Maintenance Mechanic III - Small Engine Mechanic

The City of Norfolk's Department of Parks and Recreation is currently seeking a Maintenance Mechanic II for the Bureau of Parks & Forestry. This is a mid-level position for the repair of portable equipment used by the Bureau Parks & Forestry. The candidate should be familiar with Zero turn mowers, pull behind mowers, and small mowers and other equipment used in landscaping operations. Main responsibilities for this position will be daily repair and preventive maintenance, tire repair and operation of a service truck as needed. The candidate should have knowledge of bench and hand held grinders, metric and standard sockets and wrenches that are used for repairing equipment. Preventative maintenance on mowers will also be a part of this job.  Any small engine equipment repair experience is a plus.

Norfolk's department of Parks and Recreation is proud to announce it has been awarded national accreditation by the Commission for Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies. This ensures we will continue to provide quality recreational services that enrich the lives of Norfolk's residents. The City of Norfolk Cemetery Fund produces annual revenues in excess of $2.5 million.

Essential functions include but are not limited to:

• Maintains equipment by conducting major repairs to portable equipment used by the Bureau Parks & Forestry, repairing tractors, out front mowers, weed eaters, blowers and emergency equipment.
• Conducts minor repairs by performing daily maintenance, repair, and preventative maintenance on frequently used equipment.
• Performs related duties such as tire repair and operation of a service truck as needed.
• Supervises and oversees repair shop and yard in absence of supervisor by taking care of daily time sheets and work tickets, assigning tasks, and evaluating performance.
• The candidate should have knowledge of bench and handheld grinders, metric and standard sockets and wrenches that are used for repairing equipment. 
• Performs related duties by writing specifications on equipment purchases.

Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency.

Two years' experience as Maintenance Mechanic II or in performing basic mechanical repairs to landscaping equipment.

Experience operating a service truck providing field maintenance to repair on small equipment, preferred

• Valid Driver's License, required
• Forklift Operator's License, required
• VA CDL required

Work Location: 2839 Dana Street, Norfolk, VA 23509

Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM.  Work hours may change seasonally

Salary : $48,666 - $81,533