Maintenance Technician

City of St. Joseph•Saint Joseph, MO

11h•Hybrid

About The Position

Performs general maintenance tasks for City Hall and responds to directions from direct supervisor or designee. This role involves a variety of general maintenance duties including cleaning, painting, plumbing, masonry, general carpentry repairs, and minor repairs to boilers, plumbing, and air conditioners. The position is also responsible for maintaining the exterior grounds and landscaping of City Hall, in cooperation with the Parks Maintenance Division, which includes tasks such as mowing, trimming, watering, weeding, litter removal, sidewalk sweeping, and snow/ice removal. Additionally, the role requires maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the City Hall basement and elevators, assembling furniture, handling deliveries, and collecting/transporting recyclables.

Requirements

Three years related work experience required.
Valid driver’s license required.
High School diploma or equivalent required.
Must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment.

Nice To Haves

Skills in general facility maintenance, inventory and supply.
Ability to troubleshoot building maintenance problems and resolve issues.
Ability to perform tasks with minimum supervision.
Ability to monitor HVAC system and boiler and follow directions.
Knowledge of electrical and plumbing repairs.
Knowledge of air conditioning, boiler/burner operations, lighting systems and cleaning chemicals, along with other basic equipment found in the office environment and exterior of building including motorized equipment and power tools.
Thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and corresponding safety precautions necessary for the safe performance in using equipment to complete assigned tasks.
Ability to respond to communications after working hours if needed.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

Performs general maintenance for City Hall.
Participates in cleaning, painting, plumbing, masonry, and general carpentry repairs.
Performs minor repairs to boilers, plumbing, and air conditioners.
Maintains proper supplies and equipment for required duties.
Maintains the exterior grounds and landscaping of City Hall, including mowing, trimming, watering, weeding, cleaning grounds of litter, sweeping sidewalks, and snow/ice removal.
Maintains the cleanliness and organization of the basement of City Hall.
Moves furniture and equipment and performs set-ups for events and other activities.
Reports need for major building repairs to direct supervisor and assists in identifying sources for materials, including making vendor contacts.
Maintains the cleanliness and aesthetics of the elevators.
Collects and transports recyclables to City’s recycling facility.
Assembles furniture or other equipment as needed.
Handles deliveries accordingly.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.