Trades Technician I

Largo•Largo, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs maintenance and repair work in one or more skilled or semi-skilled trade areas and reports to a supervisor. The role assists Trades Technician II staff and supports work across facilities management, solid waste, environmental services, or recreation, parks, and arts, depending on assignment. Employees are expected to reflect the City’s mission, vision, and values; support a high-performance work culture; manage assignments and follow safety and risk-management procedures; and collaborate with colleagues with accountability and a positive attitude. The position may involve general maintenance and repairs, minor carpentry, painting, concrete and masonry work, equipment and container repairs, operating construction equipment and vehicles, and planning or ordering materials. Duties vary by assignment and may include commercial dumpster delivery and repair, compactor maintenance, wastewater facility and equipment work, utility locating, playground and hardscape inspection and repair, and maintaining related records and work orders. The job is primarily outdoors, including driving. Employees may be required to work during declared or undeclared emergencies, be recalled at any time, work irregular hours or at locations other than their normal work location, and perform duties beyond those in the official job description. The position is safety-sensitive and requires drug testing. Additional security clearance may be required for access to police facilities or electronic data.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and one to three years of experience as a helper in a skilled trade, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Valid driver's license; a valid Florida driver's license is required for driving duties.
Familiarity with common practices, processes, materials, and tools in numerous skilled trades.
Mechanical aptitude.
For Public Works Solid Waste assignments, a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B is required.
Ability to perform the physical and sensory requirements described for the role, including working in confined or uneven spaces and operating equipment.

Nice To Haves

For Public Works Facilities assignments, a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist Trades Technician II with assigned maintenance operations and minor repairs.
Measure and cut wire; carry tools and wire; paint signs, facilities, and containers; perform concrete and masonry work; and operate construction equipment as needed.
Drive container trucks and pickup trucks, and help plan work, order materials, and calculate job needs.
Assist with minor repairs to office furniture and perform minor carpentry, plumbing, electrical, or air-conditioning-related maintenance, depending on assignment.
Carry materials and supplies; file and saw tools, sharpen tools, and keep equipment in proper working order.
Operate commercial container trucks to deliver and remove commercial dumpsters and operate forklifts, as assigned.
Repair City dumpsters, garbage containers, and compactors, including work that may involve cutting torches, welders, and electrical or hydraulic repairs.
Perform and assist with preventative maintenance on City-owned compactors and maintain Solid Waste facilities; complete work orders and assist with other Solid Waste operations as needed.
Pressure wash and clean floats at sanitary sewer lift stations; remove floating debris from wet wells; and maintain flow meter boxes.
Repair equipment at plants and lift stations, locate utilities, and update utility maps.
Assist with installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical equipment and conduct routine voltage and amperage tests.
Assist Utility Mechanics or make minor repairs to wastewater-related equipment, small gas-powered equipment, small piping, and specialized equipment.
Use computerized maintenance management software for work requests, work orders, and timesheets.
Inspect and repair playground equipment and hardscapes; maintain GPS records of park equipment and hardscapes; and prepare an annual report.
Support honest and transparent decision-making, collaborate with team members, take ownership of assignments, and encourage a positive attitude.
Perform related duties as required and respond to emergencies as directed.