Senior Technician - Big Creek Reservation

The Senior Technician maintains and enhances Park District facilities, as assigned, by performing skilled and semi-skilled work in a manner which results in a quality product and/or program consistent with District policies.

1. Performs master-level skill/trade work in at least one of the following:
   • Carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, masonry, irrigation/drainage, heavy equipment operation, equipment mechanic
2. Performs considerable skilled and semi-skilled work in a responsible manner by exercising independent judgment and demonstrates initiative, creativity, and leadership. Reports task accomplishments to supervisors and anticipate problems
3. Performs complex mechanical repairs and rebuilding work on equipment beyond the first echelon of maintenance
4. Instructs/trains other employees in the trade/skill or operation of a wide range of tools/equipment
5. Coordinates and completes construction renovation projects and extensive repair work of facilities
6. Operates and maintains at least two pieces of the following equipment:
   • Trucks; tractors; farm and light construction equipment; front-end loader; backhoe; hydraulic mowing equipment; utility vehicles; bulldozer; grader; aerial bucket; tree spade; stump cutter; special skilled-trade tools
7. Carries out duties and responsibilities in a safe and efficient manner to maintain a safe work environment and surrounding area. Responds to hazardous situations and/or potentially unsafe conditions by taking corrective action, and promptly notifying supervisory personnel
8. Informs supervisor of key issues promptly
9. Provides work direction, changes work assignments, and corrects work activity of other employees, as assigned
10. Performs related duties as apparent or assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, with at least three years of skilled-level experience. Completion of an approved course in the specific trade or skilled area from an accredited technical school
• Valid Ohio driver's license
• Demonstrated ability to perform variable physical requirements of park maintenance work
• Possess or ability to obtain an Ohio commercial driver's license (CDL)
• Certification or licensure applicable to trade or specialized fields preferred
• Considerable experience in and knowledge of procedures, duties, equipment operation, calibration, and maintenance, which are ordinarily, obtained by extensive experience in a technical capacity and above those of a Technician's position qualifications
• Demonstrated ability to exhibit leadership consistent with teamwork approach that recognizes the contribution of all employees
• Must be available for emergency snow removal call ins and CDL required.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday

Application Deadline: Open until filled