SEASONAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Seasonal Job Posting City of Lafayette Parks Department The following position is available with the City of Lafayette. If you are interested in being considered for this position, applications are ONLY available on-line - http://www.lafayette.in.gov/employment/ POSITION: Seasonal Parks Maintenance Tech (Construction) LOCATION: Lafayette Parks and Recreation; Maintenance division HOURS: M-F 7:00am- 3:00pm Full-time; Days, evenings, weekends and some holidays may be required. SALARY: $15.00-$16.00 per hour Description Incumbent serves as Seasonal Maintenance Technician (Building Construction) for the Parks and Recreation Department. Incumbent assists and participates in all aspects of building construction, maintenance and installation for all parks and properties of City of Lafayette. Performs building construction duties such as installation of playgrounds, building repair, and building preventive maintenance. Assists in maintaining buildings and other structures, such as shelters, bridges, and buildings, including painting/patching walls, and making minor electrical, plumbing and carpentry repairs, such as unclogging toilets, changing light bulbs and ballasts, and repairing signs. Operates various hand tools, such as shovels, rakes, saws, drills and other power tools. Incumbent may also operate equipment such as skid loader, backhoe, forklift, dump truck, and snowplow in effecting the general maintenance and safety of parks and grounds. Keeps Department equipment, tools and vehicles clean and reports repairs. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or GED preferred. Education or experience, or both, in building construction preferred. 18 or older preferred and possess a valid driver’s license. Certification or ability to obtain certification in CPR and First Aid preferred. Strong communication skills, responsible, self-motivated and dependable. Knowledge of customer service, communication and public relation skills. Ability to competently serve the public with diplomacy and respect, including occasional encounters with irate/hostile persons. Ability to follow and ensure compliance with all employer/department personnel policies and work rules, including but not limited to: attendance, safety, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct. Ability to operate all equipment in the Department. Maintain a positive professional appearance, demeanor and attitude, and work harmoniously with all contacts in an enthusiastic and cooperative manner. The City of Lafayette is an Equal Opportunity Employer