General Trades Tech

Description

Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults.

Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, 401(k) plan and 457 plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short-term care, life insurance, and employee discount programs; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.

The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of Facilities and Support Services (OFSS) is seeking candidates for the position of General Trades Tech 3. This position is located in Warner Robins, Houston County, Georgia with required travel (2 days/week or as needed) to Fort Valley in Peach County.

Pay Grade
: G

The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) provides a wide range of human services designed to promote self-sufficiency, safety and well‑being for all Georgians. The department is one of the largest agencies in state government with an annual budget of $1.8 billion and nearly 9,000 employees. DHS is comprised of three divisions: the Division of Aging Services, the Division of Child Support Services, and the Division of Family and Children Services.

The Office of Facilities and Support Services (OFSS) provides an enterprise-wide, cross‑divisional approach to the management of facilities, office space and assets, response to emergencies, records management, risk management, fleet management, and transportation services for the Department of Human Services (DHS). OFSS increases efficiency, eliminates duplication of effort, reduces costs, provides consistency and technical expertise across all DHS divisions and offices and enables the department and its employees to be more responsive to customer needs.

Under broad supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled building trades work in the repair, maintenance or construction of state buildings and related structures. Installs and maintains security, climate control and other facilities systems.

Note:

Position may require 24 on‑call availability.

Under general supervision, the General Trades Tech 3 performs complex administrative duties and statistical, financial, or operational data analysis and reporting in support of management decision making in the functional area. Identifies trends, discrepancies, and variances to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations. May partner with other departments, divisions, outside agencies, and vendors to address business issues. Exercises various latitudes of independent judgment.

May administer or provide high-level support for various projects, grants, contracts, implementation of procedures, and/or any specialized functions. Assists with orientation, training or providing task guidance of junior team members.

• Coordinates the engineering, maintenance, renovation, and construction of facilities.
• Oversees the use of contractors and contracted maintenance employees working on company property and equipment, ensuring they work safely and efficiently.
• Reviews plans and conducts on-site inspections to ensure work is performed according to established guidelines.
• Works with the available resources and oversees projects, purchases, preventative maintenance and work orders.
• Responsible for maintaining an efficient parts and supply inventory.
• Manages subordinate supervisors and staff.
• Performs such other duties as may be required from time to time.
• Maintains and promotes a safe working environment.
• Designs and implements safety programs.
• Organizes building and coordinates implemented safety drills.
• Attends all DHS mandatory and unit trainings.
• Responsible for addressing facility breakdowns that can occur after work hours, weekends and holidays.
• Maintains a 24‑hour emergency on-call availability.

• Good analytical/critical thinking.
• High multi-tasking ability.
• Good work habits and ability to manage time well.
• Leadership skills and ability to work well with other employees.
• Must be independent and work well with internal and external customers.

• High school diploma/GED and three (3) years of experience in building repairs and maintenance or in the specific area of assignment.
• OR two (2) years of experience at the lower level General Trades Tech 2 (FET
  031) or position equivalent.

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Technical experience a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.

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