Within the Parks|Recreation|Tourism Department, this position performs technical repair on a variety of park, recreation and historic site furnishings, fixtures, amenities, structures, power equipment and vehicles. Performs related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent; two years’ work experience with demonstrable skills in the operation, repair, and maintenance of small equipment, both diesel and gasoline type engines and hydraulic equipment; and two years general maintenance experience, i.e., carpentry, plumbing, painting, welding, metal fabrication, electrical work. Must possess a valid State Class A Commercial Driver’s License; or must possess a valid State Commercial Driver’s License-Class A Permit and obtain license within the first six months of hire. Must be 18 years of age. Must obtain CPO and CPSI certificates within first twelve months of hire. Must complete required NIMS level training within first six months of hire.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of methods, materials, equipment, and tools used in small vehicle and engine equipment maintenance and repair; small vehicle and engine equipment, to include hydraulics, both gas and diesel; various electrical systems of gasoline and diesel engines, and plumbing maintenance and repair procedures. Basic computer skills and ability to multitask. Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Physical Demands: Ability to bend and lift 75 lbs. plus or minus 25 lbs.
Typical Working Conditions: 95% of work is performed in the field with exposure to extreme heat and cold and adverse weather. 5% of work is performed indoors.
Drug testing
Background check
Physical Abilities testing
In addition to the application, testing and/or examinations may be required for further consideration on this position.
IBEW Maintenance & Clerical bargaining unit position.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The City of Independence is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. The City of Independence is a background screening, drug-free workplace.
The City of Independence provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to humanresources-coi@indepmo.org.
Disclaimer: The above statements describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified. Job descriptions are not intended to and do not imply or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person or persons. Management reserves the right in coordination with the governing union (if applicable) to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice. This job description supersedes earlier versions.
