Property Maintenance Technician

Description

Job Title: Property Maintenance Technician Department: Property Maintenance Reports To: Property Maintenance Coordinator Job Summary: Under the direction of the Property Maintenance Coordinator resolves nuisance complaints related to garbage, trash, overgrown vegetation, health matters, sanitation, junk, abandoned vehicles, etc. for the City of Great Bend. This position is FLSA non-exempt. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Property Maintenance Coordinator resolves nuisance complaints related to garbage, trash, overgrown vegetation, health matters, sanitation, junk, abandoned vehicles, etc. for the City of Great Bend. A. Responds to public concerns about the appearance of property. 1. Inspects property based upon public complaints or upon own initiative. 2. Interprets City ordinances for the investigation of possible violations of policy regarding the appearance of property. 3. Delivers and provides follow-up on corrective notices when violations are discovered. 4. Occasionally help clean up property, mow, etc. B. Develops, monitors, and maintains a tracking system of public complaints received and the City’s response to issues related to the appearance of property. 1. Responds back to the complaining party when necessary. 2. Provides reports to the Governing Body. 3. Presents abatement requests to the Governing Body when violations are not corrected within a specified time. C. Prepares listing for unpaid abatements to be given to the Municipal Court. D. Appears in Municipal Court as necessary to testify regarding abatements and violations of City ordinances. E. Performs all operations in a safe manner to avoid personal injury and property damage. F. Performs other duties as assigned or required. Qualifications: A. Demonstrate knowledge of the principles, objectives, practices, and procedures of the Property Maintenance Department. B. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. C. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with governing body, city administrator, department heads, employees and the public. D. Ability to use sound judgment and common sense, think logically, and make appropriate decisions. E. Demonstrate working knowledge of computers and modern office practices. F. Ability to understand and anticipate problems, prepare reports, interpret data, and understand manuals, articles, reports, and written instructions. G. Valid Kansas driver’s license required. Working Conditions: Work may be both inside and outside. Inside work will involve physical activity associated with working in an office setting. Outside work may involve the risk of bodily injury, and/or exposure to odors. Work may involve physical activity such as lifting, pulling, pushing, carrying, and involves handling, seeing, hearing, listening, and talking.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, or Experience

Education/Experience: Requires a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent. At least three to five years of related experience is preferred, especially in the area of resolving public concerns.