Senior Parks Equipment Technician

City of Wentzville, Missouri•Wentzville, MO

5d•$31 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Parks Equipment Technician maintains and repairs diesel- and gasoline-powered construction equipment and vehicles. The role provides day-to-day task leadership and training for crew members, helps ensure safe and high-quality work, and supports fleet maintenance operations through inspections, diagnostics, repairs, recordkeeping, inventory management, and resource planning. The technician may assist with equipment purchasing specifications and inspect new equipment or vendor work where assigned. The position may also support other divisions and participate in snow and ice control operations, including operating snow-plowing equipment where assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least four years of successful experience maintaining and repairing gas- and diesel-powered equipment, welding, and hydraulic-powered equipment.
Valid driver’s license upon hire.
Must possess or be able to obtain a Class A CDL with air-brake endorsement within 180 days of employment.
Must possess or be able to obtain First Aid/CPR certification within one year of hire.
Advanced knowledge of vehicle and equipment operations, system components, and diagnostic tools.
Expert understanding of occupational hazards and standard safety practices in maintenance.
Ability to perform technical and skilled maintenance and repair work and safely operate and maintain tools and equipment.
Leadership, work direction, instruction, communication, organization, prioritization, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
Ability to work during adverse weather conditions and storms, work independently under moderate supervision, make sound decisions, and remain composed in high-pressure situations.
Proficient computer skills and knowledge of necessary software programs.
Must be reliable and dependable.

Nice To Haves

Certification from a vocational or technical training program.
At least one year of experience in a lead capacity.
National Institute of Automotive Excellence (ASE) certificate.

Responsibilities

Provide respectful, professional service to co-workers, customers, and the public, and support a positive, productive work environment that complies with City, Department, and Division policies and objectives.
Train and lead crew members in day-to-day work procedures, equipment maintenance, and safe work practices; coach and support staff as needed.
Review completed work for quality and completeness and provide staff performance input to the supervisor.
Inspect and diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic malfunctions in diesel- and gasoline-powered construction equipment and vehicles.
Conduct preventive maintenance, inspect and test equipment for function and safe operation, and perform necessary repairs.
Use fleet management software to record maintenance history, parts, hours, and mechanic notes.
Use computerized diagnostic tools to interface with onboard electronics and identify malfunctions or tuning needs.
Perform steel and aluminum welding using stick, acetylene, MIG, and TIG equipment.
Assist the supervisor with specifications for new equipment and vehicle purchases; where assigned, inspect new purchases for specification compliance and review outside vendor maintenance and repair work.
Evaluate work projects and estimate required time, materials, equipment, staff, and other resources; obtain necessary resources as appropriate.
Research and apply operational techniques, materials, and equipment to improve work performance and economy.
Recommend and purchase approved materials, supplies, and small equipment; determine work-order materials and equipment needs and maintain assigned inventories.
Collaborate with co-workers, provide required updates, and follow environmental protection, hazardous waste disposal, chemical handling, and safety policies and regulations.
Assist other divisions or perform special projects as assigned; support snow and ice control operations, including operating snow-plowing equipment where assigned; perform other related duties as assigned.
Maintain regular attendance and operate assigned equipment and vehicles.