Maintenance Technician

Description
(Regular, Non-Exempt)
Starting Salary Range: $ $25.33/hour, DOQ
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Shift/Workdays and Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
How to apply:
Using the "apply" button on this page, please complete the required online application, upload a resume and a list of three professional references with full contact information. For general questions about the position, contact Unique Hiram at or

Summary/Objective
The Maintenance Technician contributes to the overall mission of Public Works by working as a crewmember and contributing to public health and safety. Responsible for assisting in all related maintenance administered by the relevant division.

Essential Functions
All Maintenance Technicians perform repairs using general knowledge of basic construction techniques.

• Operates single/tandem axle trucks, heavy equipment, and various power/hand tools.
• Performs routine maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Assists in securing work areas and maintaining safe worksites by placement of appropriate warning devices while wearing special protective devices.
• Answers and responds to public and staff inquiries regarding related division.
• Maintains records regarding work completed.
• Works with contractors and developers on repairs and maintenance.
• Attends meetings and training as required.

Street
Specific duties of Maintenance Technicians in various areas:

• Repairs asphalt and concrete pavement.
• Performs snow and ice removal, spring clean-up and flood mitigation as required.

Traffic

• Places new and repairs sign and pavement markings

Stormwater

• Conducts inspections and field work related to the stormwater management and stormwater drainage system.
• Performs snow and ice removal, spring clean-up, flood mitigation and levee maintenance.

Wastewater Sewer Maintenance

• Performs preventative maintenance on the city's sewer gathering system by operating line maintenance equipment.

Water Distribution

• Repairs and maintains pipelines, valves, fire hydrants, water services, meters, and other related equipment.

Perform Other Duties As Requested

• Responds to emergency call-backs, including seasonal emergencies.
• Works overtime as needed to complete regular and seasonal work.
• Assists supervisors and other departmental personnel in other projects for the benefit of the City and/or department.
• Division-specific duties may include: production of signs, landscaping, yard repair, meter repairs, and road right-of-way (RROW) mowing.

Additional Qualifications

• Employees of Public Works Streets, Fleet and Stormwater and Public Works Water and Wastewater Maintenance and Public Works Traffic crews must reside within a 25-mile radius of the respective Public Works Shops for the purpose of responding to call backs and after-hours or on-call duties.

Requirements
Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• Obtain and maintain a valid Class A commercial driver's license with airbrakes and tanker endorsement within 90 days of employment (Class B for Traffic division)
• Work Zone certification for Traffic division (Obtain within 24 months of employment)

Preferred Education And Experience

• Two years' relevant experience in construction or related area.

The City of Manhattan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and believe the best workplaces bring together employees with diverse skill sets, backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints to achieve common goals. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any basis protected by law.