The Senior Technician maintains and enhances Park District 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.
- Performs master-level skill/trade work in at least one of the following:
- Carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, masonry, irrigation/drainage, heavy equipment operation, equipment mechanic
- Performs considerable skilled and semi-skilled work in a responsible manner by exercising independent judgment and demonstrates initiative, creativity, and leadership. Reports task accomplishments to supervisors and anticipate problems
- Performs complex mechanical repairs and rebuilding work on equipment beyond the first echelon of maintenance
- Instructs/trains other employees in the trade/skill or operation of a wide range of tools/equipment
- Coordinates and completes 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
- Carries out duties and responsibilities in a safe and efficient manner to maintain a safe work environment and surrounding area. Responds to hazardous situations and/or potentially unsafe conditions by taking corrective action, and promptly notifying supervisory personnel
- Informs supervisor of key issues promptly
- Provides work direction, changes work assignments, and corrects work activity of other employees, as assigned
- Performs related duties as apparent or assigned
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent, with at least three years of skilled-level experience. Completion of an approved course in the specific trade or skilled area from an accredited technical school
- Valid Ohio driver's license
- Demonstrated ability to perform variable physical requirements of park maintenance work
- Possess or ability to obtain an Ohio commercial driver's license (CDL)
- Certification or licensure applicable to trade or specialized fields preferred
- Considerable experience in and knowledge of procedures, duties, equipment operation, calibration, and maintenance, which are ordinarily, obtained by extensive experience in a technical capacity and above those of a Technician's position qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to exhibit leadership consistent with teamwork approach that recognizes the contribution of all employees
- Must be available for emergency snow removal call ins and CDL required.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
Application Deadline: Open until filled
