Salary: $20.94 - $22.22 Hourly Location : Appleton, WI Job Type: Full-time Job Number: 2403091 Department: Parks Opening Date: 11/26/2024 Typical Work Hours/Shift:: Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm Outagamie County Core Values Invested in Serving Better Together Create Progress Support Through Compassion Position Purpose Under general supervision of the Parks Director, the Parks Maintenance Technician assists in the maintenance and upkeep of Outagamie County Park properties and park equipment. This is a Full Time Position Hours are: Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm Want to learn more about Outagamie County click the following link! We offer a comprehensive benefits package along with being a part of the Wisconsin Retirement System! Click on the link to learn more! Key Responsibilities The following duties are normal responsibilities of this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Serve as the primary point of contact and provide support for maintenance activities at Mosquito Hill Nature Center.
- Cuts grass, trims trees and shrubs, and performs other horticultural tasks. Performs landscaping duties including, planting, removal of trees and shrubs and laying sod.
- Monitors Park System, examining and fixing any doors, windows, fencing and gates to ensure they are secure. Enforce park rules and ordinances as necessary.
- Builds and paints picnic tables and benches. Repairs or replaces signs as directed. Paints facilities, equipment and buildings as needed.
- Provides exemplary customer service and actively participates in maintaining a positive customer service environment.
- Aids in the installation and maintenance of fencing, drain tile, culverts, playground equipment, park benches, picnic tables and other park equipment.
- Keeps park road, walkways, office entrance and parking areas free from snow and ice.
- Prepares buildings for seasonal use, checks and performs minor maintenance on plumbing and electrical as well as equipment repairs or general maintenance of equipment.
- Maintains and cleans buildings, restrooms, grounds and assists in the upkeep of all recreation fields as requested or assigned.
- Performs preventative maintenance, troubleshoots and makes repairs on motorized equipment, machinery, buildings/HVAC systems and other park facilities.
- Installs, constructs and maintains signs, piers, docks, and small bridges as well as assists in their removal in non-use seasons.
- Implements Department and County goals, objectives, and policies; maintains performance standards.
- Retains regular and predictable attendance, works overtime/extra hours as required. Prepares and completes reports as required.
Education/Certifications/Experience Requirements
- Graduate from high school or G.E.D and at least one year of related experience; OR any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Functioning knowledge of cleaning, maintenance methods, use of cleaning supplies, equipment, and proper use of a variety of hand tools.
- Basic understanding of carpentry, painting, plumbing, HVAC, and electricity.
- Operate equipment such as a tractor, multiple ATV/UTV's, skid steer, large mowers, trucks and plows and assist with their maintenance and repairs.
- Maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees with the ability to work with and communicate effectively with the public in a courteous and helpful manner in order to provide excellent customer service.
- Perform tasks and various types of work requiring good physical condition.
- Work effectively under limited supervision throughout the bulk of a shift.
- Possession of a valid Wisconsin Driver's License.
Required or Preferred Skills
- Ability to lift items of 50 lbs. or more several times per shift.
- Ability to perform work from a standing, walking, or sitting position throughout the bulk of the shift.
- Ability to perform heavy manual labor for short periods of time under extreme temperatures.
- Ability to frequently lift with occasional carrying, pushing, pulling up to 50 lbs. while understanding and utilizing proper body mechanics.
- Full dexterity in both hands and feet.
- Ability to perform duties which require occasional reaching, swimming and climbing. Outagamie County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Outagamie County offers Benefit options and paid time off for team members that work 20+ or more hours per week. Learn more today by visiting: Outagamie County Diversity Statement: Outagamie County is committed to developing, nurturing, and sustaining an equitable community and workforce where all individuals can thrive. We pledge to amplify the voices of under-represented communities or those who were historically excluded, by removing barriers that result from racial, social injustice and inequities. We strive to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion are embedded at all levels of Outagamie County programs and departments through acknowledging, analyzing, and addressing the root causes of inequities. We will create and advance equitable polices, practices and procedures, including, but not limited to County services, recruitment and retention, policies and practices, budgeting and procurement. We commit to being transparent and will continually evaluate and update our values when identified goals and objectives are not being achieved or sustained. Outagamie County will strive to create an inclusive environment where every community member feels like he/she/they belong. OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER. OUTAGAMIE COUNTY OFFERS A COMPREHENSIVE AND HIGHLY COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE TO ITS EMPLOYEES. LEVELS OF BENEFITS CAN VARY BASED ON EMPLOYMENT STATUS AND EMPLOYEE GROUP.Medical Coverage Outagamie County currently offers eligible employees a Low-Deductible Health Plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Each of these plans are available for single or family coverage at affordable rates. Dental Coverage Eligible employees may choose either single, limited family, or family coverage. Vision Coverage Outagamie County offers single, employee plus one, employee plus children, and family voluntary vision insurance for those that are benefit eligible. Vision insurance coverage provides an opportunity for employees to save money on routine vision exams, contacts, eyeglass frames, and lenses. Life Insurance Outagamie County provides group life insurance for full-time employees. The cost of this coverage is paid for in full by the County. Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance Short-Term Disability pays the employee a portion of his or her income for a specified period of time, as determined by the plan. The Short-Term Disability plan provides coverage for injuries and illnesses that occur outside of work. The premium for this coverage is paid entirely by the employee and is available to active employees that meet the hours threshold requirements. Long-Term Disability Insurance All regular, non-union full-time employees are eligible for long-term disability coverage. Premiums are fully paid by the County. Wisconsin Retirement System Wisconsin Retirement Program helps provide for financial security during retirement. Monthly annuity payments at retirement are calculated using years of creditable service, average earnings (based on three highest years of earnings), formula factors, age at retirement and selected annuity option. The retirement plan consists of two parts: an employee-required portion and an employer-required portion. Outagamie County pays the employer portion, and employees are responsible for paying the employee-required portion, which is determined by the state each year. Enrollment is required for eligible employees. Eligibility is determined based on Wisconsin Retirement System plan rules. Flexible Spending Account Plan The Flexible Spending Account Plan saves money by allowing the employee to pay for certain medical related expenses and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis, reducing annual taxable income resulting in Federal, State, Social Security, and Medicare tax savings. Employee Assistance Program Outagamie County has an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). The services offered as part of the County's plan are a benefit provided at no cost to its employees and their immediate family members to help deal with life's stresses. EAP consists of caring individuals who are certified counselors. They offer professional support and direction towards resolving problems or concerns. They can also help by referring the employee to another resource if assistance is needed beyond the EAP. Paid Time Off Outagamie County offers several paid time off benefits that include: vacation, personal holidays, national holidays, sick leave, bereavement leave and military leave. Deferred Compensation Deferred Compensation allows employees to set aside pre-tax earnings toward retirement. Employees can save up to 100% of their compensation, to a maximum of $20,500 annually, or as little as $10.00 per paycheck. The amount deferred reduces year-end state and federal income tax base. All the earnings will accrue tax-deferred until such time as the assets are withdrawn, generally at retirement, termination, or other special circumstances. There is also an after-tax 457 Roth contribution option. Employee and Family Clinic Primary Health Services are available to employees and dependents ages 2 and up, who are covered on a county health plan. Pet Insurance Please note that the pet insurance offers are discounts offered to Outagamie County employees and are not programs sponsored by Outagamie County. Please contact the companies directly for any questions, concerns or service issues. If you would like to learn more, please click below about the benefits. CONTINUING EDUCATION Outagamie County encourages continuing education by offering Education Reimbursement. This reimbursement is intended to provide assistance to the employee for out-of-pocket expenses for continuing education for the mutual benefit of the employee and Outagamie County, not covered in the departmental budget. Any Outagamie County employee in good standing, averaging twenty (20) hours or more per week during the six (6) months prior to the start of the course, is eligible to apply. This statement is not all-inclusive in regard to tuition reimbursement.