Maintenance Specialist - Rocky River Reservation

The Maintenance Specialist maintains and enhances the Park District's facilities by performing unskilled and semi-skilled park maintenance jobs in a manner which assures a quality product and programs consistent with Park District policies.

• Regular and predictable attendance is expected and required. All Cleveland Metroparks employees must be prepared to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as required.
• Performs unskilled and semi-skilled work of a routine, repetitive nature in a responsible manner i.e., mowing, weed trimming, plant maintenance, building and facility maintenance such as cleaning.
• Makes minor mechanical repairs and service on division's equipment as directed.
• Works with skilled-level employees toward to completion of construction renovation projects and repair work of facilities.
• Works towards the proficiency in the operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Provides work direction to Park Maintenance (seasonal) as directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Valid driver's license under the laws of the State of Ohio.
• Demonstrated ability to perform various physical requirements of park maintenance work.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders, including employees and the general public.
• Ability to speak and write clearly, concisely and persuasively using correct grammar, spelling and punctuation with ability to communicate one-on-one or in group settings.
• Ability to perform work with a high degree of accuracy and organization.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to perform with considerable independence and initiative.

Work Schedule: Must be available to work a flexible schedule to include days, evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.   Application Deadline: Open until filled