Senior Maintenance Technician

Overview

Under general supervision, oversees and participates in activities related to the construction, modification, maintenance, and repair of City facilities, including buildings, facilities, streets, sidewalks, storm drains, landscaping, and park and recreational facilities; inspects facilities and makes recommendations regarding improvements; monitors contractor work and overall performance; performs related duties as assigned.

The City is seeking an experienced, hands-on, and service-oriented Senior Maintenance Technician to oversee and participate in the maintenance, repair, and improvement of City facilities, infrastructure, and public spaces. This position serves as a lead worker, providing technical guidance and training to staff while ensuring that City assets are maintained safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

The ideal candidate is a knowledgeable and versatile maintenance professional with experience in public works, facilities maintenance, parks maintenance, or municipal operations. Must possess strong technical skills across multiple trades and be fully comfortable leading projects, coordinating contractors, and training employees. Experience with budget oversight and management is essential, including tracking expenditures, forecasting maintenance costs, managing vendor contracts within approved budgets, and identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising service quality.

This individual is self-motivated, organized, and capable of independently assessing maintenance needs, prioritizing work assignments, and implementing effective solutions. They understand the importance of maintaining public infrastructure and facilities in a safe, attractive, and operational condition.

The successful candidate is known for being dependable, resourceful, and customer focused. They build positive relationships with residents, contractors, and coworkers and demonstrate professionalism when responding to service requests, complaints, and community concerns.

• Demonstrates strong leadership skills and leads by example through professionalism, accountability, and a commitment to excellence.
• Fosters a collaborative work environment that promotes teamwork, mutual respect, and shared responsibility for achieving departmental goals.
• Effectively motivates, trains, and mentors staff while encouraging continuous learning and professional development.

• Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with employees, contractors, residents, businesses, and City officials.
• Builds positive working relationships through professionalism, responsiveness, and a customer-service mindset.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and the ability to resolve conflicts, address concerns, and communicate technical information clearly and effectively.

• Exercises sound judgment and independent decision-making when assessing maintenance needs, prioritizing work, and responding to unexpected issues.
• Evaluates situations objectively and develops practical, cost-effective solutions that support operational goals and service delivery.

• Possesses strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to plan, coordinate, and oversee multiple maintenance projects simultaneously.
• Effectively manages resources, schedules, contractors, materials, and staff to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on time.
• Maintains accurate records, work schedules, and project documentation while monitoring progress and performance.

• Demonstrates a strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Promotes accountability through consistent follow-through, attention to detail, and adherence to quality standards.
• Embraces a public service orientation and is dedicated to maintaining City facilities, infrastructure, and public spaces in a manner that enhances community satisfaction and trust.

• Thrives in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities, urgent service requests, and competing demands.
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in responding to operational challenges, emergencies, and evolving community needs.
• Effectively balances multiple priorities while maintaining high-quality service, productivity, and responsiveness.

Education:

Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. Equivalent to completion of twelfth (12th) grade, supplemented by specialized training or coursework in construction, landscape management, or the skilled trades.

Experience:

Four (4) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of a variety of…