FT - Maintenance Technician II

Pay Grade: GRADE 125 – $48,959.85 - $70,991.78 annual ($23.54 - $34.13 hourly). FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Full-Time, merit-based position eligible for benefits.

About the role

This position performs a variety of skilled labor involved in the planning, care, construction, and maintenance of parks, cemeteries, and recreational facilities. Receives functional supervision from the Parks Area Maintenance Supervisor. Performs technical work in chemical application and refuse collection throughout the park system. Responsible for Weber County Community Service Workers periodically and will carry out rules and policies associated with this program.

Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain, and report on refuse collection from parks and trail systems.
• Operate the Park's refuse truck and collect refuse and related materials throughout parks, trails, cemetery, and recreational facilities.
• Determine thresholds and identify and schedule pest control treatments throughout the year to stay below predetermined thresholds.
• Set up, mix chemicals, and operate hand and power spray equipment to apply pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, pre-emergent seeds, and specified soil amendments.
• Manage an integrated pest management program utilizing industry standards.
• Maintain records of assigned work, including pesticide usage, equipment repair and maintenance, and inventory management of refuse cans, pesticides/fertilizers, and other supplies.
• Prepare and maintain logs and reports such as inspections, inventories, and work tracking.
• Operate construction and maintenance equipment and power tools (e.g., refuse truck, pressure washer, dump truck, backhoe, flush truck, compressor, mowers, edgers, blowers). Maintain hand tools and assigned equipment; perform preventive maintenance.
• Perform park maintenance duties, including plant and landscape maintenance such as trimming trees and shrubs, raking recreation areas, watering plants and trees, sweeping, and clearing fallen trees from public paths.
• Participate in setting up and breaking down special events, including Ogden's Christmas Village and the Ogden Pioneer Days Rodeo.
• Direct the work of up to six people in landscape and facilities maintenance of parks, grounds, sports fields, and gardens.
• Perform safety audits of assigned facilities and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with turf maintenance, including irrigation, mowing, and cleaning.
• Stay abreast of new trends and innovations in chemical application and park maintenance.
• Utilize proper safety precautions in all work performed.
• Respond to public inquiries courteously; provide information and resolve complaints efficiently.
• Perform snow removal and ice control duties as required.
• Assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of irrigation and water lines, services, valves, and backflow prevention devices.
• Participate in safety and risk management activities to reduce liability to the city.
• Attendance and punctuality are essential; employees must work as a team, meet with co-workers and supervisors, and communicate in person with the public during office hours.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

• At least three years of experience in maintaining commercial/municipal grounds, trails, parks, and recreational facilities, or experience in chemical application and/or integrated pest management.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Any combination of experience and education that provides the required knowledge and abilities may be qualifying.

Special Requirements

• Possession of, or ability to obtain within 150 days of hire, a Utah State Class A CDL with Tanker and Airbrake endorsements.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire, a Utah State Pesticide Category 3 Turf and Ornamental Applicators License.
• Completion of NIMS IS100 and IS700 within six months of hire date.

Skills

• Knowledge of city and division policies, procedures, and ordinances.
• Knowledge of safe work practices and principles of plant applications, uses, establishment, and maintenance (e.g., pruning, trimming, watering techniques).
• Knowledge of plant/pest identification, horticultural practices, pest and weed control chemicals, and their proper uses.
• Knowledge of irrigation operation and repair.
• Skill in applying proper procedures for Blue Staking.
• Skill in generating and maintaining accurate records.
• Skill in operating a variety of power tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Skill in maintaining plant life and cleaning assigned park facilities.
• Skill in communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to maintain physical condition appropriate for duties, including walking or standing for extended periods and operating equipment.
• Ability to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception for observations, communication, and equipment operation.
• Ability to comply with all city policies and regulations, including safety and risk management standards.

Benefits

• Language Pay
• Longevity Pay
• Paid holidays
• Sick, vacation, and comp time leave
• Medical and dental coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Employee Loan Program (computer, bike, and exercise equipment loans when available)
• Wellness Program
• Tuition reimbursement