix Metro Area, El Mirage has grown from a small town, dependent on agriculture, to a diverse urban economy with a population of more than 35,000. The City's mission is to enhance the quality of life through leadership, partnerships, and the efficient delivery of outstanding service to our diverse community.

This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature and not an exhaustive list of all duties responsibilities and requirements. The essential duties and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned as determined by the City of El Mirage.

This is the first level in a three-level Maintenance and Operations—Maintenance classification series. It is responsible for performing routine maintenance activities in an assigned area of responsibility, ranging from more basic grounds, equipment, and facilities maintenance to more advanced technical troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of electrical, plumbing, and irrigation systems. This classification level has two competency ranks.

JOB CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY

Job Classification

Title:

Maintenance Technician

Working Title(s):
Maintenance Technician;

FLSA Status: NE

Safety Sensitive:
Yes

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Organizational Role:
Entry/Prescribed;
Paraprofessional-Operational

Supervision Exercised:
None

Budget Authority:
None

Competency Rank(s):
Maintenance Technician

The following is intended to describe the 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 City's needs.

POSITION-SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Performs routine cleaning, grounds maintenance, or basic equipment repairs.
• Operates hand tools and light mechanical/electrical equipment as assigned.
• Inspects premises for safety and cleanliness; identifies repairs needed.
• Operates a motor vehicle to drive to work locations throughout the city.
• Prepares logs and records.
• Maintains compliance with safety requirements, applicable work methods, and procedures.
• Patrols for and removes trash and litter.
• Cleans, disinfects, and sanitizes (park or City) facilities, as assigned.
• Ensures facilities are locked and secure.
• Performs grounds maintenance, including seeding, mowing, fertilizing, watering, and weeding, as assigned.
• Inspects and repairs street signs, roadway striping, and other traffic or right-of-way implements, as assigned.
• Operates street sweeper, as assigned
• Provides scheduled and emergency traffic control setup city-wide
• Inspects and repairs playground equipment, picnic tables, benches, and other park amenities, as assigned.
• Digs trenches or assists with irrigation repairs, as assigned.
• Performs related work as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE

• Standard practices, methods, and materials of assigned work.
• Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices.
• Methods of troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing electrical or mechanical issues, as assigned.
• Use of and properties of supplies and equipment.
• Safe driving practices and the geography of the city.
• Maintaining maintenance logs and records.
• Basic math to calculate…