Maintenance Specialist

The City of Kodiak is recruiting for a full-time Maintenance Specialist in the Parks and Recreation Department. The Department is looking for an experienced team player that has a desire to be a part of a progressive Parks and Recreation Department working hard to serve the needs of our community.

Under general supervision, this advanced journey level position is responsible for independently performing and leading a wide range of activities on City property, streets and right-of-ways, facilities, buildings, and structures that could include: performing routine and non-routine maintenance and repairs; ensuring the application of correct, safe, and effective work methods; lawn care maintenance and landscaping; scheduling work crews and arranging for necessary equipment and materials; park and field maintenance; playground inspection and maintenance; ice rink operations and maintenance; snow removal and ice control; investigating and responding to public questions and concerns; and train and lead the work of assigned employees.

The Parks and Recreation Department provides a variety of services and programs to support and enrich the lives of the residents of Kodiak. The Maintenance Specialist is responsible for providing maintenance, repair, and construction services in a safe, efficient manner and is frequently required to make independent, sound judgements on projects affecting the public health and safety, and to work without direct supervision. The Maintenance Specialist must perform these duties in a manner that reflects positively on the City and the Department.