Trades Worker

Inframark•Opelika, AL

About The Position

The Trades Worker performs skilled maintenance work on facilities, including carpentry, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing tasks related to facility maintenance, repair, and construction. The position works under direct supervision and follows established procedures while deciding how and when to complete assigned tasks. The role may involve exposure to extreme temperatures, wet or humid conditions, varying light, dust or pollen, intense noise, vibration, fumes, and noxious odors. The employee must follow required safety standards to mitigate risks from mechanical parts, electrical shock, heights, blood-borne pathogens, traffic, animals and wildlife, toxic or caustic chemicals, and other identified hazards. Frequent standing, kneeling, bending, and climbing are required, as is regular heavy exertion, including lifting over 50 pounds and exerting over 100 pounds of force. Non-standard and overtime hours may be required.

Requirements

Four years of related experience.
High school diploma or GED and the equivalent of one year of specialized vocational training.
Valid state driver’s license and ability to meet minimum driving standards.
Ability to use machines, tools, equipment, or work aids with moderate judgment in selecting appropriate items or attaining a standard.
Ability to copy, transcribe, enter, or post data or information.
Ability to assist people with task completion and potentially instruct or assign duties to coworkers.
Ability to read routine instructions, write routine sentences, complete routine work forms, and speak using standard grammar.
Ability to perform skilled work involving rules or systems and near-constant problem solving.
Willingness to work non-standard and overtime hours as required.
Ability to operate and manipulate tools and equipment with the hands.
Ability to lift over 50 pounds and exert over 100 pounds of force on a regular basis.
Normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing, and depth perception.

Nice To Haves

HVAC Technician certification.
Plumbing certification.

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair heating and air-conditioning units, including changing belts and filters, performing ductwork, repairing or replacing compressors, recovering Freon, and charging A/C systems.
Perform electrical repairs and maintenance, including running and repairing electrical lines, replacing receptacles and conduits, and replacing bulbs and ballasts in fluorescent light fixtures.
Perform carpentry tasks, including framing, building cabinets and shelves, and repairing existing structures.
Repair or replace toilets, faucets, water lines, drain lines, sewage lines, and floor drains, and install water heaters.
Repair roofs, gutters, skylights, and door canopies; hang doors and frames; and repair doorknobs, locks, hinges, and door closers.
Paint and prime walls, cabinets, ceilings, shelves, and buildings.
Hang, repair, and install acoustical ceiling rails and tiles; repair and install drywall and ceilings.
Assist with masonry projects, including laying brick and block and pouring concrete roadways, sidewalks, building foundations, and loading docks.
Assist with the maintenance and repair of departmental tools and equipment.
Prepare cost estimates for repair jobs and complete work orders and routine job forms.
Perform other duties as required.