Maintenance Technician, Hashawha - Department of Recreation & Parks

Maintenance Technician, Hashawha

Pay Range (Grade): $21.82 - $38.18 (H300)

Other Compensation Offered: Overtime, Compensatory Time

Employment Type: Full-Time, 40 hours per week

Organization: Recreation & Parks - Parks - Hashawha

Location: Hashawha Environmental Center

Reports to: Park Maintenance Supervisor, Hashawha

Classification: Non-Exempt (40904)

At Carroll County Government, we look for people who are eager to engage in meaningful work that positively impacts our community. As public servants, our sense of purpose and motivation to work hard starts with the value we place on relationships with coworkers, community partners, and those we serve. We strive to build collaborative and passionate teams, with opportunities to learn and explore new possibilities in a welcoming workplace. As a team, we are committed, inspired, and connected to make a difference in the community.

The Hashawha Maintenance Technician is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of Hashawha Environmental Center and Bear Branch Nature Center. Reporting to the Park Maintenance Supervisor, daily tasks include operating landscaping equipment, janitorial duties, and various maintenance tasks. You will perform a variety of skilled trades worker and maintenance duties in the construction and improvement Hashawha, Bear Branch, and other county-owned facilities in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and local laws. The work you do will help ensure the facilities and grounds are safe and accessible for all visitors.

Essential Duties

• Operate and maintain a full range of construction and grounds maintenance equipment.
• Perform daily janitorial and cleaning services as needed. Clean grounds and facilities.
• Apply landscaping techniques and procedures. Complete trail maintenance including limbing and bucking of trees.
• Complete skilled construction and renovation projects of facility. Perform basic electrical, carpentry, concrete, painting, and plumbing maintenance and repairs.
• Prepare facility for special events including erecting tents, placing signs, and grounds preparation. Assist with parking and other duties for events.
• Assist with coordinated snow removal and storm damage response efforts.
• Gather proper materials and tools in preparation for jobs. Use resources effectively.
• Follow all established safety rules and regulations. Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment.
• Complete assigned work in a timely fashion. Accept feedback.
• Demonstrate an ability to collaborate and a willingness to learn. Participate in a supportive work environment.
• Exhibit integrity, ethics, and fiscal responsibility.

Your Skills

• Landscaping Techniques and Equipment (Advanced)
• Hand and Power Tools (Intermediate)
• Equipment Maintenance (Intermediate)
• Building Maintenance (Intermediate)
• Occupational Health and Safety (Intermediate)

Your Strengths

• Service Excellence
• Decision Making
• Collaborating with Others
• Safety Focus
• Quality Focus
• Managing Project Execution
• Managing Resources
• Planning and Organizing
• Problem Solving

You Might Be a Good Fit If

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or general education diploma (GED)
• One or more years of related experience
• A comparable amount of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirement.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Department of Transportation (DOT) physical card (or must be obtained within 6 months of employment)
• Valid driver's license
• CPR, AED, First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen certification (or must obtain within 6 months of employment)

Preferred Licenses and Certifications

• Class A or Class B commercial driver's license
• Pool Operator certification

Additional Information

• Flexible work schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.
• Subject to rotating on-call responsibilities. On-call for weather related emergencies and facility related issues while Hashawha Environmental Center is in session.

Working Conditions

• May be identified as Essential Personnel during emergency situations.
• Frequent physical activity: lifting and carrying over 50lbs, climbing ladders and steps, standing/walking, pushing/pulling, bending, reaching, squatting, stooping, kneeling, and related activities.
• Frequent exposure to potentially adverse weather conditions.
• Occasional exposure to potentially adverse environmental conditions, including, but not limited to, chemicals, noise, and airborne particles.
• Must wear appropriate PPE as required.

Why You Will Love Working Here

All the Benefits You Need

• Generous paid time off
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Flexible schedules and remote options, when applicable
• Comprehensive, no deductible medical plans including prescription and vision coverage, low-cost dental plan, and County paid basic life insurance.
• Pension, 401k, and 457 Retirement Accounts
• Up to $9,000 in Tuition Assistance per fiscal year

Carroll County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The County Commissioners of Carroll County recognize the rights of all people, including County employees, to equal opportunity. Discrimination against County employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability is strictly prohibited. The Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles I and II, applies to County government employment. If you have questions, suggestions, or complaints, please contact Kristy L. Bixler, Director, Human Resources and Carroll County Government Americans with Disabilities Coordinator for Employment, at the Department of Human Resources View phone number on click.appcast.io) or Md. Relay 711/800-735-2258. The mailing address is 225 North Center Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157.

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Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.