Job Information
City of Independence Maintenance I - Park in Independence, Kansas
This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13191865
February 27, 2025
MAINTENANCE IPARK
The City of Independence will accept applica ons at Kansas Works, 317 N. Penn Avenue, Independence, KS 67301, or
online at the Citys website, for Maintenance I for work at Riverside Park and Ralph Mitchell Zoo. Click on Jobs at the
City on the home page, www.independenceks.gov.
Basic Func on
Under supervision, repairs, cleans, and maintains park and zoo grounds and facili es.
Essen al Du es and Responsibili es
Drives maintains and repairs playground equipment, carousel, and miniature train
Performs equipment and vehicle inspec ons
Operates and drives a variety of light and heavy equipment as directed
Maintains and repairs all park buildings and restroom facili es
Assists with landscaping du es such as mowing, trimming and gardening
Performs addi onal du es as assigned
Qualifica ons
Ability to perform manual labor related to maintenance and repair of buildings and recrea onal equipment
Ability to work in extreme temperatures and consistently li over fi y pounds
Knowledge of simple hand tools
Ability to understand and follow oral and wri en instruc ons and direc ons
Educa on and Experience
Comple on of high school or GED required
One year experience performing manual labor preferred
Special Requirements
A current Kansas drivers license
Must be available to work nights, over me, and weekends
Physical Requirements
Primarily moderate to occasional intense physical effort is required. Individual must be able to sit, carry, stoop,
kneel, crouch, reach, grasp, speak, and listen for extended periods of me.
Working Condi ons
Work involves frequent exposure to unpleasant elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes,
smoke, loud noises, chemicals, etc.
NOTE: Final applicants will submit to a drug and background screenings.
SALARY: The salary range for this posi on is \$15.09 to \$21.88 per hour, depending on experience.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open un l filled.
THE CITY OF INDEPENDENCE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER