Maintenance Technician

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

GENERAL FUNCTIONS: Incumbents are responsible for performing skilled and semi-skilled
maintenance tasks on City streets and rights-of-way, wastewater collection and storm water systems,
water distribution system, landscaping and building maintenance. This work may include performing
inspections, implementing routine preventative maintenance and repairs, and evaluation of equipment and
supplies as necessary to ensure effective operations. Executing special projects/assignments such as snow
removal and heavy equipment operation may also be necessary.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50
pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Incumbents may
be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals,
oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, work space restrictions, intense noises.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Some work indoors in office or shop environment. Majority of work
preformed outdoors in varying weather conditions. Outdoor work may be performed in inclement weather
under physically demanding situations. Non-traditional work hours may be required with shift and day off
assignments on rotating schedule. Employees in this position are subject to an alcohol and drug testing
program, which complies with state and federal mandates.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Must have obtained a high school diploma or General Educational
Development (GED). Have two to three years of maintenance, construction or trades experience; or, an
equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties
of the job. Must have a valid Alaska driver's license, commercial driver's license (CDL) or ability to
obtain a CDL within six months of hire date.