Maintenance Technician – Park Grounds

Salary: $14.54 Hourly

Location : Parks and Recreation 965 N. Park Ave San Luis, AZ

Job Type: Part-time

Job Number: 2023-00014

Department: Parks and Recreation

Opening Date: 10/18/2023

Closing Date: 12/31/2023 4:53 PM Arizona

ABOUT THE POSITION
As a Maintenance Technician, you wil:

• Participate in a variety of grounds and landscape maintenance activities for the City of San Luis;
• Perform a variety of manual labor, repair, and maintenance work utilizing various hand and power tools, equipment, machinery, and/or vehicles;
• Operate lawnmowers, tractors, Backhoe, Bobcat, chain saws, blowers, weed eaters, trimmers, utility truck, and other equipment as required;
• Install and inspect irrigation systems/sprinklers, programs timers, checks valves and pipes, and repairs/adjusts as required;
• Maintain municipal grounds by mowing, trimming, seeding, watering, pruning, fertilizing, weeding, and planting grass, trees, and ornamental shrubs;
• Inspect the condition of grass, trees, and plants and determines appropriate care and maintenance measures;
• Apply pest and weed control products in compliance with safety standards and procedures and ensure public safety at work sites;
• Empty and clean trash receptacles and picks up trash and removes trash and debris from municipal grounds
• Perform operator-level inspection, servicing, fueling and maintenance (including washing) of assigned tools, equipment, and materials;
• Report the need for major repairs, landscape activities, or supplies to Supervisor;
• Establish traffic control safety procedures at work sites as per MUTCD (Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices) standards;
• Perform general concrete work;
• Perform Maintenance of Flood Control Facilities i.e. storm water, retention & catch basins, etc.

IDEAL CANDIDATE
Will possess knowledge of:

• Basic grounds and building maintenance;
• Landscaping equipment and materials, including irrigation systems;
• Operation of a variety of tools, equipment, materials, and vehicles;
• Operator-level servicing, maintenance, and repair of assigned equipment;
• Sanitary standards/regulations and safety procedures;

Will be skilled in:

• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others and interacting with the public;
• Performing cleaning and landscape tasks which may require heavy lifting;
• Following verbal and written instructions;
• Operating and maintaining a variety of tools, equipment, materials, and vehicles;
• Performing operator-level servicing, maintenance, and repair of assigned equipment;
• Determining and providing appropriate landscape care and maintenance.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Requires:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• One (1) year experience in landscaping, irrigation systems maintenance and equipment operation.
• A valid driver’s license must be present at the appointment and maintained throughout employment.
• Residency in the United States within 25 miles of the City of San Luis.

Desired/Preferred:

• A commercial driver’s license (A or B)
• Bilingual in Spanish.
• San Luis residency.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

The City of San Luis is committed to Professional Growth and Career Development –

Current employees may be given preferred consideration if they meet the position’s minimum requirements.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED – Applications review will begin November 17, 2023.Candidates deemed to have the most relevant backgrounds will be invited to participate in the interview/assessment process.

The City of San Luis offers the following benefits to all full-time City employees:

MEDICAL/ DENTAL/ VISION INSURANCE – The City of San Luis is proud to provide medical, dental and vision insurance for it’s employees which is administered by 90Degree Benefits. Dependent premiums are paid one month in advance and are pre-taxed. Additional information regarding medical, dental and vision benefits may be requested from the Human Resources Department.

ARIZONA STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM (ASRS) – City employees are required to enroll in the Arizona State Retirement System.

• Employee Contribution – 12.03%
• Employer Contribution – 12.03%

ARIZONA STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM (ASRS) – LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD)

• Employee Contribution – .014%
• Employer Contribution – .014%

SOCIAL SECURITY AND MEDICARE-

FICA (Social Security Tax) – Employee Contribution- 6.20%
Medicare – Employee Contribution – 1.4500%.

PAID TIME OFF (PTO) –

Vacation Leave Accruals (Based on years of service and accrued on bi-weekly basis)

1. Less than 6 years – 3.08 hrs.
2. 6 – 11 years – 4.62 hrs.
3. 11 years or more – 6.16 hrs.

Sick Leave – 3.69 hrs.

LIFE INSURANCE– The City provides eligible employees with a Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit. This plan is administered by Standard.

Basic Life Benefit – $50,000.00
AD&D Benefit – $50,000.00

DISABILITY INSURANCE– Disability insurance is available to all employees who work 30 or more hours per week.

Short-Term Disability – Coverage begins on the 15th day of injury or sickness.
Duration of Benefits – 180 days
Benefits Percentage- 66.67%
Waiting Period – 14 days
Maximum Weekly Benefit: $2,000.00

WORKER’S COMP – Insurance coverage for medical expenses and loss of income due to an on-the-job injury is provided by the City of San Luis for all employees.

01

Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02

How many years of experience do you possess in journey level equipment operation, construction, and/or road repair/maintenance work?

• No Experience
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 or more years

03

Do you live in the United States and within 25 miles from the City of San Luis?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you live in San Luis, AZ?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you bilingual in Spanish?

• Yes
• No

Required Question