MAINTENANCE I - PARK

The City of Independence will accept applications at Express Employment, 2009 North Penn Avenue for a Maintenance I position for work at the Park and Zoo.

Alternately, applicants may also apply online at www.expresspros.com/independenceks/

Basic Function

Under supervision, repairs, cleans, and maintains park and zoo grounds and facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Drives maintains and repairs playground equipment, carousel, and miniature train
• Performs equipment and vehicle inspections
• Operates and drives a variety of light and heavy equipment as directed
• Maintains and repairs all park buildings and restroom facilities
• Assists with landscaping duties such as mowing, trimming and gardening
• Performs additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Ability to perform manual labor related to maintenance and repair of buildings and recreational equipment
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures and consistently lift over fifty pounds
• Knowledge of simple hand tools
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and directions

Education and Experience

• Completion of high school or GED required
• One year experience performing manual labor preferred

Special Requirements

• A current Kansas driver’s license
• Must be available to work nights, overtime, and weekends

Physical Requirements

Primarily moderate to occasional intense physical effort is required. Individual must be able to sit, carry, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, grasp, speak, and listen for extended periods of time.

Working Conditions

Work involves frequent exposure to unpleasant elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, loud noises, chemicals, etc.

The salary for this position is $15.54 to $22.53 per hour depending on experience.