Maintenance Technician IV - Recreation

Maintenance Technician IV (Recreation) – Labor Grade 114 / Pay Range: $23.18 - $32.67

SUMMARY

The Maintenance Technician IV is responsible for performing semi-skilled and skilled work for general maintenance of parish parks, sports fields, grounds, and special projects including, but not limited to, sports fields projects, grounds maintenance projects, recreation projects, and public works projects. Must be able to operate all DOTD certified equipment which requires a CDL-Class B or A license as described by State of Louisiana Driver’s license requirements. The work may be physically demanding in nature and sometimes involves the use of various mechanical equipment to include, but not limited to, grounds maintenance equipment, tractors, trucks, trailers, line painters, ballfield rakes, sprayers, and specialized turf related equipment. This position differs from the Maintenance Technician III in the level of experience, the ability to operate any piece of equipment, and the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and perform basic preventative maintenance practices and procedures.

MAJOR DUTIES

· Operates all pieces of Parish equipment to include, but not limited to, grounds maintenance, sports field maintenance, tractors, implements, trucks, trailers, sprayers, and mechanical equipment, and DOTD certified equipment which requires a CDL-Class B or A license

· Must perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on vehicles and equipment such as checking tires, gas, oil, and other lubricants; washing and cleaning; and ensuring that equipment is in proper working condition

· May perform various maintenance tasks and activities in and around parish facilities on parish grounds including cleaning grounds, cleaning restrooms, dumping trash cans, picking up trash, sports field marking and maintenance, cutting grass, weed eating, trimming trees, pressure washing, painting, and making minor repairs of fences, tables, benches, sidewalks, etc.

· May perform tasks related to drainage and ditch maintenance including cutting and installing pipe, digging and clearing ditches, picking up and clearing storm debris

· May perform tasks related to road and parking lot maintenance and repair including patching asphalt, concrete, and gravel roads; loading and unloading trucks; spreading dirt and gravel; leveling earth to specified grades; and clearing of trash or debris

· May be required to perform tasks of Maintenance Technicians I, II, III

· In emergency situations, may be required to work at various locations, including, but not limited to, the parish emergency shelters, sand bagging locations, parish roads and other locations as assigned

· Any other duties as assigned

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED equivalent and (3) years of directly related experience is required

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS – CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

· The incumbent is required to have a current, and the ability to maintain, state of Louisiana driver’s license.

· The incumbent must have a valid CDL Class A or B license required initially and a continuing condition of employment.

· The incumbent is subject to pre-employment physical and drug screens with random drug testing thereafter.

· The position is designated as an Emergency Essential Tier II position and as such is subject to mandatory recall to the traditional or emergency worksite. Failure to do so may lead to disciplinary actions up to and include termination or employment.

ASCENSION PARISH GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PROGRAM

• Health Insurance Benefits eligibility after 60 days of employment (optional supplemental with AFLAC)
• Group Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance for employees and families
• 75% of Benefits Package is paid for by Ascension Parish Government
• $125 monthly APG contribution to Health Savings Account for every enrolled employee
• Parochial Employee Retirement System 457B Plan (optional supplemental retirement plan with Nationwide)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Background Investigation
• Drug and Alcohol Screen
• Pre-Employment Physical

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.18 - $32.67 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $33