Construction Maintenance Techn III

Essential Functions

• Responsible for grounds maintenance to include mowing, edging, trimming, weeding, landscaping, and debris cleanup in coordination with the State Construction/Maintenance Administrator and the Base Facility Manager.
• Responsible for preventive maintenance and minor repairs of all grounds keeping tools and equipment to include power mowers, edgers, trimmers, blowers, vacuums, trailers, and carts.
• Apply chemical treatments (fertilizers, herbicides, and insecticides) to lawns, flower beds, and pavement areas as required.
• Attend training on safety procedures, tools and equipment operations, and general maintenance procedures as needed.
• Attend staff meetings as required.
• Assists other skilled or licensed tradesmen as mission dictates.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, fixtures, tools and equipment used in various building and maintenance trades.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Knowledge of team dynamics.
• Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.
• Skills to use various tools and equipment, and to construct, maintain or repair various types of structures or equipment.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to supervise the work of others, such as contractors and other non-state employees.
• Ability to write and maintain records and reports.
• Ability to adhere to the state purchasing guidelines.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Education and Experience

• Five (5) years of experience in one or more of the building trades or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift/carry a minimum of 80 pounds.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Able to climb ladders and stairs.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Able to work at heights up to 100 feet.

Conditions Of Employment

• Serves a 12-month probation period.
• Contingent on a favorable NCIC/OSBI background check.
• Contingent on passing a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening.
• T1 security clearance (eligibility for national positions shall be granted only to persons who are U.S. citizens).
• FLSA Nonexempt status.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Available to work if called in due to an emergency.
• Tobacco and vape free facility.
• Contingent on receiving continuous federal funding.