General Maintenance Tech - Electrical and Plumbing/HVAC

York County•Yorktown, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs semi-skilled work in a variety of trades to include carpentry, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing; work is done in the construction, maintenance, and repair of County buildings, facilities and utilities. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to, performing roofing and structural inspections and repairs. Incumbent must be available to respond to calls for service after normal working hours or on a rotational basis. This position is considered an essential position which requires the individual to report to work during inclement and extreme weather conditions or as conditions warrant. Assists with skilled carpentry work as required, to include framing, trim work, and other building maintenance tasks including but not limited to, installing partitions, doors, roofing and painting. Performs semi-skilled work in the areas of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC work to building systems to include lighting, wiring, troubleshooting, and general maintenance; works either independently on more routine work or assists journey or master level trades workers with various projects. Makes repairs to plumbing such as faucets, and unstopping drains. Plans and lays out work from blueprints, drawings, or verbal instructions. Plans or assists in planning for major projects; estimates time and materials needed. Removes old conduits and installs new conduit either independently or as part of a team doing renovation work; assists with installations of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and various facility systems such as generators, power panels, wiring, air handles, and compressors. Make sure that all related documentation such as work orders, receipts and receiving reports are completed and submitted. Reviews computerized work order system for assignments and documents labor and materials. Performs routine preventive maintenance tasks such as changing filters and belts, and lubricating bearings and motors. Operates motor vehicles and equipment and performs general maintenance, repair, and construction tasks. Performs a variety of preventive maintenance tasks involved in the inspection and maintenance of HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems, as well as facility structural aspects such as roofs, doors etc. Assists the County Sign Technician in the design, production, repair, and installation of street and facility signage for County and school system facilities on an as needed basis.

Requirements

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school, supplemented by vocational course work.
2-4 years’ experience doing increasingly skilled trades work in one or more areas.
Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Successful completion of pre-employment checks (criminal history, background, and DMV record checks).
General knowledge of common terminology, tools, and practices of carpentry, plumbing, and electrical trades.
General knowledge of OSHA standards and occupational hazards and safety precautions.
General knowledge of the use and characteristics of common building materials.
Basic use and knowledge of networked computers and common applications (e-mail, Microsoft Office, asset management software).
Semi-skilled in performing electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and other drawings.
Ability to plan projects and estimate time and materials required.
Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment including mechanics' tools, carpenters' tools, electrical tools, plumbing tools, etc.
Must be able to operate a motor vehicle.
Must be able to lift and move equipment weighing between 50-100 pounds.
Ability to routinely climb stairs and ladders.
Ability to perform crawling when working in attic spaces.
Ability to perform bending, stooping, standing, and walking.

Nice To Haves

General knowledge of computer graphic software and other related computer aided design software preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs semi-skilled work in carpentry, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing for construction, maintenance, and repair of County buildings, facilities, and utilities.
Performs roofing and structural inspections and repairs.
Responds to calls for service after normal working hours or on a rotational basis.
Reports to work during inclement and extreme weather conditions as an essential position.
Assists with skilled carpentry work, including framing, trim work, installing partitions, doors, roofing, and painting.
Performs semi-skilled electrical, plumbing, and HVAC work, including lighting, wiring, troubleshooting, and general maintenance.
Assists journey or master level trades workers with various projects.
Makes repairs to plumbing systems, such as faucets and unstopping drains.
Plans and lays out work from blueprints, drawings, or verbal instructions.
Plans or assists in planning for major projects, estimating time and materials.
Removes old conduits and installs new conduit.
Assists with installations of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and facility systems (generators, power panels, wiring, air handlers, compressors).
Completes and submits related documentation, including work orders, receipts, and receiving reports.
Reviews computerized work order system for assignments and documents labor and materials.
Performs routine preventive maintenance tasks (changing filters and belts, lubricating bearings and motors).
Operates motor vehicles and equipment, performing general maintenance, repair, and construction tasks.
Performs preventive maintenance on HVAC, electrical, plumbing systems, and facility structural aspects (roofs, doors).
Assists the County Sign Technician with design, production, repair, and installation of signage.