CLASS SPECIFICATION
CLASS TITLE: MAINTENANCE CRAFTSWORKER
DEFINITION:
To perform skilled and lead work in the maintenance and repair of buildings and associated equipment. Assist the facilities supervisor in planning and assigning work, and in the performance of other administrative tasks.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Maintenance Craftsworker is a lead level position and incumbents are capable of performing a variety of construction, maintenance, installation, repair, and operational duties associated with city-owned and leased facilities.
Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Receives general direction from an assigned supervisor or manager.
May provide technical direction to Custodial and/or Part-Time staff.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Inspect buildings and facilities to identify needs for maintenance or repair.
Review requests and work orders to determine most appropriate methods and materials to use.
Prepare and submit estimates of labor and material costs for repair and remodeling projects, and requisitions materials required for approved projects.
Perform skilled carpentry work such as framing, finishing walls and partitions, installing, and repairing doors and constructing cabinets and shelves, using standard carpentry hand tools and shop equipment.
Prepare various types of surfaces for painting or refinishing and applies paint, stains, sealers and other such material by brush, roller, or spray gun.
Install, repair or replace water pipes, faucets, sprinklers, valves, and other plumbing fixtures.
Repair furniture, door closers, windows, floor coverings, small appliances and other fixtures and equipment.
Perform minor roofing, electrical and masonry repair work.
Report and maintain records of work performed and costs of labor and material.
May provide functional supervision over support staff.
Utilizes asset management software for the creation, tracking, and closure of work orders and preventative and periodic maintenance requirements.
Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service. Observes and complies with City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Performs related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of:
Advanced techniques and methods used in the construction, maintenance, and repair of facilities.
General use, purpose, and care of tools and equipment used in maintenance and construction work.
Hazards associated with the work and proper safety precautions.
Vehicle codes and safety practices relevant to operating light and medium duty vehicles and equipment.
CalOSHA standards and regulations as related to the work.
Purposes and uses of a variety of vehicles, equipment, power tools, and hand tools including motorized and hydraulic equipment.
Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment including relevant software programs.
Oral and written communication skills; business English including vocabulary, spelling, and correct grammatical usage and punctuation.
Safe work practices.
Principles and practices of excellent customer service.
Ability to:
Independently perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled duties in the minor construction, maintenance, and repair of facilities.
On an ongoing basis, know and understand operations, and all requirements and essential aspects of the job, know and observe safety rules and identify hazards; intermittently locate, analyze, detect and diagnose problem equipment and determine solutions; locate, adjust and operate tools and equipment; intermittently access, review, interpret and enter or adjust information on documents and work orders, remember instructions and how to operate equipment; interpret and communicate technical and numerical information.
Safely operate a variety of power equipment, tools, and medium duty vehicles.
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions and prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
Read, write, and comprehend the English language at a level necessary for effective job performance exercising correct English usage, vocabulary, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Communicate effectively, tactfully, and positively in both oral and written form.
Operate and use modern office equipment and technology, including computers and applicable software.
Maintain regular attendance and adhere to prescribed work schedule to conduct job responsibilities.
Utilize appropriate safety procedures and practices for assigned duties.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Contribute effectively to the accomplishments of City goals, objectives, and activities.
Education and Experience:
Any combination of education, experience, and training that would provide the best qualified candidates. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
Two years of general maintenance and/or construction experience preferably including experience with commercial facilities.
Special Requirements:
Possession at time of hire and continued maintenance of a valid California Class C driver’s license is required.
Working Conditions:
Work can be performed in indoor and outdoor environments on a year-round basis, subject to typical street or field noise and exposure to loud equipment and machinery, dust, dirt, fumes, vibrations, and other construction site conditions. May be required to work outside of normal business hours including evenings and weekends. Depending upon assignment, may require standby work assignments. Travel is rare.
Employment Type: Full-Time Classified
Bargaining Unit: NCEA
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Established: January 1990
Amended: TBD
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