Building Trades Technician III – Parks and Recreation Position Available In Cobb, Georgia

Building Trades Technician III – Parks and Recreation

Salary
$2325 Hourly
Location Parks and Recreation Department Marietta, GA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
04128
Department
Parks
Opening Date
04/30/2025
Closing Date
5/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Grade Code
108
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
QUESTIONS
Position Information
This position is located within the Parks Department and is responsible for the maintenance and repair of PARKS facilities This position will have various reporting locations Essential Functions
Performs highly skilled trades work in county owned buildings in one of the following functions: installation and maintenance of electrical, HVAC, electronic or life safety equipment, or fabrication of cabinetry and furniture,: ensures environmentally safe working and business conditions in buildings and facilities; designs and draws project plans for work to be completed; and reads blueprints or other design drawings to determine work to be performed
Leads and coordinates daily work activities of assigned crew or co-workers: confers with supervisor to obtain direction regarding work assignments and priorities; serves as group lead in absence of supervisor; organizes tasks in order to complete assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with co-workers, assists with complex situations or problems, and provides technical expertise; assists with training and instructing co-workers regarding operational procedures and proper use of equipment; assists with supervision of co-workers by reporting employee problems and providing input on disciplinary action and employee performance evaluations
Depending on department and area of expertise, performs one or more of these duties:
Installs, maintains and repairs building utility power, electrical systems, and related equipment: expedites emergency repairs in cases of lightning damage and loss of utility power; installs repairs and replaces electrical conductors, protective overcurrent devices, motors, switches and disconnect switches, lighting systems, appliances and general equipment; troubleshoots problems with incoming utility power, interior and exterior electrical service panels, and electrical transformers; performs appreciative testing; and utilizes protective equipment
Installs, maintains and repairs HVAC systems and related components: performs preventative maintenance on systems and equipment; obtains electrical readings to determine condition of motors, controls and compressors; replaces air filters; cleans condenser and evaporator coils; obtains refrigerant pressures and temperatures; determines correct refrigerant charge; inspects gas supply lines, gas exhaust piping and electrical connections for tightness and safety; diagnoses and corrects airflow issues; determines cause of over/under cooling or heating in sections of buildings; adjusts air dampers and repairs related controls; adjusts air volume to limit noise levels; and adjusts airflow to correct building pressurization issues
Installs, repairs, replaces and retrofits interior and exterior lighting in parking lots, parking decks, and county buildings: identifies electrical problems with parking lot and deck lighting control systems to include timers, photocells, caution lights, flashers, and exit/emergency lights; replaces old lamps and ballasts; and retrofits and replaces light fixtures as necessary; and disposes of environmentally harmful materials associated with fluorescent lamps, ballasts and batteries according to local, state, and federal environmental regulations and safeguards
Performs maintenance, installation and repairs of electrical systems associated with lighting systems and equipment at various County buildings and facilities: operates aerial bucket truck to replace ball field pole lights, ballasts, and control wiring; removes damaged and underground cable and wiring for light poles and score boards; installs new conductors; and performs maintenance and repairs on building snack bars and offices Requires the ability to communicate, report and complete work orders using technology such as a Smartphone or tablet and associated applications; may require ability to utilize specialized software and equipment related to job function
Installs, maintains, inspects and repairs life safety equipment including burglar and fire alarms, sprinkler and security systems, generators and UPS systems; meets with contractors to discuss needs and oversee third-party installations; stays abreast of evolving technologies
Designs, fabricates and installs cabinetry, partitions, trim and furniture for county buildings; utilizes skilled electronic and manual machinery in fabrication process; applies finishes to furniture and cabinetry; interacts with County design team to determine best construction plan; field verifies blueprints before construction to ensure proper cabinetry fit; modifies cabinetry for reuse; may work directly with customers of all administration levels to determine needs
Responsible for purchasing construction and maintenance related items; accountable for delivery of related financial paperwork to administrative staff
Performs other related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required, supplemented by some vocational or technical training in one or more building trades; supplemented by five years of experience in building construction, maintenance and repair
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License A master electrician or HVAC license is preferred
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds)
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, taste, odor, depth texture, and visual cues or signals Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally