Maintenance Technician I

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Posting Number

4007P

Position Title

Maintenance Technician I - 955

Department

Public Works

Job Code

02397

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Union Code/Affiliation

Local 955

Division

BUILDING MAINTENANCE

Job Description Summary

The purpose of this job is to perform a variety of manual and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance and repair of equipment, facilities, and grounds.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities - The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description

Maintains cleanliness of city facilities.

Conducts preventative maintenance of structures and equipment; performs minor repairs to fixtures as directed.

Assists with ordering, maintaining, and distributing supplies.

Repairs or replaces appliances and equipment.

Paints prepared surfaces.

Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No supervisory authority. Work may require providing guidance and training to others.

Human Collaboration and Job Impact - This area describes the personal interaction with others outside direct reporting relationships as well as the impact the job has on organization, the department or unit objectives, the output of services, or employee or public satisfaction

Work requires regular interaction involving exchange and receipt of information.

Interactions have significant impact on the organization in terms of time, money, or public/employee relations.

Fiscal Responsibility

Position has no fiscal responsibility.

Education and Experience - An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

1 year of related experience.

Licenses or Certifications

Depending on the assignment, it may require Pesticide Applicator Certification or other relevant certification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position

Knowledge of:

Standard practices, methods, materials, tools, and equipment of building trades.

Safety standards and protocols.

Basic arithmetic.

Skill in:

Estimating time and materials needed to complete jobs.

Communicating verbally and in writing to meet the needs of the audience.

Solving a variety of problems.

Listening and following directions.

Working independently.

Ability to:

Use and maintain tools and equipment.

Provide high levels of effective customer service.

Read and understand directions.

Maintain effective interpersonal relationships.

Recognize and solve problems.

Focus on tasks.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Positions assigned to the airport are required to successfully pass an annual Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check.

Work Environment - Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job

Work Environment

Office or similar indoor environment - Sometimes

Outdoor environment -Frequently/Often

Street environment (near moving traffic) - Frequently/Often

Construction site - Sometimes

Confined space - Sometimes

Vehicle - Frequently/Often

Warehouse environment - Sometimes

Shop environment - Frequently/Often

Right-of-way environment - Sometimes

Exposures

Individuals who are hostile or irate - Sometimes

Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) - Sometimes

Extreme heat (above 100 degrees) - Sometimes

Communicable diseases - Frequently/Often

Moving mechanical parts - Frequently/Often

Fumes or airborne particles - Frequently/Often

Toxic or caustic chemicals/substances - Sometimes

Loud noises (85+ decibels) -Frequently/Often

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

This position involves frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards, and the majority of work is performed outside or with exposure to risk.

Incumbents may be required to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly, having to move objects.

Incumbents required to bend, stoop, reach, twist, dig, climb stairs, balance, grasp, push, feel attributes of objects, and operate mechanical equipment.

Hours/Days

7:30 AM to 4:00 PM M - F

Starting Salary

$38,667-$47,590 Minimum-Midpoint; Commensurate with training and experience.

Pay Grade

105

Number of Positions Available

1

Deadline to Apply

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is open until filled, but has a preferred application date of Friday, October 24, 2025. Submit before this date for consideration for the interviews.

Notice to Applicants

Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call 573.874.CITY (2489)

TTY: 711 (MO RELAY)

THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: MALE / FEMALE

THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING

The City of Columbia participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program