NEOGOV · 2 weeks ago
Maintenance Technician Assistant - P&R, District 2
Missoula, Montana
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$26.59/hr - $26.59/hr
2+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Maintenance Technician Assistant to help maintain the parks and trails in Missoula, Montana. This role involves hands-on work in maintaining public recreation spaces, supporting the construction and repair of park infrastructure to ensure safety and functionality for community use.
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Responsibilities
Assist in the construction, reconstruction and maintenance of parks and recreation facilities
Provide support with leading assigned work crews; coordinate schedules of work activities, within established parameters, to achieve quality, efficient, service standards
Train workers in floriculture, horticulture, and turf practices to maintain landscape beds, athletic turf, urban gardens, and/or natural areas
Maintain and repair park facilities and buildings, including playground equipment, plumbing, electrical and lighting systems, etc
Assist with installation, repair and winterization of irrigation systems, swimming pools, splash decks, restrooms and drinking fountains; assist in seasonal leaf and snow removal efforts
Layout and prepare athletic fields
Maintain landscape trees, shrubs, and turf; aerate, top-dress, fertilize, water, and seed lawn and turf, in assigned areas
Operate various tools, vehicles, and equipment used in the construction and maintenance of parks and recreation facilities, grounds, buildings, etc
Implement and ensure adherence to applicable department policies, and work safety standards including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Manual on Uniform Traffic Control (MUTCO), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), National Playground Safety Institute (NPSI) and American National Standards Institute (ANSI-A300) standards
Assist in providing training in identifying, reporting, and repairing potential public safety concerns, vandalism, damaged park infrastructure and facilities, including the inspection and repair of park features, etc.; provide safety training for various tools and equipment
Assist in conducting research for purchases and projects; recommend and purchase materials and equipment needed for cost effective and efficient maintenance and operation of parklands and recreational facilities
Assist in training and coordinating work teams, including coaching, preparing work plans, and scheduling work assignments, within established parameters, to achieve quality, efficient, service standards
Monitor inventory and order supplies
Remove and clean up trash
Other duties as assigned, based on training and qualifications
Assist the crew with identifying, reporting, and repairing potential public safety concerns, vandalism, damaged park infrastructure and furnishings, etc
Perform maintenance of asphalt and concrete surfaces, including sweeping, cleaning, snow removal, sealing, patching, and other repair, and maintenance activities
Assist in maintaining assigned developed urban parks to promote and sustain healthy turf, shrubs and trees using irrigation systems, mowing schedules, weed and pest control activities, etc
Perform maintenance and repairs of park facilities and buildings, including roofs, painting, carpentry, masonry, and/or framing
Provide support with coordinating janitorial duties, minor construction, digging, weed control, mowing, irrigation management, and other park maintenance activities
Assist with training assigned work teams in the safe operation of various tools, vehicles, and equipment such as: personal protective equipment, hand tools, skid-steer, rototiller, weed-eater, chain saws, top dresser, mowers, tractors, etc
Qualification
Required
Any combination of training and experience equivalent to two (2) years of park maintenance experience or another relevant field
Must have a valid Montana driver's license with a verified acceptable driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire
May be required to obtain specific training/certifications depending on the needs of the department including, herbicide applicators license, etc
Preferred
Experience with basic carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, and/or welding
Benefits
Market-Competitive Salary
Work/life balance, including the possibility of flexible schedules and remote work opportunities
$0 premium for health and dental coverage for employees and affordable premiums for family coverage
$10,000 Employer-sponsored Accidental Death and Dismemberment Life Insurance Policy
Options for supplemental life, disability, critical illness, and accident
Constitutionally guaranteed retirement plan with the City contributing 8.77% of salary on your behalf and the ability to contribute to a supplemental deferred compensation program
Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Pre-tax flexible spending accounts
The City of Missoula may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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