Multi-Trades Worker (Tier 3) (Head Start)

Job Overview

A Multi Trades Worker performs entry-level to journey-level work in one or more building trades (such as plumbing, electrical, masonry/finisher, painting, roofing, and welding) and involve the maintenance, repair, alteration, and construction of fixtures, equipment, and facilities.

Salary

$39,811 - $49,920

Core Competencies

• Customer Commitment - Proactively seeks to understand the needs of the customers and provide the highest standards of service.
• Dedication to Professionalism and Integrity - Demonstrates and promotes fair, honest, professional and ethical behaviors that establishes trust throughout the organization and with the public we serve.
• Organizational Excellence - Takes ownership for excellence through one's personal effectiveness and dedication to the continuous improvement of our operations.
• Success through Teamwork - Collaborates and builds partnerships through trust and the open exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives to achieve organizational goals.

Tier 3

Duties and Responsibilities

Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform one or more of the activities described below.

• Supervises and performs repairs to equipment, plastering, furniture, shelves, doors, windows, and machines of various kinds.
• Supervises and participates in the erection of small structures and the more complex alteration, repair and maintenance of varying plumbing systems and components, electrical and HVAC systems, Masonry and carpentry work.
• Supervise the work of skilled staff by scheduling, assigning and reviewing work, providing training and counseling, and evaluating performance.
• Makes drawings or sketches for repair work.
• Requisitions and maintains replacement parts in central stock to permit completion of repairs.
• Drives a vehicle to and from work sites.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Job Specifications

• Knowledge of procedures and techniques utilized in various construction trades.
• Knowledge of the construction and maintenance of various types of buildings and facilities.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and safety equipment. 
• Skill in the use of hand and electrical tools and equipment used in building and construction.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Ability to prioritize work.
• Ability to plan, organize and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Ability to perform a variety of physical tasks.

Physical Requirements

• The work is performed in an environment where various types of chemicals are used.
• Required to work in outside in all types of weather.
• Must be able to safely use hand and power tools.
• Must be able to lift and carry equipment and tools.
• Required to lift up to 50 lbs. and climb up to 35 Feet.

Work Category

• Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate; AND
• Four years of experience as a skilled trades worker in two or more of the following trades: plumbing, electrical, carpentry, masonry, painting, or other skilled trades;

        OR

• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted above; AND
• Possession of a valid Florida Driver License.

Emergency Management Responsibilities

In the event of an emergency or disaster, an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee’s department, the County’s Office of Emergency Management, or County Administration. Such assignments may be for before, during or after the emergency/disaster.

Additional Job Requirements

A department, depending on the nature of its mission and operations, may require that employees in all or certain positions in this job classification:

1. Maintain the ability to pass the background checks required for the position. These background checks may include but are not limited to:

• Criminal History