Maintenance Technician - Parks & Recreation

Temple Texas • Temple, TX

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About The Position

Maintenance Technician, under the general supervision of the Foreman, maintains all City parks and amenities. This role may require on call/after-hours work including weekends & holidays. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Performs routine maintenance and repairs on all city parks and amenities, including playgrounds, pavilions, restrooms, trails, recreation centers, parking areas, shade structures, and exercise machines Inspects park properties and equipment daily, documenting findings, identifying maintenance needs, and reporting issues to supervisor Maintains accurate records of equipment checks and work orders Removes litter and trash from all city parks to ensure cleanliness Assists with construction and fabrication projects as assigned Supports city and private special events, including setup, teardown, and cleanup Serves as an essential worker, responding as needed during business closures to meet operational requirements Follows City policies, procedures, and safety guidelines Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year of experience in maintenance, construction, carpentry, or related field
• Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) years of experience in maintenance, construction, or related field
• Two (2) years of experience welding, carpentry, basic plumbing, pesticide application, and / or irrigation

Responsibilities

• Performs routine maintenance and repairs on all city parks and amenities, including playgrounds, pavilions, restrooms, trails, recreation centers, parking areas, shade structures, and exercise machines
• Inspects park properties and equipment daily, documenting findings, identifying maintenance needs, and reporting issues to supervisor
• Maintains accurate records of equipment checks and work orders
• Removes litter and trash from all city parks to ensure cleanliness
• Assists with construction and fabrication projects as assigned
• Supports city and private special events, including setup, teardown, and cleanup
• Serves as an essential worker, responding as needed during business closures to meet operational requirements
• Follows City policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
• Performs other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED