MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Position Information

Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for grounds maintenance and general labor activities. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Performs grounds maintenance by mowing, edging, weeding and trimming lawns and bushes, planting trees, sodding yards. Collects and removes trash from lawn. Operates light to medium lawn equipment. Assists with work orders for special events and exhibits. Inspects tools and equipment. Performs minor equipment and vehicle repairs. Maintains equipment by oiling, greasing, sharpening blades, and performing other minor repairs and services vehicles which includes: filling with gas, changing oil, tune-ups, and washing. Assists with minor electrical repairs, remodeling buildings, performing minor carpentry duties such as hanging ceilings, replacing walls, and performing other carpentry duties. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of methods and practices in skilled and unskilled trades. Ability to operate and perform routine maintenance on various types of grounds keeping tools and equipment. Ability to receive, assign, and coordinate work activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of sufficient education or training to read and write; plus two years of experience on-the-job training, performing grounds keeping and/or the maintenance of lawn-care equipment. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

None