Skilled Trades Worker

Summary

Under limited supervision, performs and oversees a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work in the maintenance ofCity properties/buildings, and performs related duties as assigned.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Which are not in any hierarchical order)

1. Troubleshoots maintenance problems involving painting, carpentry, electrical, structural, plumbing and equipment repair or replacement.

2. Performs and oversees preventive building maintenance efforts involving writing work orders, scheduling staff, ensuring work quality and on-time completion.

3. Coordinates and oversees the efforts of outside contractors.

4. Purchases supplies, equipment, and materials necessary to complete projects.

5. Performs journey level maintenance work in one or more trades.

6. Performs repairs, maintenance, and installation of electrical equipment.

7. Performs minor plastering, cement work, concrete work, asphalt pavement patching, interior painting, and exterior painting.

8. Performs maintenance, repairs, and installations of refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation, and other mechanical equipment.

9. Performs general remodeling repair and maintenance work on city facilities and equipment; performs skilled, semi-skilled, and manual work functions involving building remodeling/renovation carpentry, roofing and general repairs, and ensures work is in compliance with applicable rules and regulations.

10. Plans/coordinates remodeling projects; inspects existing buildings, reviews layout of proposed projects, and makes calculations to determine necessary work and materials; schedules work; inspects completed work/project.

11. Operates a variety of machinery, equipment and tools associated with the project.

12. Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep equipment and tools in operable condition.

13. Follow safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.

14. Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service or assistance.

15. Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, vendors, contractors, the public and others as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information and resolve problems.

16. Assists in the selection, training, and evaluation of maintenance staff.

17. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Salary

$26.22 Hourly (Pay Grade 54)

Excellent Benefits!

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED(education will be verified using the "Education Requirements" listed below) andfive (5) years journeyman level experience in building maintenance, or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

A valid Florida driver's license is required. For application purposes, a valid driver's license from any state (equivalent to a State of Florida Class

E) may be utilized; with the ability to obtain the State of Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days from date of employment.

Education Requirements :
To be considered valid (or verified) for position qualification purposes, and consistent with City Hiring Policy 4-5, a High School, GED or equivalent diploma, and all higher education degrees or certifications must have been issued by:

a) a public education institution in the State of Florida or any State or Territory of the United States; or

b) an institution accredited by an accrediting organization that is recognized by the Florida Department of Education or the U.S. Department of Education; or

c) an institution that is accredited by an organization that is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA); or

d) an institution whose degree or certification is accepted by institutions identified in either a, b or c above for the purpose of admission to institutions identified in either a, b, or c above.

International degrees will be evaluated to determine if they satisfy qualification requirements.

Special Driving Requirements:

Have not lost any driving privileges by reason of revocation, suspension or denial of license, or have been convicted and/or had an adjudication withheld of three or more moving violations or,

Havenot hadone DUI (Driving Under the Influence) in any preceding twenty-four (24) month period. License suspension of two weeks or less or suspensions based only on non-moving violations that have been cleared will not automatically result in revocation of driving privileges.

Have not had more than one DUI (conviction or adjudication withheld) in Florida or any other state within the past ten (10) years.

Additional Details

The selection process for this position may consist of any, all or a combination of the following tests: evaluation of training and experience, written examination, structured oral interview or other assessment method.

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