Recreational Facilities Technician - City

OKC Career Site • Oklahoma City, OK

10d • $23 - $36

About The Position

This posting will be used to fill a current vacancy in the Facility Management Division of the General Services Department within the City of Oklahoma City. An eligibility list will be established or supplemented for filling future vacancies per provisions of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Collective Bargaining Agreement. An employee in this classification may work alone or perform as a lead worker to complete the assigned tasks. Job requirements may vary dependent upon assignment; however, the Recreational Facilities Technician must possess the required license and/or certification and two or more journeyman-level skills associated with the specified departmental or divisional job requirements and identified as essential functions of the position prior to assuming the duties of this position. Essential job functions include: installing, inspecting, monitoring, and maintaining new or existing recreational equipment and facilities in compliance with regulatory and department requirements; performing journey-level carpentry; masonry/concrete finishing; painting; or welding duties. Other duties include: assuming full responsibility for following all procedures related to work safety and equipment inspection and maintenance, following both written and verbal instructions, carrying out assignments independently or as a member of a crew, and completing work orders, safety reports, and other work-related records or reports on a daily basis. The employee must exhibit tact and diplomacy in communication with citizens, contractors, co-workers, and other departmental personnel concerning relevant aspects of work performed. The work product is subject to inspection by the supervisor upon completion.

Requirements

• Knowledge of recreational facility or equipment safety codes and ordinances (such as pools, spray grounds, and/or playground equipment and facilities).
• Knowledge of and skill in following safe working procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of and skill in two or more of the required skills trades.
• Skill in performing recreation facility and equipment safety inspections, maintenance, and repair.
• Skill in reading and following sketches, drawings or blueprints.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to estimate material and equipment needs.
• Ability to communicate, using tact and diplomacy, in verbal and written form.
• Ability to work independently and with others.
• Willingness to assume responsibility for decisions made and work performed.
• Willingness to follow through on work performed.
• Possession of a valid driver license (Operator).
• Skill in planning and completing carpentry projects.
• Knowledge of standard carpentry materials and supplies.
• Knowledge of and skill in operating, adjusting, and maintaining power operated carpentry tools and equipment on site and in a shop setting.
• Knowledge of and skill in use of manually operated carpentry tools and equipment.
• Skill in repair of damaged furniture, cabinets, walls, ceilings, doors, locks, etc.
• Possession of current Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) certification.
• Knowledge of the operation of public swimming pool and spray ground facilities including sanitation, maintenance, and safety.
• Knowledge of emergency services and auxiliary services available in the community in the event of an accident.
• Skill in facility maintenance and operations of aquatic facilities including, but not limited to, lighting, filtration, purification, and overall safety of the facilities.
• Ability to estimate and requisition pool chemicals.
• Knowledge of masonry materials and skill in using masonry tools.
• Knowledge of and skill in following procedures for finishing concrete surfaces.
• Skill in determining proper mix and consistency of concrete.
• Knowledge of and ability to follow procedures necessary to properly pour concrete.

Responsibilities

• Installing, inspecting, monitoring, and maintaining new or existing recreational equipment and facilities in compliance with regulatory and department requirements
• Performing journey-level carpentry; masonry/concrete finishing; painting; or welding duties
• Assuming full responsibility for following all procedures related to work safety and equipment inspection and maintenance
• Following both written and verbal instructions
• Carrying out assignments independently or as a member of a crew
• Completing work orders, safety reports, and other work-related records or reports on a daily basis
• Exhibiting tact and diplomacy in communication with citizens, contractors, co-workers, and other departmental personnel concerning relevant aspects of work performed

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• An average of $22,000 annually contributed toward your benefits and retirement
• A comprehensive package designed to support your health and wellness, financial security, work-life balance, and personal and professional growth and development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed