Basic Purpose

Positions in this jobfamily are assigned responsibilities related to the construction, maintenance, repair or upkeep ofbuildings, grounds or other state property, requiring no license. This may includeassistingin the construction or renovation ofbuildings, general maintenance and upkeep ofplumbing, heating, air conditioning, electrical and other systems, minor repairs to machinery or other equipment, and general maintenance ofgrounds or lawns.

TypicalFunctions

• Performs carpentry work in the construction or renovation ofbuildings or additions to existing structures; erects and maintains scaffolds, sheds,forms,frames,fences and other structures; alters and repairs doors,floors, partitions, stairways, windows, screens, and otherfixtures;fits and glazes glass in windows and doors; maintains and repairs roofs.

• Installs, replaces, alters, maintains and repairs plumbingfixtures such as sinks, traps,faucets; makes minor repairs to laundry equipment, sterilization equipment, kitchen equipment and other equipment using water, steam air, or otherfeed line and return or waste disposal lines.

• Maintains and repairs lightfixtures, receptacles and switches; replaces light bulbs; maintains generators and motors; oils and cleans motors; troubleshoots and makes electrical repairs not requiring a license; maintains and makes minor repairs to various types ofheating, refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment, such as components, pumps,fans, humidifiers, electric motors, and heat exchangers.

• Installs and maintains locks and other security devices; repairs or replaces tumblers, springs and other parts; cuts new or duplicate keys; usesfiles, hand tools and special equipment to change combinations or shorten tumblers.

• Constructs, maintains and repairs concrete and otherfoundations; builds retaining walls, walks,fireplaces, chimneys, stairways and similar projects; mixes mortar and lays common brick,face brick, cinder brick, concrete block, stone, terra cotta or other materials.

• Operates, maintains and repairs various types ofequipment used in construction andmaintenance ofbuilding and grounds, such as trucks, tractors, bulldozers, power shovels, cranesor semi-trailer tractors,fork lifts, mowers and edgers.

Level Descriptor

At thislevel employees are assigned responsibilitiesfor the supervision ofworkers engaged in building and grounds maintenance and repair operations or construction and renovationactivities, includingemployees, inmates and others. This may include overall responsibilityfor a maintenance program which is small in size, scope and complexity or serving as an assistant to a higher level position in a larger maintenance program, with responsibilityfor one or more phases ofthe overall operation. Responsibilities also includes the inspection ofbuildings, premises, or equipmentfor needed repairs or maintenance, estimating costsfor labor and material, determining equipment and personnel needs, making on-site inspections to evaluate work in progress, and preparation ofvarious reports and other information concerning work activities.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

Knowledge,Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge ofthe principles, methods, materials,fixtures, tools and equipment used in various building and maintenance trades; ofoccupational hazards and safety precautions ofthe trade; and supervisory principles and practices. Skill is required to use various tools and equipment, and to construct, maintain or repair various types ofstructures or equipment. Ability is required tofollow written and oral instructions; to supervise the work ofothers; to write and maintain records and reports; and to establish and maintain effective working relationshipswith others.

Education and Experience