General Trades Tech 3

Human Services, Department of•Lawrenceville, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of Facilities and Support Services (OFSS) is seeking candidates for the position of General Trades Tech 3. This position is located in Gwinnett County, Georgia. The Office of Facilities and Support Services (OFSS) provides an enterprise wide, cross-divisional approach to the management of facilities, office space and assets, response to emergencies, records management, risk management, fleet management, and transportation services for the Department of Human Services (DHS). OFSS increases efficiency, eliminates duplication of effort, reduces costs, provides consistency and technical expertise across all DHS Divisions and Offices and enables the department and its' employees to be more responsive to customer needs. The OFSS Services Section (TSS) operates the Coordinated Transportation System. This system provides essential transportation services to elderly, those with developmental disabilities and disadvantaged individuals who are clients of the Department of Human Services (DHS), the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) and Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA). Under general supervision, the General Trades Tech 3 performs complex administrative duties and statistical, financial, or operational data analysis and reporting in support of management decision making in functional area. Identifies trends, discrepancies, and variances to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations. May partner with other departments, divisions, outside agencies, and vendors to address business issues. Exercises various latitudes of independent judgment. May administer or provide high level support for various projects, grants, contracts, implementation of procedures, and/or any specialized functions. Assists with orientation, training or providing task guidance of junior team members. Note: Position may require 24 on-call availability.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED AND three (3) years of experience in building repairs and maintenance or in the specific area of assignment; OR Two (2) years of experience at the lower level General Trades Tech 2 (FET031) or position equivalent.
Good analytical/critical thinking.
High multi-tasking ability.
Maintains a 24-hour emergency on call availability.
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office programs.

Nice To Haves

Strong written and oral communication skills.
Technical experience a plus.
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.

Responsibilities

Supervises, guides, and/or instructs the work assignments of subordinate staff.
Coordinates the engineering, maintenance, renovation, and construction of facilities.
Oversees the use of contractors and contracted maintenance employees working on company property and equipment, ensuring they work safely and efficiently.
Reviews plans and conducts on-site inspections to ensure work is performed according to established guidelines.
Works with the available resources and oversees projects, purchases, preventative maintenance and work orders.
Responsible for maintaining an efficient parts and supply inventory.
Manages subordinate supervisors and staff.
Perform such other duties as may be required from time to time.
Must have leadership skills and be able to work well with other employees.
Good work habits and ability to manage time well.
Maintains and promotes a safe working environment.
Design and implement safety programs.
Responsible for addressing facility breakdowns that can occur after work hours, weekends and holidays.