General Trades Craftsman

Greetings and thanks for viewing our job post. We're seeking a qualified Skilled Building Trades employee for a State government job opening.

Job Description:

This position performs a variety of semiskilled and skilled building trades work in the repair, maintenance or construction of state buildings and related structures. Duties include, but are not limited to:

· Installs and maintains security, climate control, and other facilities systems within an hour radius.

· May serve as a lead worker and/or supervise support staff.

· Assembles, installs and/or repairs wiring, electrical and electronic components, pipe systems and plumbing, machinery, and equipment.

· Diagnoses and corrects mechanical and structural problems, checking blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs.

· Ensures all maintenance conforms to quality standards and designated timeliness. Handles hazardous materials according to laws and regulations.

· Installs, maintains, evaluates, and repairs any components of the systems.

· Operates plant equipment and building automation systems.

· Operates trade related tools and equipment; maintains/assists an accurate inventory of all materials and equipment.

· Performs basic and skilled painting, carpentry, and roofing tasks.

· Performs general maintenance and repair work on facilities and equipment.

· Performs routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines operate smoothly, efficiently, and physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate.

· Reads, utilizes blueprints, plans, drawings and sketches to determine the work to be performed and resources required.

· Renovates or builds additions to existing facilities.

· Repairs and performs maintenance on plumbing fixtures, lighting, air vents and air conditioning units and facilities.

· Wears safety equipment and observes all safety practices and regulations.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, demonstrate some or all the following skills/experience:

General Mechanical Knowledge.

At least Two years’ experience in installation or repair.

Skilled in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, hardware, lock installation, painting, wallboard, industrial maintenance OR technical school graduate and skilled problem-solver.

Experience in construction of previous facilities preferred but not required.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED and one (1) year of experience in shipping and receiving; or six (6) months of experience at the lower level Supply/Warehouse Clerk 1 (FES010) or position equivalent.--

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