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Maintenance Technician - Electrical

City of St. Joseph

City of St. Joseph

Other Engineering
St Joseph, MO, USA
USD 38,987-38,987 / year
Posted on Jan 31, 2026
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Position: Maintenance Technician - Electrical
Location: St. Joseph, MO
Job Id: 720
# of Openings: 1

Identification

Job Title: Maintenance Technician (Electrical)
Department: Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities
Division: Park Maintenance
Salary: $38,987.00YR/$18.74375HR
Closing Date: March 9th, 2026

Job Summary/Scope

Performs difficult general maintenance work on park amenities, grounds and facilities. May be assigned intermittent supervisory responsibilities involving small work crews.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Operates equipment such as mowers, trucks, tractors, chainsaws, forklift, bobcat, boom truck and other equipment used in the maintenance of parks.
  • Installs new equipment and amenities.
  • Repairs and renovates all existing amenities, facilities, and grounds.
  • Performs mechanical and electrical work on new construction.
  • Changes field lights at heights approximately 90 feet above playing field.
  • Maintains and repairs air-conditioning, heating, and sprinkler systems.
  • Performs work on high-voltage distribution systems.
  • Repairs and/or replaces transformers, primary voltage switching equipment, lighting arrestors, insulators, and other transmission devices.
  • Performs inspections on load centers, electrical devices and other areas for safety and safe operation.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

  • Secures all park facilities and buildings as necessary.
  • Prepares material lists and order supplies for work projects.
  • Performs inspections of park facilities.
  • May be required to work with or supervise inmates.
  • Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Employee Behavior and Conduct

City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest and respectful.

Required (Essential) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Skills in planning, organizing, and directing crews, operation of trucks, tractors, mowers, chainsaws, forklift, bobcat, boom truck and other equipment used in park maintenance.
  • Skills in reading and understanding construction blueprints.
  • Knowledge of general park maintenance procedures.
  • Knowledge of National Electrical and Local Electrical Codes.
  • Knowledge of department rules and regulations.
  • Ability to work at varying heights including climbing poles at heights ranging as high as ninety feet.
  • Ability to follow oral and/or written instructions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with subordinates and the general public.
  • Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s license (CDL) with Air endorsement preferred.

Material and Equipment Directly Used

Operates a variety of equipment used in routine maintenance, including mowers, trucks, tractors, chainsaws, forklift, bobcat, boom truck and other equipment used in the maintenance of parks. There may be times when use of personal vehicle may be required.

Working Environment/Physical Requirements

Majority of work is performed in an outdoor setting where weather conditions can vary from extreme heat and cold, with high levels of dust, dirt, fumes and noise. Physical activity includes prolonged standing, bending, stooping, lifting, walking and uses arms and hands frequently. Must have the ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 to 75 pounds and assist in lifting objects weighing in excess of 100 pounds. Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes. Vacation and other leave scheduling shall be requested of and approved by the appropriate supervisor.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required. Five or more years of prior experience required to provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Unrestricted electrical journeyman license preferred.
All applicants must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment.
Any job offer made by the City is contingent upon the applicant passing the drug screening and background check.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City is a governmental entity subject to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,
which requires that otherwise qualified handicapped individuals be protected from discrimination.
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