Building Repairer I- Department of Recreation & Parks

Baltimore City • North Fort Myers, FL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

A Building Repairer maintains and repairs the physical structures and utility systems of public buildings. The work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities. Incumbents receive moderate supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek. Work is performed in and outside of public buildings where such conditions as the seasonal extremes of weather, cramped spaces and working at heights from ladders and scaffolding may be encountered. The work requires moderate physical exertion involving the movement of lumber, cement, pipes, and masonry products.

Requirements

• Have a high school diploma or GED certification from an accredited institution.
• Have three years of experience in building repair and maintenance work including experience in four of the five following trades: plumbing, carpentry, painting, masonry or electrical work.
• Six months of additional experience in one of the five above-mentioned trades may be substituted for each year of the high school or GED requirement.
• Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license and eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit.
• PROVISIONAL DRIVER’S LICENSE ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.
• YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH APPLICATION AT TIME OF APPLYING.
• Possession of a City's driver's license may be required within one year of employment.
• Knowledge of the tools, materials, techniques and equipment of four of the five following areas: painting, carpentry, masonry, plumbing or electrical trades.
• Skill in performing painting, carpentry, masonry, plumbing or electrical work.
• Ability to work on ladders and scaffolds.
• Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointments to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.
• All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation.
• Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution.
• Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency.

Benefits

• The city offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans.
• This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees