Clean and Safe Maintenance/Events Technician

Maintenance/Events Technician

JOB TITLE: Maintenance / Events Technician

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

DEPARTMENT: CRE/Clean & Safe

SUPERVISOR: CRE Director & Deputy Director

SALARY: $20.27 to $28.38 Hourly

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

This position receives minimal supervision thereby requiring a high degree of reliability. General maintenance includes event set up and take down, snow removal, sweeping, minor landscape and planter maintenance and other physical activities. Public relations include the distribution of literature, providing general information and direction, and positively representing the Cheyenne community. Scheduling is flexible and will include some weekend and evening scheduling.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Primary duty will be to monitor, clean and maintain Municipal properties including parking structures, restrooms, the Depot Plaza, and other downtown facilities.
• Sweep, clear, and maintain sidewalks and curb flow lines. Employ automated and/or manual means to remove snow and ice.
• Clean and maintain street-side trash receptacles and raised planters. Employ automated and/or manual means to maintain grated tree planters and street furniture.
• Monitor and mitigate graffiti, unauthorized/illegal signs, displays and publications.
• Provide general turf maintenance to designated City properties.
• Clean and dispose of hazardous waste safely and appropriately including biohazards.
• Recognize and report to the proper authority suspicious circumstances and persons. Maintain a close working relationship with the local Police Department. Interact professionally and safely with the local transient population.
• Assist in the management, set-up, and execution of special events. This is to include the deployment of vehicles and crowd control equipment.
• Work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and on-call duties.
• Communicate effectively with members of the public. Foster community relationships and act as an ambassador for the community.
  
  

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Raise and lower flags, banners, and seasonal displays.
• Prepare periodic reports detailing major maintenance and unsafe conditions.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.
  
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Perform a variety of additional related duties and functions as assigned.
• Must successfully work independent of constant supervision.
• Become familiar with and operate powered and manual equipment.
• Understanding and executing written or oral instruction.
• Downtown event procedure and calendars.
• Become familiar with the lore and history of Cheyenne, particularly its downtown.
• Learn locations of public services, retail operations, and other downtown businesses.
  
  

Required:

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB

High school diploma or GED.

Possess and maintain a valid driver license.

Preferred:

Familiarity with maintenance equipment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations, communicating with others, reading, and writing. The employee is also required to maintain the physical condition necessary for operating assigned equipment, walking, standing, kneeling, repeated bending or sitting for prolonged periods of time and lifting to 30 pounds. Maintain mental capacity which allows the capability of making sound decisions demonstrating intellectual capabilities.

Working Environment:

Primary work will be performed outdoors which includes exposure to high/freezing temperatures and exposure to the elements. Work closely with others in an office environment utilizing a computer and other office equipment.