SENIOR MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

State of Rhode Island; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government administration entity in Rhode Island is seeking a skilled maintenance worker to perform various tasks in building and equipment maintenance. The ideal candidate will have experience in multiple trades and the ability to supervise others. This full-time position offers a chance to work independently while ensuring the upkeep of essential facilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in building and plant maintenance involving at least two trades.
• Ability to supervise helpers and make varied repairs independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance of plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Supervise helpers and perform various skilled trades tasks.
• Repair and maintain machinery and building fixtures.

Skills

Supervision

Mechanical Equipment Operation

Building Maintenance

Education

Completion of ten school grades

Tools

Welding Equipment

Power Tools

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Class Definition

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To perform various skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance of machinery, buildings, and equipment; to perform work of a skilled level in several trades; and to do related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Receives general directions and instructions from a superior with wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgment; work is reviewed on completion.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Supervises helpers and others who are assigned to assist.

Illustrative Examples of Work Performed

• Perform complex duties related to the maintenance of plumbing fixtures, steam lines, steam heating and cooking equipment.
• Repair hospital sterilizers.
• Cut, thread, and install pipe for steam and water lines.
• Repair wall plugs and lighting equipment; repair and recondition fans.
• Make repairs and adjustments to laundry machinery; supervise helpers in oiling and greasing.
• Operate lathes, millers, drills, and other machine shop equipment.
• Paint buildings, walls, or other surfaces.
• Perform masonry work for buildings, foundations, walks, and walls.
• Repair doors, doorframes, furniture; fabricate and install temporary partitions; operate wood lathes, sanders, joiners, power saws, planers, and related tools.
• Make repairs to roofs; install flashing and spouts.
• Make minor repairs to refrigeration and air conditioning equipment.
• Weld and braze metals using arc and acetylene welders.
• Perform related work as required.

Required Qualifications for Appointment

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A working knowledge of standard practices, materials, tools, and processes related to trades in building maintenance; operation of mechanical equipment; use of common tools and materials; ability to make varied repairs independently; ability to supervise helpers; ability to work from sketches and diagrams; and related capacities.

Education and Experience: Completion of ten school grades and employment in building and plant maintenance involving at least two trades (building, electrical, or mechanical). Alternatively, any combination of education and experience substantially equivalent.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be physically qualified to perform duties, evidenced by a physician's certificate.

For benefits information, visit http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/.

Note: New hires after September 30, 2014, must participate in direct deposit, providing bank details at hire.

Union Affiliation Questions

01. Are you a member of Council 94 Local 2392? (Answer correctly to be considered based on union provisions.)

• Yes
• No

02. Are you a member of Council 94?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Government Administration