Construction/Maintenance Technician

292 DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave (vacation, sick, HOL)

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The 292 DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY in Oklahoma City is seeking a Construction/Maintenance Technician to support the Administrative Services Division - Building Operations. This in-office role requires passing a background check and legal work within the United States.

Expect hands-on carpentry, fixture repairs, scaffolding, and equipment maintenance across a variety of buildings. Levels I–III reflect increasing experience (2, 4, or 5 years in building trades).

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in one or more building trades for Level I.
• Four years of experience for Level II.
• Five years of experience for Level III.

Responsibilities

• Performs carpentry work in construction or renovation of buildings.
• Erects and maintains scaffolds, sheds, forms, frames, fences and more.
• Maintains and repairs doors, windows, fixtures and lighting.
• Installs and maintains plumbing fixtures and basic mechanical systems.
• Repairs or replaces locks, tumbler mechanisms and keys; general maintenance.

Skills

Carpentry

Scaffolding

Doors & fixtures

Education

Two years building trades experience

Four years building trades experience

Five years building trades experience

Tools

Office 365

OnBase

PeopleSoft

Job description

Job Posting Title Construction/Maintenance Technician Agency 292 DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY Supervisory Organization Environmental Quality-Support Services 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 Hiring Rates: Level I- $43,451.20 Level II- $45,635.20 Level III- $53,372.80

Job Description This position is located in the Administrative Services Division- Building Operations Section in Oklahoma City. All applicants must be able to pass a background check and must be able to legally work within the United States. DEQ does not allow sponsorship for those on a H1B visa. This position requires in-office work Monday - Friday. There is no remote work allowed. Basic Purpose This position is required to meet the maintenance needs of the agency. Without this position there will be maintenance backlogs and the risk of equipment failure.

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 lines 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

Education and Experience

• Level I - Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of two (2) years of experience in one or more of the building trades or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Level 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.
• Level III - Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of five (5) years of experience in one or more of the building trades or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements Occasionally lifting/carrying 75 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. Other work will be in an office environment with computer and telephone skills.

Other Considerations/Preferences (These cannot disqualify a candidate)

Technical trade License/Certification.

Other Information not included above

Employee must be capable of effectively and diplomatically communicating (both verbal and written) with DEQ and other agency personnel, and with the public. Employee must be capable of using DEQ standard software (Office 365, OnBase, PeopleSoft etc.), the Internet, and other software as necessary or be willing to train in areas where they are not proficient. Employee will be expected to participate in training in those areas deemed important for performing the job, to continually enhance work skills especially as upgrades to various software applications are required to complete the assigned duties. Employee must exhibit positive responsiveness with assigned tasks and with newly identified projects that the agency/division deem necessary to meet program assignments, commitments, and directives overall Agency or Division goals. Additionally, he/she will need to learn how to perform the tasks of other employees to serve in that capacity during the absences of those employees. Employee must be willing to change work schedule to work weekends, off hours, holidays, and extended hours if need arises.

Special Requirements

Requires possession of a valid Oklahoma driver's license at the time of appointment.

Benefits

• Generous leave including 15 days of vacation, 15 days of sick leave and 11 paid holidays annually.
• A comprehensive Benefit Package with a generous Benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.

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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