The Trades Worker, Multi, will assist higher-level personnel in the performance of a variety of miscellaneous mechanical and building trade functions. The Trades Worker, Multi, will perform under direction, less difficult tasks such as replace defective electrical switches, paint structures, repair woodwork, replace and repair plumbing fixtures, replace plaster, lay brick, and/or other related minor maintenance to district facilities. The Trades Worker, Multi is a non-OTETA (Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act) position.
DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS: All district employees must:
- Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Physical presence is expected as part of a reliable and predictable pattern of attendance.
- Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
- Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
- Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.
- Assists in the repairs and adjustment to carpentry, plumbing, water lines, electrical wiring, equipment, drywall, sheet metal, plastering, ceramic tile, furniture, shelves, doors, door frames, masonry, glazing, windows, painting, fencing, irrigation, landscaping, locks, roofing, HVAC, and other related minor maintenance or repair to property or machines/tools of various kinds to district-owned buildings and facilities.
- Assists other maintenance departments and/or consultants in troubleshooting of miscellaneous repair projects required in all district facilities.
- Determines equipment, tools, and performs calculations for materials necessary to complete assigned duties.
- Coordinates projects and tasks with school staff as applicable, for instance, informs site personnel of what materials to remove from surfaces and schedule move of students to separate locations.
- Maintains timely and accurate information regarding inventory records of assigned service vehicle, tools, and equipment.
- Moves, places, and provides safe operation of ladders and general work habits.
- Possesses a general understanding of miscellaneous maintenance tools and their basic use and operation in a safe manner consistent with current district and OSHA regulations.
- Assists with installs, routine maintenance, alters, and repairs trade-related components in district facilities.
- Operates all hand tools and power tools to perform functions for specific trades.
- Adheres to principles and practices of safe use including but not limited to operation of equipment, tools, materials and district-owned vehicles including maintenance of such equipment of tools.
- Performs "clean up" and worksite restoration activities, such as pick up excess repair materials, clean flooring, replace furniture, and wipe down surfaces.
- Responds to emergency "call-outs" after hours.
- Attends training required by the district to keep abreast of current technology relevant to these trades.
- Performs any other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.
Other information:
Dependability: Responds to requests for service and assistance. Follows instructions and responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines.
Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Displays commitment to excellence. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Applies feedback to improve performance. Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Puts success of team above own interests.
Quantity: Meets productivity standards. Completes work in timely manner. Strives to increase productivity. Works quickly. Achieves established goals.
Safety & Security: Observes safety and security procedures. Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines. Uses equipment and materials properly. Reports potentially unsafe conditions.
NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age.
The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.
Experience: Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in two (2) or more trades.
Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: Possession of a valid a Class E driver’s license and comply with district’s Safe Driver Plan.
Language Skills: Reads and interprets documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals. Writes routine reports and correspondence. Speaks effectively before groups of individuals.
Mathematical Skills: Adds, subtracts, multiplies, and divides in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Computes rate, ratio, and percent and draws and interprets bar graphs.
Reasoning Ability: Applies understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Deals with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Physical Activities: Standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, crawling, handling, keyboarding, fingering, feeling, talking, hearing, depth perception, color vision, and field of vision.
Lifting Demands: Up to 55 pounds. Over 55 pounds must be a 2 person or assisted lift.
Reaching Activities: Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.
Environmental Conditions: Noise Intensity: 4, loud; extreme cold, extreme heat, wet/humid, work with cleaning chemicals – wear eye protection, vibration/impact, work with or near heavy equipment, proximity to moving mechanical parts, exposure to electrical shock, and working in high exposed places.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Testing: eligibility for interview requires the successful passing of a written and/or physical test verifying knowledge of basic terms and/or tools and their use.
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All job postings close at 7:00 p.m. on the posted Closing Date. Applications must be submitted before this deadline.
All applicants must have an "ACTIVE" application and must have received an active notification from the Application Center to be considered or interviewed for any posted position.
Not Currently an Employee of our district?
- If you are seeking employment with Hillsborough County Public Schools.
Are you a current employee of Hillsborough County Public Schools?
- Eligible employees can find and apply for positions on the new employee experience on the Infor System (GHR Employee Space).
All current employees seeking transfer or promotion must apply through the employee experience page.
Employees who wish to transfer to a different position or location must satisfy the minimum requirements of the desired position.
Please review the skills/competencies listed on your employee profile to determine your eligibility.
If you need to update your skills/competencies, please contact the Application Center at 813-840-7181.
You must ensure that you have the proper skills/competencies added to your employee profile PRIOR TO, OR SHORTLY AFTER, applying for any opening.
(Skill/competency updates are not necessary for employees seeking a lateral transfer (same job at a different location))
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Salary Schedules
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