Building Trades Technician I - Facilities Management Renovations Division

Cobb County Fire and Emergency Services; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A county government agency in Marietta, Georgia, is hiring for a position in property management overseeing building construction and maintenance. Applicants must have a High School Diploma or GED, vocational training in building trades, and one year of experience in construction or maintenance. This hands-on role requires physical stamina and the ability to supervise contractors while ensuring compliance with applicable laws. A valid Driver's License is required.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in building construction, maintenance, and repair required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Supervise contractors in maintenance and repair duties.
• Perform skilled and semi-skilled work in construction and renovation.
• Conduct maintenance inspections and correct violations.

Skills

Building construction

Maintenance and repair

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational or technical training in building trades

Job description

Position Information

These positions are located in Property Management of the Renovation Division.

Essential Functions

• May supervise contractors in performing maintenance or repair duties.
• May require the ability to communicate, report and complete work orders using technology such as a Smartphone or tablet and associated applications.
• Responsible for purchasing construction and maintenance related items; accountable for delivery of related financial paperwork to administrative staff.
• Performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the construction and renovation of county buildings and facilities: reads blueprints or other design drawings to determine work to be performed; performs rough and finish carpentry, painting, and performs minor masonry and concrete repair work such as setting forms, mixing and pouring concrete, and laying modular block walls.
• Assists in ensuring that operation, construction, and maintenance of buildings, equipment, and systems are in compliance with applicable laws, codes, regulations, and standards: conducts maintenance inspections of buildings, equipment, grounds, and facilities to identify potential problems, unsafe conditions, and needed repairs; and initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.
• Performs building construction renovations and repair tasks: removes or installs flooring and ceiling tiles; removes or installs fixtures and appliances; paints interior and exterior surfaces; removes or installs carpet, plaster applications, millwork fabrication and installation/replacement of drywall.
• 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 one year of experience in building construction, maintenance and repair.

Licenses and Certifications

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

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.

Environmental Factors

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, smoke, noise extremes, and electric currents.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.