Maintenance Tech

Maintenance Technician IIThe City of Roanoke is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to work on the Landscape crew in the Transportation Division to perform skilled work in landscape maintenance of rights of way and in the operation of Ventrac and other commercial mowing equipment.This position makes landscape repairs and renovations to city rights of way and corridors, including mowing, mulching, aeration, grading, seeding, and sodding. Responsibilities also include servicing and making minor repairs and adjustments on landscape equipment.The role requires operation of heavy and light equipment for snow removal and assistance with special events and other emergency tasks, including some nights and weekends as needed. The position also operates trucks with both automatic and manual transmission and maintains accurate log sheets, checklists, and pre trip sheets.A high school diploma or general education degree (GED), along with two to three years of related experience and or training in the assigned trades area, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is required. Certifications for Registered Technician Pesticide Applicator and a Class B CDL with Tanker endorsement must be obtained within 12 months of hire. A Fertilizer Applicator Certification is also required within 12 months of hire.The City of Roanoke is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA/M/F/Disability Employer. To elevate the performance of the organization, we are committed to respecting, celebrating, and embracing the collective mixture of differences and similarities between our employees as a rich tapestry. Our behaviors will demonstrate open communication, and we will seek opportunities to learn, recognizing and rewarding actions that promote acceptance while suspending judgment. By doing this, we will foster an inclusive, open work environment that delivers excellent service and creates a more vibrant and inviting community. This is a non-exempt position.