Building Trades Worker – Detention Facility Position Available In Manatee, Florida

Building Trades Worker

• Detention Facility Manatee County, FL
• 3.2 Palmetto, FL Job Details Full-time $19.51
• $29.

26 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Torch Renovation Maintenance Mid-level High school diploma or GED 1 year

Full Job Description General Information Work Location:

14470 Harlee Road, Palmetto, Florida 34221

Work Hours :

Monday

• Friday, 7:00am
• 3:30pm

Expected Starting Hourly Range :

$19.51

• $24.

38 This area of assignment receives an additional $2.00/hour incentive. This classification performs manual and skilled work involving construction, demolition, salvage, renovation, alteration, installation, maintenance, and repair projects for Manatee County Detention Facility, equipment, systems, and grounds. Work involves application of various trades skills, and those journeyman skills learned on the job. Employees in this class are expected to perform duties and tasks adhering to standard trades practices and procedures and ensure that work is performed in a safe manner, monitoring the use of materials and equipment.

Note:

In addition to the qualifications set forth in this job description, employees holding this position must have a background allowing them to have regular access to secured areas of certain governmental facilities. Such employees may, due to policies of the Sheriff or Chief Circuit Judge, be subject to independent background investigations which exceed those conducted by Manatee County. Employees holding this position are hereby given notice that these independent officials, or their duly authorized representatives may, based on the results of their investigation, decline to permit the employee access to secured areas of facilities under their operational control. In the event the County is unable to fully utilize such employees in other County operations not requiring secured area access, such employees are subject to non-disciplinary separation from County employment. This position offers a $2.00 hourly incentive in recognition of these requirements. Working Conditions Indoor/ Office environment; high noise environment while performing certain responsibilities. Lifting equipment up to 50 lbs. alone; up to 75 lbs. with assistance. The position is located at the Manatee County Detention Facility. Employees work within locked pods and in close proximity to both convicted inmates and individuals who are still awaiting disposition. Job Description Essential Functions These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position. Performs general and specialized work involved in demolition, salvage, renovation, alteration, installation, and repair projects for the Manatee County Detention Facility, equipment, systems, and grounds. Ensures safety rules are followed and work is performed in accordance with applicable rules, regulations and procedures. Performs skilled facility upgrades and remodeling requiring some advanced knowledge of skilled trades, which may include, but not be limited to, flooring, masonry, painting, rough carpentry, plumbing, electrical wiring, roofing, landscaping, and repair of HVAC units; reads and interprets blueprints and sketches. Performs a variety of flooring tasks, such as carpet, tile, or vinyl removal and/or installation. Performs a variety of masonry tasks, such as applying stucco, constructing frames and pouring concrete slabs, and finishing and repairing concrete walkways, steps and other surfaces. Performs a variety of painting tasks, such as painting interior and exteriors of buildings and other facilities, using spray guns, rollers, and brushes; caulking and patching interior and exterior surfaces of buildings and other facilities; applying texture coating to walls; erecting, using, and removing mechanical scaffolding, ladders, etc.; applying glazing, hanging paper, and repairing plaster, drywall and wood surfaces. Performs a variety of carpentry tasks, such as moving and resetting partitions for office cubicles; repairing and replacing furniture, walls, doors, partitions, counters, window frames, etc.; hanging shelving and other fixtures; removing and replacing old ceilings, setting new ceiling grids and installing ceiling panels. Performs a variety of plumbing tasks for plumbing projects, such as trouble shooting and repair of plumbing fixtures, replacing faucets, and unplugging toilets and drain lines, etc. Replaces lights/bulbs and/or ballasts; checks mechanical malfunctioning; determines causes of mechanical/electrical failures; and makes repairs or report problems to supervisor. Performs roofing work involving removal and replacement of shingle, metal, and torch down roofs; rebuilds roof structures; builds awnings; repairs and replaces soffit and fascia; installs siding; etc. Performs a variety of HVAC work including, but not limited to, inspection of AC units, adjusting controls, lubricating moving parts, changing filters, replacing refrigerant, testing equipment, replacing defective parts, etc. May assist or work alone in installing new AC units. Services related refrigeration equipment such as water coolers, ice machines, and refrigerators. May also perform grounds maintenance tasks, including application of related chemicals. Operates bench tools, such as table saws, drill presses, grinders, jointers, planes, belt sanders, hand drills, gas-powered saws, etc., re-keys locks. Loads and unloads heavy materials from trucks, vans and other areas; moves or aids in moving heavy and/or bulky objects. May oversee work performed by crews or outside contractors. Prepares and maintains appropriate records. Performs other related work (including weather or other extreme emergency duties) as required. Minimum Qualifications High school graduate/equivalent. Minimum of one (1) year of skilled trades work experience in Building Maintenance, Repair, Construction, and Custodial Operations. Trade Skill related certification(s)/license(s) may be required. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. More Vocational and/or Military training certification in one or more skilled trades related to commercial building trades work.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledgeable of current codes, rules, and regulations, and possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to apply proper process and procedures to perform assigned duties. Knowledge of the type of construction and maintenance used in various types of buildings, equipment, facilities, systems, and grounds. Knowledge of occupational hazards; knowledge of, and ability to safely apply, pertinent safety measures and precautions. Ability to respond to emergency and after-hours calls on nights and weekends. Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and sketches. Ability to work independently, without assistance or immediate supervision. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Skill in the use and care of hand and electrical tools and equipment used in building and maintenance trades. Skill in testing, making repairs and operating adjustments to electrical, plumbing, and HVAC equipment. Veterans Preference In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, priority consideration in employment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants claiming preference must provide a DD Form 214 or other acceptable documentation with their application. We are committed to honoring the service and sacrifices of our veterans and their families. EEO/ADA Statement Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at 941-748-4501 x 3865. Drug-Free Workplace Manatee County Government is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law. Emergency Response/Recovery Activities All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.