The Technician maintains and enhances District’s facilities, as assigned, by performing skilled and semi-skilled work in a manner, which results in a quality product and/or program consistent with District policies.
Essential functions:
- Performs semi-skilled and, as capable and as assigned, skilled work in at least one of the following:
- Carpentry, plumbing, electrical, forestry, irrigation/drainage, turf/agronomy, concrete work, heavy equipment operation, mechanical, horticulture
- Performs semi-skilled work, and as capable and as assigned, skilled work in a responsive manner by exercising a degree of independent judgment. Demonstrates initiative, creativity and leadership. Reports task accomplishments to supervisors and anticipates problems and recommends solutions
- Demonstrates technical knowledge and proficiency in the handling and application of pesticides and fertilizers
- Performs routine mechanical repairs and rebuilding work on equipment beyond first echelon of maintenance
- Assists in the completion of construction renovation projects and extensive repair work of facilities
- Operates and maintains at least two pieces of the following equipment:
- Trucks; tractors; farm and light construction equipment; front-end loader; backhoe; hydraulic mowing equipment; utility vehicles; bulldozer; grader; aerial bucket; tree spade; stump cutter; special skilled-trade tools
- Performs related duties as apparent or assigned
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent, with at least two years of skilled-level experience. Completion of an approved course in the specific trade or skilled area from an accredited technical school.
- Experience in and knowledge of Park Operations procedures, duties, equipment operation, calibration, and maintenance which are ordinarily obtained by extensive experience in a technical capacity and above that of Grounds Maintenance position qualifications.
- Valid Ohio driver’s license.
- Demonstrated ability to perform variable physical requirements of park maintenance work.
- Possess or obtain an Ohio commercial driver’s license (CDL), when required by work assignment or location.
- Certification or licensure applicable to trade or specialized fields preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to exhibit leadership consistent with teamwork approach that recognizes contribution of all employees.
- Keeps current with new production methods, techniques and materials by work assignment locations.
- Possess the necessary written and oral communication skills to communicate professionally
- Greets and provides information and services to visitors.
- Must be available for emergency snow removal and emergency call ins, as needed
25% Carpentry
25% Equipment Operator
25% General Trades
25% Leadership
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday
Wage: $28.30 with a $0.50 increase each six (6) months until achieving the union wage rate of $29.80 per hour
Filing Deadline: 03/31/2024
To Apply: Please visit our career site at www.clevelandmetroparks.com or copy and paste the following link into your web browser:
