Maintenance/Construction Technician I

Class Concept

Positions perform a variety of semiskilled tasks in at least two trades in connection with the maintenance, repair and/or construction of buildings and facilities and related equipment and machinery. Positions function at the sub-journey level in trades such as carpentry, cabinet making, roofing, painting, or other trades that are less technical and complex. Positions may also perform sub-journey level work in other trades such as electrical, plumbing, masonry, heating and air, or similar specializations. Work assignments are routine in nature. Positions assist higher level trades specialists in the completion of non-routine and complex projects. Work is subject to review while in progress and upon completion is given final review to determine compliance with work orders and adherence to established maintenance, repair and/or construction standards.

Some positions in this classification may perform semiskilled work in one moderately complex and/or highly skilled trade in connection with the maintenance and repair of buildings and the associated equipment and machinery. Positions perform tasks ranging from general and routine assignments to those of moderate complexity requiring the application of knowledge and ability acquired from on-the-job training. Guidance and instruction in the principles and techniques involved are provided by a higher level tradesperson, adjusting the degree of supervision given based on the scope and difficulty of the assignment. Work is reviewed in process and upon completion for satisfactory compliance with instructions and work orders and may include other duties as assigned.

Recruitment Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic to general knowledge of the principles and techniques of assigned trades.
• Basic knowledge of general maintenance and building repair.
• Skill in the use and care of tools and equipment necessary to the work.
• Ability to read and interpret building codes.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to operate the more common types of shop or wood working equipment.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Physical strength sufficient to perform heavy physical tasks for extended periods of time.

Minimum Education and Experience

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma or a sufficient year-for-year combination of education and experience associated with a variety of mechanical or building trades; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Necessary Special Requirements

May require current certification by the Environmental Protection Agency as a Type I, II, III or Universal technician as required by Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations Part 82, Subpart F.