Maintenance Technician, Senior

Are you interested in a position where your work contributes to a more equitable, inclusive, vibrant, and resilient future?   The City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department (Raleigh Parks) is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Playground Technician, Senior who is passionate about making our city a better place to live, work, play, and learn. We are looking for candidates who can manage details while strategically focusing on the big picture. This position offers the opportunity to work for a nationally recognized organization in a growing, creative, diverse city. Raleigh is one of the best places to live, work, raise a family, and start a business. We are home to several prominent universities and world-class cultural institutions. The City of Raleigh recently joined the Biophilic Cities Network and prioritizes equitable access to greenspaces and healthy community experiences. Our parks, centers, and cultural programming are in the DNA of our evolving city.   The Raleigh Parks system boasts approximately 10,000 acres, including 200 parks and open spaces; 120 miles of greenway trails; 38 community and neighborhood centers; 2 art centers; 2 active-adult centers; 9 historic sites, museums, and cemeteries; 63 athletic fields; over 100 tennis courts; 4 lakes; 4 nature preserves; 73 locations with playgrounds; 7 dog parks; 8 swimming pools and more. We have over 425 full-time staff and employ nearly 1,800 part-time and seasonal staff annually during peak spring, summer, and fall seasons. The FY23 annual operating budget for Raleigh Parks is $60.7M, and the annual capital improvement budget is approximately $8M. On November 8, 2022, the City of Raleigh will have a $275M public bond referendum for the new construction and renovation of parks, greenways, and community centers.   The Playground Technician, Senior is a third level in a nine-level Maintenance and Operations position within the Parks Division. This position will support a crew of eight staff in the maintenance activities of repairs on playgrounds throughout the City of Raleigh Parks System.  * Assist in the inspection and maintenance of the City's playgrounds * Picks up trash, cleans, inspects, and makes repairs to playground equipment as needed. Installs and removes playground borders, equipment, and surfacing. * May be required to work on an On Call Rotation during Inclement Weather Events to support City needs. * Performs other related duties as assigned. Education and Experience High School Diploma or GED and three years of assignment-related equipment operation/driving or specialized maintenance experience. OR An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation. Licensing/Certifications * Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire. * Valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire. Knowledge of: * Practices and methods of coaching and leading the work of others (based on assignment). * Techniques and methods for organizing, prioritizing, assigning and monitoring work (based on assignment). * Standard practices, methods and materials of assigned work. * Standard system functions and methods of assigned work. * Business math concepts. * Basic project management principles. * Filing and record-keeping principles. * Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices. * Uses and properties of supplies and equipment. * Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations (based on assignment). * Customer service principles. * Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment. * Modern office technology. Skill In: * Training and coaching staff (based on assignment). * Coordinating deadlines, prioritizing work demands and assigning/monitoring work performed (based on assignment). * Performing equipment inspections and monitoring safety conditions. * Providing directions to others in order to meet standards. * Providing attention to detail in assignments. * Business math computations. * Organizing and maintaining records and files. * Maintaining and updating data and documentation. * Comprehending reference books and manuals. * Operating assigned tools and equipment. * Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards (based on assignment). * Providing customer service. * Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications. * Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction. ADA and Other Requirements Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Working Conditions: Work is performed in both the field and in an indoor office environment with moderate exposure to atmospheric conditions (such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, etc.); moderate exposure to environmental conditions (such as disruptive people, imminent danger, or a threatening environment); and frequent exposure to intense noise. Note: This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position. 

Created: 2024-11-04