Maintenance Worker II / Leisure Services
About The Position
The Maintenance Worker II assists with custodial services, grounds maintenance, and limited building maintenance in Park Maintenance. The role trains, directs, and supervises assigned inmate crew members, ensures their safety and security, and provides technical expertise in maintenance work. The position reports to the Facility and Program Supervisor and is classified as non-exempt. It requires satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary period and is safety-sensitive, with random drug testing under the Athens-Clarke County Drug and Alcohol Ordinance. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Some weekends, holidays, special events, and religious holidays may be required. Regular and predictable attendance and cooperative work with others are required. When operating vehicles, the employee is responsible for their safety, readiness, and operation and must follow the county’s safe driving policy. The position completes Park Services work orders, prepares equipment and obtains crew supplies, and assists with building, grounds, equipment, and pool maintenance. It also assists with facility inspections for compliance with ADA requirements and local building codes. Duties may include other related tasks as assigned. The work involves operating maintenance machinery and equipment and using construction, carpentry, mechanical, electrical, landscaping, and plumbing tools. Physical requirements include heavy work, with exertion of up to 100 pounds occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds frequently, as well as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and repetitive motion. The employee must be able to wear and properly use a respirator according to manufacturer guidelines.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent and one year of general maintenance or related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Valid driver's license.
- First Aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain it within six months of employment.
- May be required to complete security training for supervising inmate workers within six months of hire or at the first available opportunity.
- Ability to operate department vehicles and maintenance equipment, including a drill press, front-end loader/tractor, ATVs, Big John, ditch witch, and trail-construction equipment.
- Ability to wear and properly use a respirator in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
- Ability to communicate effectively, prepare written reports and logs, interpret regulations and procedures, perform mathematical calculations, and exercise independent judgment.
- Ability to perform heavy physical work, including exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds frequently.
Responsibilities
- Train, direct, and supervise inmates on work detail; ensure compliance with applicable state laws and rules and provide for inmate safety and security.
- Manage daily work orders from the Park Services Supervisor, prepare necessary equipment, and order or pick up crew-related supplies from the Leisure Services warehouse.
- Provide technical expertise in custodial services and building, grounds, and equipment maintenance and repairs.
- Assist with training employees in the safe use of maintenance equipment and supplies.
- Assist crews with assigned work orders for repair and maintenance of facility buildings and grounds.
- Assist crews in inspecting department facilities for compliance with ADA requirements, local building codes, policies, and procedures.
- Oversee and assist crews with pool maintenance.
- Perform other related duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
