GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs a variety of working level skilled maintenance tasks requiring a wide range of skills including carpentry, plumbing, painting, boiler maintenance, and general grounds and custodial care.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the Facilities Superintendent.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Facilities Construction & Remodel: Performs a variety of complex, skilled duties related to the construction, maintenance and repair of city buildings and facilities; , backup power systems, switching equipment etc.; maintains, repairs, maintains light fixtures, ; monitors mechanical apparatus such as motors, belts, pulleys etc. to assure proper operation;

Inventory Monitoring: Monitors typical inventory requirements for ongoing projects; ; obtains tools from storage area needed to perform.

Ongoing Maintenance & Prevention: Performs preventive maintenance on facility systems and equipment; ; maintains boilers, domestic hot water systems and pumps; maintains utility systems, athletic facilities and similar structures; .

Performs general maintenance on various types of buildings, equipment and systems, i.e.., motors, pumps, valves, bearings, floats, pulleys, belts, switches, relays, plugs, light ballasts, light photo cells, fuses, circuit breakers, timers, transformers, , door hardware, floor and ceiling repair, dry wall, painting, caulking, etc.; repairs concrete installations.

Performs installation and repair of plumbing piping and fixtures, assures proper pump size to achieve required pressure; performs routine plumbing; clears and cleans drain obstructions; maintains sinks, urinals, toilets' assists tradesman in plumbing work.

Performs general carpentry; maintains physical aspects of the city buildings such as window and door frames, woodwork; fabricates shelving, repairs furniture; repairs or replaces locks; assists tradesman in carpentry work.

Monitors status of buildings and facilities regarding safety standards; makes recommendations related to the replacement or upgrading of facilities to comply with established safety codes and regulations.

Performs related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Education and Experience

A. Graduation from high school or equivalent.

AND

B. Two (2) years of experience involving building maintenance requiring skill in carpentry, plumbing, and other related fields;

OR

C. An equivalent combination of education and experience.

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2. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Working level knowledge of construction techniques, and methods related to carpentry, plumbing, or computerized maintenance systems; methods, materials and equipment used in the operation and all maintenance and repair of plumbing fixtures; hazards associated with caustic chemicals and acids; mechanical systems, boilers, small motors, etc.; interpersonal communication skills.

Some Skill in performing various mechanical, and general maintenance and construction duties, i.e., carpentry, plumbing or some other construction field; use of a variety of hand and power tools such as hammers, saws, wrenches, sanders and other tools common to building maintenance and repair.

Ability to diagnose mechanical, ; determine needs for services and supplies necessary to carry out the task; lift and carry moderately heavy loads; operate grounds equipment and power tools; communicate effectively, verbally and in writing; develop effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers and the public; to work independently: deal effectively with stress caused by work load and time deadlines.

3. Special Qualifications:

4. Work Environment:

Workers generally perform in a physically demanding environment. Tasks require variety of physical activities, generally involving some muscular strain, such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, lifting, etc. Work from ladders, s affolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair equipment, or fixtures. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions and is may be exposed to wet and/or winter conditions; works near moving mechanical parts, vibration and risk of electrical shock, works in high, precarious places, exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and may work with chemicals such as paint, lacquer, paint thinner, and roof foam, occasionally works within enclosed spaces; talking, hearing and seeing essential to the performance of the job. Common eye, hand, finger dexterity needed. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking. Frequent local travel required in normal course of job performance.