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Maintenance Technician II - SIMD

City Of Colorado Springs

Posted on: 25 Mar 2024

Job Location: Colorado Springs, US

Job Description:

Salary: $21.78 - $26.14 Hourly

Location : Recreation and Cultural Services - City of Colorado Springs, CO

Job Type: Classified - Full Time

Job Number: 15677

Division: Parks, Rec & Cultural Svc

Department: Briargate

Opening Date: 03/22/2024

Closing Date: 4/5/2024 4:00 PM Mountain

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Description / Position Overview

Maintenance Technician II - SIMD

In this position, you will perform a variety of landscape duties in medians, rights-of-ways, and green spaces. In this position, you will also perform a variety of semi-skilled maintenance tasks encompassing the repair and management of commercial irrigation systems, turfgrass management, and shrub bed maintenance. You will also lead the work of staff responsible for providing maintenance and repair services.

Essential Job Functions - the basic job duties an employee must be able to perform:

Interpret irrigation system data to determine adjustments to watering schedules; manage annual water allotments
Maintain the irrigation system controller, valves, lines, heads, and other system infrastructure, including performing system winterization and spring startup
Diagnose and respond to turf and landscape plant problems
Seed, top dress, and aerate; maintain landscape beds and plant material, including properly applying appropriate herbicides
Pick up trash; clean and maintain restrooms; and maintain building facilities and paint
Remove snow using an ATV and/or other snow removal equipment
Inspect, maintain, and perform minor repairs on small to medium-size landscape equipment such as various walk-behind equipment, edgers, and snowplows
Regularly inspect grounds, facilities, and playgrounds to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements and report issues to supervisor
Review the work of contractors; direct the work of hourly/seasonal employees

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:
Knowledge of:

Park elements
Woody, perennial, and annual plant material

Ability to:

Safely operate a variety of tools, equipment, machinery, and assigned vehicles and trailers
Recognize and respond appropriately to issues
Develop and maintain positive, effective working relationships

Successful candidates will have

Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance
Three years of full-time experience in grounds maintenance
Possess, or obtain upon hire, and maintain a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver's license not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges

Ideal candidates will also have

Supervisory or lead work experience
Small engine mechanics and basic electrical repairs
Forestry and tree management experience
Experience maintaining, repairing, troubleshooting, and programming commercial irrigation systems
Possess the following certifications or licenses:
- Colorado Class B Commercial Drivers' license
- ALCC (Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado) Irrigators,
- ALCC Landscape Technician
- CPSI Certification (Certified Playground Safety Inspector with the National Recreation and Park Association)
- Confined Space Entry, and/or Backflow Testers certifications
- NACP (National Association of Landscape Professionals)
- LICT (Landscape Industry Certified Technician)

Additional Information

Physical Demands: The ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods; lift and carry 60 pounds occasionally; and operate assigned vehicles and equipment is also required.

Environmental Conditions
Primary Work Environment - Outdoors along roadways and high traffic areas
Extreme Temperature - Seasonally
Wetness and Humidity - Seasonally
Respiratory Hazards - Occasional exposure to dust, fumes, odors, gases, herbicides, and pesticides
Noise and Vibrations - Several Times per Week
Physical Hazards - Daily
Mechanical and/or Electrical Hazards - Frequently
Exposure to Communicable Diseases - Occasionally
NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.

The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas. If hired, you will be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the United States.

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01

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

Less than high school
High School diploma or GED
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree or above

02

How many years of relevant experience do you possess?

Less than one year
One or more years
Two or more years
Three or more years
Four or more years
Five or more years
Six or more years
Seven or more years
Eight or more years
Nine or more years
Ten or more years

03

If yes, please explain your experience in detail, including your role and where you gained the experience.

04

Do you possess, or can you obtain, a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver's license not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges?

05

Do you have supervisory or lead work experience?

06

Do you have small engine mechanics and basic electric repair experience?

07

Do you have forestry and tree management experience?

08

Do you have experience maintaining, repairing, troubleshooting, and programming commercial irrigation systems?

09

Do you possess any of the licenses or certifications listed below? Check all that apply

Colorado Class B Commercial Drivers' license
ALCC (Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado) Irrigators
ALCC Landscape Technician
CPSI Certification (Certified Playground Safety Inspector with the National Recreation and Park Association)
Confined Space Entry, and/or Backflow Testers certifications
NACP (National Association of Landscape Professionals)
LICT (Landscape Industry Certified Technician) certifications
None

10

Please list expiration for licenses/certifications dates if applicable.

Required Question

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