DescriptionThe schedule for this position will be Friday - Monday, 6:30am - 3:00pm.
The duration will be from May 16, 2025 - September 1, 2025.The Maintenance
Technician - Temporary performs a variety of semi-skilled work in the
maintenance and repair of County parks, open spaces and trails, and
associated equipment and facilities and operates a variety of maintenance
vehicles, equipment, and tools to perform a variety of tasks relative to
assigned area of responsibility. Sets up and tears down special events.
DutiesPerforms maintenance, repair and landscaping duties on County parks, open
space, trails, sports fields, fairgrounds and other related facilities.
Performs a variety of duties in the maintenance and stewardship of landscaped
areas and open space. Clear debris from walks, fields, trails, shelters
and other facilities.
Supplemental watering of trees, shrubs, and grasses.
Install, repair, and inspect playground equipment, fences and other
related equipment and facilities.
Operate and maintain landscaping and maintenance equipment including County
vehicles, power washers, blowers, weed eaters and other power tools.
Inspect parks for damage, vandalism, broken equipment or hazardous
conditions and report findings to supervisor.
Pick up trash and remove litter from all County parks and grounds.
Perform routine maintenance on all park restrooms and drinking fountains.
Understand and adhere to safe work practices and procedures.
Skills, Abilities and Competencies:Basic principles and practices of park, open space, and trail maintenance
and repair.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
Ability to perform semi-skilled and skilled construction, including heavy
manual labor, maintenance and repair of parks, open space and trails and
their related facilities.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those
contacted in the course of work including County officials and the general
public.
Ability to conduct routine inspections of parks and trails, including
equipment and facilities.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Behavioral Competencies (these are required for all positions at ACG):
Accountability
Accessibility
Inclusivity
Integrity
Requirements
Education and Experience:
High school graduation or GED equivalent
Sixmonths of park, open space, trail or landscape maintenance experience
Or adequately demonstrate these skills during the application and interview
process:
Follow and implement work assignments.
Work independently, after receiving instruction, to accurately and
responsibly complete tasks.
Be committed to meeting work objectives such as meeting deadlines,
consistently arriving to work on time and ready to work, willingness to
learn and follow instructions.
Be comfortable working outdoors, around motorized hand tools and other
equipment.
Perform the physical requirements of the job.
Any equivalent combination of education and work experience that satisfy the
requirements of the job will be considered.
Supplemental Information
Pre-Employment Additional Requirements:Must successfully pass pre-employment testing which includes an acceptable
motor vehicle record (MVR), background check, physical capabilities
examination and drug screen.
Possession of a valid Class "R" Colorado Driver's License or the ability
to obtain one within two weeks of appointment.
Post-Employment Requirements:Must maintain a good driving record in accordance with Arapahoe County Risk
Management Guidelines.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:Employee works indoors and out-of-doors; most of his/her time is spent in
the field in often extreme weather conditions and rough terrain.
Employees in this position may be exposed to all the dangers of working
outside, including but not limited to: pollen, animal dander, peanuts
and other allergens, snakes and insects, bites and stings and similar hazards.
Employee works alongside crew members, community service workers and
volunteers for the purposes of task accomplishment.
Work during evenings, weekends or irregular hours will be required.PHYSICAL
DEMANDS:
The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this
position.Spends 20% of the time sitting and 80% of the time either upright or walking.
Occasionally lifts, carries, pulls or pushes up to 80 lbs.
Occasionally uses cart, dolly, or other equipment to carry in excess of 80
lbs.
Occasionally climbs, stoops, kneels, balances, reaches, crawls and
crouches while performing office or work duties.
Verbal and auditory capacity enabling constant interpersonal communication
through automated devices, such as telephones, radios, and similar;
and in public meetings and personal interactions.
Constant use of eye, hand and finger coordination enabling the use of
automated office machinery or equipment.