04Job Type: Union
Job No.: P-143-26
Salary: $27.51/HR
Department: Parks Department
Posting Dates: 10/27/2026 – 10/29/2026
The City of Providence welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce at all levels of the organization. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit hiring discrimination of any type. All City hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Job Summary
Works under the direct supervision of up-line personnel, performs skilled work in the maintenance and repair of small engine machines and specialized equipment including a variety of bench, hand tools, and machine operations requiring a high degree of accuracy and precision. Monitors stock inventory of equipment, tools and supplies daily and tracks inventory on inventory control software program. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Implementation and use of automated inventory control system to monitor inventory and maintain daily log on all items issued. Regularly track status of inventory on all equipment, parts and stock, submit inventory restock requests as needed. Keeps all inventory records and makes reports as required.
- Performs skilled work in the maintenance and repair of small engine tools and equipment in stock, including, but not limited to lawn mowers, electric generators and motors, transformers and other similar light equipment as needed.
- Performs non-fabricating electric or acetylene welding operations.
- Assists supervisors in planning and ordering materials and supplies needed for assigned tasks.
- Works independently and at times seeks problem-solving solutions and makes sound decisions in the absence of up-line supervisors.
- Responsible, on a daily basis, for the issuance and return of keys to operate the motor fleet and other motorized equipment as assigned to the stockroom.
- Responsible, on a daily basis, for the issuance and return of tools, equipment and supplies used in all facets of park maintenance operations.
- Works a reasonable amount of overtime hours.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent, supplemented with technical courses related to the trade
- Minimum of three (3) years on the job experience as a small engine mechanic, machinist, or welder, and knowledge of the methods, supplies, materials, tools, equipment, and effective practices used in carrying out the duties of the assigned position.
- Must demonstrate accomplished skill and knowledge in the maintenance and repair of small gas engines and electrical systems as they relate to small equipment and power equipment operation.
- Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trades.
- Must be able to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions and interpret manuals associated with the maintenance and repair of equipment.
- Must be able to work from plans, sketches, blueprints and worn and/or broken parts; skilled in locating defects in equipment and in determining the quality of repair work.
- Skill in the use and care of the standard tools and equipment of the mechanical, machinist, electrical, and carpentry trades and in the operation and care of machines and equipment used.
- Must possess and maintain a valid State Driver’s License. Must possess and maintain a valid State Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with airbrake endorsement.
- Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Must be able to use digital asset inventory and work order system.
- Working knowledge of computer operations to include data entry and spread sheets, and ability to implement and use automated inventory control system to maintain logs and prepare reports.
- . Must be able to perform all essential functions of the job.
Training Requirements
Upon Appointment:
- Customer Service Training
- Sexual Harassment, Sensitivity, and Diversity Training
Sustainment:
- Must successfully complete departmental trainings as directed.
- Must maintain a valid State Driver’s License
- Must maintain a valid State Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with airbrake endorsement.
- Customer Service Training every 24 months