Physical Plant Maintenance/Trades Mechanic II

State of Delaware•Dover, DE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A class incumbent performs at the full performance level carrying out routine and preventative maintenance on physical plants; bridges and equipment; working on on-going and short term projects to help ensure efficient operations of physical plant facilities; bridges and/or upkeep and restoration of historical buildings. This position must be available to work overtime as needed, and during storm events and other emergency events on short notice and in some cases no advance notice. Upon satisfactory completion of department promotional standards and job requirements, employees may be eligible to be promoted to the next level.

Requirements

Six months experience in operating and maintaining a variety of equipment, hand and power tools used in trades fields such as plumbing, carpentry, painting or HVAC.
Six months experience in performing work in a variety of trades fields such as plumbing, carpentry, painting or HVAC.
Knowledge of interpreting blueprints, schematics or technical drawings.
Knowledge of record keeping.
Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Nice To Haves

Possess a valid CDL Class A or B drivers license OR obtain one during the initial 90-day probationary period.

Responsibilities

Renovates equipment, builds partitions, furniture and structures to extend usage and/or meet specific needs.
Performs maintenance in one or more trade fields including plumbing, carpentry, painting and assists in complex or large-scale projects.
Inspects facilities, makes basic repairs to systems, structures and equipment and is engaged in preventative maintenance program.
Inspects, maintains and repairs HVAC operation, water supply, pumps, wells, sanitary systems, compressors, treatment and disposal plants.
May perform maintenance and preventative maintenance of vehicles and operate heavy equipment.
Maintains records of materials, jobs, and other pertinent information.
May perform highway lighting or drawbridge maintenance.