MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Position Number: 22092386 

Location: Delta Heritage Trail State Par -PT15

County: Phillips; Desha

Anticipated Starting Salary: 39170.98 

Perform routine and resurfacing maintenance on trails, including clearing brush, managing weeds, removing fallen trees, repairing trail surfaces, and collecting trash.  Repair and maintain trail features such as bridges, signage, kiosks, and trailheads.  Assist with daily cleaning, upkeep, and sanitation of the trailhead buildings' interiors and exteriors. Operate and maintain hand tools, power tools, and small equipment such as chainsaws, weed trimmers, mowers, ATV's, and tractors. Receive and log work orders, ensuring accurate documentation of service requests. Collaborate with the maintenance supervisor to prioritize tasks and ensure timely completion. Maintain small inventories of tools and supplies used in daily maintenance activities. Assist with restocking and safely storing equipment in designated areas.
Follow all established safety guidelines and procedures, including the proper use of personal protective equipment. Report any unsafe conditions or equipment malfunctions to the maintenance supervisor immediately. Work closely with other maintenance and facilities team members to ensure coordinated efforts. Provide clear updates and feedback on completed tasks, issues encountered, or future maintenance needs. Interact courteously with park visitors, providing directions or basic information when needed.  Effective verbal and written communication skills for reporting issues and collaborating with maintenance team members and visitors. Capacity to perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and walking on various surfaces, which are common in maintenance duties. Must possess a valid driver's license, be able to traverse rough terrain on foot, and work a varied shift, including weekends and holidays in widely varying weather conditions outdoors. A criminal background check and a driver's record check are required.


The Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism has three major divisions: Arkansas State Parks, Arkansas Heritage and Arkansas Tourism. Arkansas State Parks manages 52 state parks and promotes Arkansas as a tourist destination for people around the country. Arkansas Heritage preserves and promotes Arkansas’s natural and cultural history and heritage through four historic museums and four cultural preservation agencies. Arkansas Tourism improves the state’s economy by generating travel and enhancing the image of the state.