Construction/Maintenance Techn I or II

State of Oklahoma; Comanche (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS is seeking a Construction/Maintenance Techn II to support the Lawton/Ft. Sill Veterans Home. This full-time, regular position handles construction, maintenance and repair of state buildings and grounds, requiring no license but with four years of building trades experience.

You will perform carpentry, plumbing, electrical and mechanical tasks and assist in site improvements. The role emphasizes safety, following written and oral instructions, and teamwork in a

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in one or more building trades or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of construction, maintenance, and repair of buildings and grounds.
• Ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Performs carpentry work in construction or renovation of buildings and additions to existing structures.
• Installs and maintains plumbing fixtures and related equipment.
• Maintains and repairs electrical systems, lighting, and electrical equipment.
• Operates and maintains equipment used in construction and grounds maintenance.
• Constructs, maintains and repairs foundations, walls, stairs, and related structures.
• Supports safety and quality by following procedures and reporting issues.

Skills

Carpentry

Building trades

Safety awareness

Electrical & plumbing basics

Supervisory ability

Education

Four years in building trades or equivalent

Job description

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Job Posting Title

Construction/Maintenance Techn II

Agency

650 DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Supervisory Organization

Lawton/Ft. Sill Veterans Home

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

USD $18.58 Construction/Maintenance Technician II (Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of four (4) years of experience in one or more of the building trades or an equivalent combination of education and experience.)

Job Description

Basic Purpose

Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities related to the construction, maintenance, repair or upkeep of buildings, grounds or other state property, requiring no license. This may include assisting in the construction or renovation of buildings, general maintenance and upkeep of plumbing, heating, air conditioning, electrical and other systems, minor repairs to machinery or other equipment, and general maintenance of grounds or lawns.

Typical Functions

• Performs carpentry work in the construction or renovation of buildings 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 other fixtures; fits and glazes glass in windows and doors; maintains and repairs roofs.
• Installs, replaces, alters, maintains and repairs plumbing fixtures such as sinks, traps, faucets; makes minor repairs to laundry equipment, sterilization equipment, kitchen equipment and other equipment using water, steam air, or other feed line and return or waste disposal lines.
• Maintains and repairs light fixtures, 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 of heating, 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; uses files, hand tools and special equipment to change combinations or shorten tumblers.
• Constructs, maintains and repairs concrete and other foundations; 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 of equipment used in construction and maintenance of building and grounds, such as trucks, tractors, bulldozers, power shovels, cranes or semi-trailer tractors, forklifts, mowers and edgers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned consistent with the responsibilities of the position and agency operations.

Level Descriptor

This is the specialist level of this job family where employees are assigned responsibilities for performing specialized skilled work in one of the building trades as well as performing general maintenance and repair work or other related duties or assisting in the completion of other work involving the construction or renovation of buildings or other structures. Positions that are assigned responsibility for the supervision of various projects or activities and other employees or other personnel and the completion of assigned projects as a crew leader or team leader may also be included in this level.

Education And Experience

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of four years of experience in one or more of the building trades or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Competencies

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, fixtures, tools and equipment used in various building and maintenance trades; of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade; and supervisory principles and practices. Skill is required to use various tools and equipment, and to construct, maintain or repair various types of structures or equipment. Ability is required to follow written and oral instructions; to supervise the work of others; to write and maintain records and reports; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Candidates must possess sufficient proficiency in the English language to perform the essential functions of the position.

Special Requirements

Some positions may require that applicants be willing and able to perform all job-related travel normally associated with the position. Some positions may require possession of a valid Oklahoma Commercial driver’s license with appropriate endorsements referred to in the United States Department of Transportation Title 47, Chapter 6, Section 101 et seq. at the time of appointment. Some positions may require performing moderately heavy lifting or other manual tasks. Upon a conditional offer of employment, Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services applicants must submit to a physical examination and shall meet the physical examination requirements of occasionally lifting/carrying 80 pounds, 25 pounds frequently, able to push and pull a maximum force of 40 pounds and able to lift and hold overhead up to 40 pounds. Some positions may require training or experience in a specific field of construction or maintenance work. Some agencies may have determined positions in this job family to be safety sensitive as defined by63 O.S. 427.8.

427.8.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

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