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SUMMARY:

• Under general supervision, performs a variety of skilled duties in the maintenance, repair, remodel and construction of City buildings and facilities.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISITICS:

• This is a single tiered position in the building maintenance division of the Public Works Department. This position reports to the Facility Maintenance Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Performs a variety of duties in the building maintenance and construction trades such as carpentry, painting, plumbing, locksmith, and a basic knowledge of electrical, welding, concrete and masonry work.
• Performs rough and finished carpentry construction and repair; such as refinishing floors, furniture, cabinets and other wood items; hang doors and install wall paneling, wall partitions, ceilings and windows. Constructs and installs cabinets and shelves, build walls, install, inspect and repair roofing.
• Frames, installs, tapes, finishes and textures sheetrock, drywall, acoustical ceiling and other wall construction materials remodels office areas.
• Prepares surfaces for painting, paints walls, ceilings, furniture, cabinets and other exterior and interior surfaces. Erects, rigs and moves scaffolding and platforms.
• Installs, maintains and repairs plumbing fixtures and waste disposal systems; cut, thread and replace gas and water pipes. Installs and maintains toilets, urinals, sinks, faucets, drinking and decorative fountains and water heaters.
• Adjust and perform emergency repairs to plumbing equipment and systems including repairing broken pipes, cleaning plugged drains, draining pipes, replacing washers, faucets and floats, pipe soldering, repairing and/or cleaning spouts and gutters, cleaning grease traps and flushing or unplugging sewer lines.
• Performs general welding work on various items and structures.
• Assists in the preparation of labor and material estimations for projects. Purchases supplies and materials. Prepares and maintains purchase orders, invoices and truck inventory records.
• Completes construction and maintenance of other structures and facilities including sidewalks, small structures, fountains, furniture, and other complex facilities.
• Ability to take the lead on a project, if assigned.
• Ability to supervise Department of Correction inmates.
• Provides assistance for community events.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:\ Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses:

• High School diploma or equivalent GED certificate.
• Two (2) years experience in maintenance and general contractor work: or
• An equivalent combination of training and work experience that provides the required knowledge and skills.
• Valid State of Arizona Drivers license.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of equipment, materials, methods and techniques used in a variety of skilled construction and bu lding maintenance duties and trades.
• Knowledge of proper operation and maintenance of tools, equipment and machinery used in the skilled building trades.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance principles and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes, ordinances, fire regulations and safety precautions.
• Skill in performing a variety of journey-level construction, maintenance, repair and remodeling in trades such as carpentry, painting, plumbing, locksmith, welding, and concrete.
• Skill in reading, interpret and applying applicable building codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Skill in operating a variety of equipment including heavy machinery, saws, pipe cutter and threaded, locksmith equipment and a variety of hand and power tools.
• Skill in reading blueprints, shop drawings and sketches.
• Skill in working independently with little direction.
• Skill in directing the activities of youth workers and inmates as assigned.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

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