GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs skilled work in the maintenance, repair, and alteration of buildings and mechanical and electrical equipment and fixtures; performs related work as required. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Performs skilled tasks in the repair, maintenance, and installation of heating systems, plumbing fixtures and equipment, including water pipes, faucets, valves, joints, traps, and sewer systems. Performs skilled tasks in the alteration, repair and maintenance of buildings, floors, stairways, partitions, doors, windows, screens, wood fixtures and furniture, builds cabinets, counters, and special articles such as racks and shelves for ambulances and other fire apparatus. Performs skilled tasks in the maintenance, repair, and installation of refrigeration, ventilation, kitchen, laundry, elevator, and other mechanical equipment. May test and repair electrical light and power distribution circuits, equipment and appliances, makes connections to new electrical installations, removes and replaces defective wiring and conduits. Assists in the installation of the Gamewell system. May perform minor plastering, cement work, interior and exterior painting. Replaces broken window glass; repairs or replaces window cords. Plans work; estimates materials and supplies required; inspects work site; reads blueprints to determine nature of work indicated; interprets diagrams; charts and specifications; requests supplies and equipment. Maintains records of work performed and materials used. Operates power equipment such as drill presses, lathes, planers, saws, sanders, welders, and other equipment; also miscellaneous hand tools.