Trades Worker

Inframark•Opelika, AL

About The Position

The Trades Worker performs skilled maintenance work on assigned facilities, including carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, painting, roofing, ceiling, drywall, and masonry tasks. The position works under direct supervision and follows established procedures, while deciding how and when to complete assigned tasks. It also assists with maintenance and repair of departmental tools and equipment and performs related clerical work, such as preparing repair cost estimates and completing work orders and routine forms. The role may involve exposure to extreme temperatures, wet or humid conditions, varying light, dust or pollen, intense noise, vibration, fumes, and noxious odors. Safety standards must be followed to mitigate hazards including moving mechanical parts, electrical shock, heights, blood-borne pathogens, traffic, wildlife, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The job requires frequent standing, kneeling, bending, and climbing; using hands to operate and manipulate tools and equipment; and very heavy exertion, including regularly lifting more than 50 pounds and exerting more than 100 pounds of force. Normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing, and depth perception are required. The employee must be willing to work non-standard and overtime hours as required. Offers are contingent on successful background screening, drug testing, and driving-record review where applicable.

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 work non-standard and overtime hours as required.
Ability to use machines, tools, equipment, or work aids with moderate judgment in selecting appropriate items and meeting standards.
Ability to copy, transcribe, enter, or post data or information; assist people with task completion; and potentially instruct or assign duties to coworkers.
Ability to read routine instructions, write routine sentences and complete routine work forms, and speak using standard grammar.
Ability to perform skilled work involving rules and systems, with frequent problem-solving and occasional exposure to unusual pressure.
Ability to meet the physical requirements, including frequent standing, kneeling, bending, and climbing; operating and manipulating tools and equipment; regularly lifting over 50 pounds and exerting over 100 pounds of force; and having normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing, and depth perception.
Adherence to required safety standards and successful completion of applicable background screening, drug testing, and driving-record review.

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 fixtures.
Perform carpentry work, 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 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.