TRADESWORKER I-Facilities Renovation & Construction

City of Fort Myers; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fort Myers is seeking an apprentice-level tradesperson to perform repairs and installations, assist in maintaining equipment, and support building systems across facilities. The role requires basic knowledge in the designated trades and a commitment to safety and reliability.

This entry-level position offers exposure to plumbing, electrical, carpentry and HVAC tasks, with opportunities to grow. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of related

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum two years of experience in related field.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled to highly skilled trades work in area assigned.
• Performs general maintenance tasks.
• Operates various manual and electrical tools in the performance of tasks.
• Repair equipment and replace components as needed.
• Assists with renovations and maintenance of buildings.
• Maintains records of materials, labor, and progress.
• Adheres to safety protocols and building codes.
• Responds to facility-related work orders.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Safety procedures

Trade tools

General repairs

Reading instructions

Emergency response

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Construction tools

Job description

The City of Fort Myers strives to be an employer of choice and most of our employees turn jobs into long term careers. The salary shown in the job description is the full range for this position from entry to later career.

NEW EMPLOYEES ARE HIRED AT, OR NEAR THE ENTRY POINT SHOWN, DEPENDING ON QUALIFICATIONS AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE.

FLSA Status: Non -Exempt Safety Sensitive: NO Level II Screening: NO

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the designated supervisor, incumbent performs apprentice level repairs and installations and assists in maintaining equipment and systems in assigned areas. Incumbent will be expected to have basic knowledge in the discipline(s) for which they will be responsible.

Responsibilities and Reporting During an Emergency Situation

Essential Employees may be required to work during a declared emergency. Depending on the nature of the emergency, this may require working around the clock for several days on short notice.

Non Essential Employees will not be required to work during a declared emergency. The employee’s Department Head will determine when the employee will be required to work.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs skilled to highly skilled trades work in area assigned
• Performs general maintenance tasks
• Operates various manual and electrical tools in the performance of tasks
• Clean and repair equipment as needed
• May be responsible for general maintenance such as replacing light bulbs, hanging pictures, filter changes, patching and painting of the exterior and interior of buildings.
• Minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry and HVAC repairs/maintenance.
• Repair broken pipes and valves.
• May be required to operate a motor vehicle in performance of assigned tasks.
• This position requires regular and reliable attendance and the employee’s physical presence at the workplace.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional duties when assigned to Facilities Renovation and Construction:

• Assist with renovation, remodeling, demolition, and construction work, including carpentry, drywall, painting, flooring, roof, and gutter repair.
• Assist with space modifications, office reconfigurations, and facility upgrades to meet operational and safety standards.
• Conduct inspections to assess existing conditions and recommend repair or renovation solutions.
• Have general knowledge of building systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC) and general construction methods.
• Operate and maintain construction tools, equipment, and machinery in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensure all work complies with building codes, safety regulations, and organizational standards.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and outside service providers as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of materials, labor, and project progress.
• Assist with responding to facility-related work orders and provide timely resolutions.
• Perform maintenance and renovation tasks in ways that support established sustainability and energy-efficiency initiatives in renovation projects.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of equipment required for assigned task
• Knowledgeable in the occupational hazards, safety precautions and personal protective equipment observed in the trade(s) assigned.
• Knowledgeable in the City and State rules, regulations and protocols.
• Knowledgeable in general housekeeping practices
• Skilled in the efficient and safe operation of trade specific tools and equipment.
• Skilled in troubleshooting and repair within assigned trade(s).
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to adapt to performing under frequent deadlines and/or in response to emergencies.
• Ability to operate vehicles and necessary equipment including but not limited to hand tools.
• Ability to apply sound judgment and interpretation based on acquired knowledge in circumstances where limited standardization exists.
• Ability to receive and understand oral and written directions.
• Ability to recognize and address common safety issues in the field
• Ability to detect improper functioning mechanical systems

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or GED. Experience, and/or training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities can be substituted for the High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum two years of experience in related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

When Assigned to Water Treatment Plant:

• A valid Florida class “B” Florida Commercial Driver’s License.

CERTIFICATION, LICENSE AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This work typically requires the following physical activities to be performed.

(X = Required to perform essential job functions)

Physical ActivitiesPhysical Activities

• Balancing – maintain equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing, or crouching. X
• Pushing – use upper extremities to press against objects with force, or thrust forward, downward, outward. X
• Climbing – ascending, descending ladders, stairs, ramps, requires body agility. X
• Reaching – extending hands or arms in any direction. X
• Crawling – moving about on hands, knees, or hands, feet. X
• Repetitive Motion – substantial movements of wrists, hands, fingers. X
• Crouching – bending body forward by bending leg, spine. X
• Speaking – expressing ideas with spoken word, convey detailed, important instructions accurately, concisely. X
• Feeling – perceiving attributes of objects by touch with skin, fingertips. X
• Standing – for sustained periods of time. XFingering – picking, pinching, typing, working with fingers rather than hand. X
• Stooping – bending body downward, forward at waist, with full motion of lower extremities and back. X
• Grasping – applying pressure to object with fingers, palm. X
• Talking 1- expressing ideas by spoken word X
• Handling – picking, holding, or working with whole hand. X
• Talking 2 – shouting to be heard above ambient noise. X
• Hearing 1 – perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels, receive information. X
• Visual Acuity 1 - prepare, analyze data, transcribing, computer terminal, extensive reading.
• Hearing 2 – receive detailed information, make discrimination in sound. X
• Visual Acuity 2 - color, depth perception, field of vision. X
• Kneeling – bending legs at knee to come to rest at knees. X
• Visual Acuity 3 - determine accuracy, neatness, observe facilities/structures. X
• Lifting – raising objects from lower to higher position, moving objects side to side, using upper extremities, back. X
• Visual Acuity 4 - operate motor vehicles/heavy equipment. X
• Mental Acuity – ability to make rational decisions through sound logic, deductive reasoning. X
• Visual Acuity 5 -close acuity for inspection of small defects, machines, use measurement devices, or fabricate parts. X
• Pulling - use upper extremities to exert force, haul or tug. X
• Walking - on foot to accomplish tasks, long distances, or site to site. X

TYPE OF WORK

Work performed is primarily:

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects.

Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of forceoccasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects

Very heavy work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Tasks are performed outside, subject to weather conditions and uneven terrain, and risk of exposure to toxic agents/chemicals, pathogens, and smoke.
• Contact with internal and external customers, vendors and the general public
• Ability to perform strenuous work in varying and adverse weather conditions.
• Must have the ability to work after hours, including nights, weekends, holidays and during emergencies.
• May be required to work hours other than the regular schedule including on call hours

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described herein. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

The City of Fort Myers has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.