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Responsible for the overall repair, maintenance, operations and organization of all equipment and inventory for the efficient operation of vehicle and equipment mechanical maintenance. This position is responsible for all District equipment, vehicles, mowers, hand tools, maintenance records, service schedules, shop records, inventory, parts, preventative maintenance, work orders, scheduled repairs and service calls. This position will take directions from the Shop Supervisor, Superintendent of Park Maintenance or designee and will be responsible for making sure that the work orders, overall repairs, and shop operations are fulfilled in accordance with General Maintenance and other applicable standards. This position may also be responsible for assigning and delegating responsibilities to Maintenance II’s and Maintenance III’s in General Maintenance or others as assigned.\nSpecific Responsibilities:\nPerforms mechanical work on all District equipment, vehicles, mowers, hand tools, etc., at the direction and supervision of the Shop Supervisor or other supervisory personnel.\nResponsible and assist in overseeing and performing mechanical duties assuring work orders, maintenance schedules, repairs on vehicles, mowers, heavy and light construction equipment, and other maintenance equipment is conducted in accordance with District standards.\nResponsible and assist in overseeing, maintaining, and controlling inventories of supplies, parts, tools, and equipment required in the operation and maintenance of all District equipment.\nWorks closely with outside mechanical shops in determining the best approach to maintenance of vehicles, mowers and all District equipment which may not be able to be serviced within the Shop, as directed by Shop Supervisor, Superintendent of Park Maintenance, or designee.\nResponsible for maintaining and keeping accurate records of work orders, invoices, inventory, gas/diesel sheets and all other relevant supplies and paperwork.\nAt the direction of the Shop Supervisor, Superintendent of Park Maintenance or designee be required to develop and train employees on a variety of mechanical, technical, safety standards or other areas relevant to effective maintenance operations for General Maintenance or other applicable standards.\nPerforms all other duties assigned by Shop Supervisor, Superintendent of Park Maintenance, or designee.\nRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:\nMust possess requisite knowledge, skills and abilities and previous work experience in performing repairs and maintenance to vehicles, tools and other equipment utilized by the district. \nMust be able to communicate orally, electronically, and in writing, in explaining training, equipment and tool operation, safety standards, etc., as required in accordance with District standards and work orders.\nMust be able to perform simple math and measurement calculations, long hand and with available calculators or other devices.\nMust possess and maintain valid Illinois Driver’s License with a Class “C” endorsement and be insurable under District Liability Insurance.\nMust have an ASE or equal certification in one of a multitude of areas that pertain to this position.\nContinued education on latest trends, techniques, and procedures in maintenance to vehicles, tools and other equipment utilized by the district. \nWorking knowledge of light and heavy maintenance equipment both gas and diesel and automotive apparatuses.\nAbility to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair equipment with accuracy and speed.\nAbility to create effective working relationships with co-workers.\nAbility to diagnose mechanical troubles in both gas and diesel mowers, small engines, heavy equipment and determine appropriate maintenance work.\nKnowledge in welding and fabrications.\nComputer knowledge for record keeping. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel preferred).\nGeneral Requirements:\nMust be able to read and write and have good command of the English language.\nGood oral and written communication.\nPhysical capabilities - lifts fifty pounds, squat, bend and move as necessary for the job.\nMust be able to perform basic mathematics.\nMust possess valid Illinois class “C” Driver’s License.\nMust present a neat and professional appearance.\nResponsible for following policies and procedures outlined in the Springfield Park District employee manual.\nMust live within a 50-mile radius from Bunn Administration building 2500 S 11th Springfield IL 62703 in the State of Illinois or must be willing to move to such a compliant location within the first 6 months of acceptance of a position with the Springfield Park District. \nBenefits:\nPaid individual Health Insurance.\nComplete vision, dental, and life insurance package.\nPaid time off includes 14.5 holidays,10 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 4 personal days per year. \nPaid Uniforms and boot allowance.\nPaid Employee Assistance Plan.\nIMRF pension plan and 457B.\nFree/Discounted Park District Programs\nThe Springfield Park District is an equal opportunity employer. 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