General Mechanic

Duties

• Work from verbal or written descriptions or from drawings or sketches to design, plan, layout and complete a variety of general trades projects.
• Makes recommendations for repair/correction/resolution of facility and grounds maintenance needs.
• May draw rough sketches or prepare plans to scale from verbal or written instructions to accomplish a project.
• Reviews in-house work requests, visits jobsite to determine materials needed to complete projects.
• Conducts inspections of the facility to determine maintenance needs and recommends priorities for repair based on the nature of the maintenance problem.
• Provides recommendations for the type, quantity and quality of materials needed to accomplish a project.
• Provides verbal instruction and/or demonstrates proper trade techniques and the proper use of tools and equipment.
• Completes Purchase Order (PO) and Purchase Requisition documentation.
• Assembles materials, tools and equipment needed.
• Tracks inventory and controls of the distribution of tools and equipment and maintains such equipment.
• Performs supervisory duties at assigned facility/s and fills-in for supervisor during absences.
• Assists in the preparation and provides input for the written performance evaluations of subordinate employees.
• Performs routine semiskilled maintenance and repair in other trades as trained and required such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and masonry.
• Works independently with minimal supervision or with other individuals in a project/team setting in accordance with supervisory guidance and direction.
• Assists with repairs and upkeep of facility structures and building systems from foundation to roof; interior and exterior.
• Performs general grounds maintenance tasks such as clearing sites, mowing lawns, maintaining roads and sidewalks, snow and ice removal, collection/pick-up of trash and other obstructions from in and around the building and surrounding areas.
• Assists with Non-military Use Program (NMU) requirements.
• Periodically completes overtime work, especially during winter months.

Job Requirements

• Working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local codes, standards, rules and regulations for the trade or trades to which assigned.
• Working knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the trade or trades to which assigned.
• Ability to operate and maintain assigned tools, machinery and equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Working knowledge of skilled and semi-skilled trades.
• Working knowledge of safety standards and procedures.
• Ability to train others in trade skills and tasks to complete assigned projects.
• Ability to plan and schedule work, including determining staff, equipment, and supplies needed.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, diagrams, architectural blueprints and specifications.
• Ability to supervise effectively and fill in for Supervisor when necessary to meet operational needs.
• Ability to work outside in various temperatures and inclement weather for extended periods of time.
• Ability to analyze project needs and communicate same to supervisor.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle, other motorized equipment and a variety of construction equipment.
• Ability to perform routine repairs and maintenance on equipment and facility structures.
• Ability to make standard arithmetic computations to address the size and scale of various project details; and to calculate the quantity of materials and labor required to complete such project.
• Ability to get along with and interact well with different groups of people, including co-workers, management, both Federal and State personnel and the public utilizing the facility.
• Ability to follow directions, ensure follow through and completion of assignments and seek assistance or report concerns when needed.
• Ability to work comfortably at heights such as climbing ladders, working on scaffolds, platforms and lifts.
• Ability to push, pull, lift and carry heavy objects and equipment (50+ lbs).
• Ability to work in confined spaces in accordance with requirements.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Reliability and trustworthiness.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Utilize computer software and databases to maintain facility operations information – minimally Microsoft Office, the Statewide Financial System (SFS) and the Statewide Learning Management Systems (SLMS).