Job Details

Job Description

Posting Type: Entry level & promotional

Current City Employees may apply, but must have completed initial Civil Service probationary period and must have received a satisfactory performance rating on their last evaluation to receive promotional preference.

Entry Level Salary: $46,259

Pay Grade Range: $46,259 - $74,015 (Pay grade 310)

Civil Service Exam: Written exam (80%) + training & experience questionnaire (20%)

Essential Functions

Maintains, repairs and installs plumbing fixtures and equipment including water lines, water heaters and drain lines using appropriate tools, materials and techniques.

Maintains, repairs and installs small heating and air conditioning units; diagnoses problems and makes necessary repairs and replacements; maintains, cleans and changes filters and performs other preventative maintenance regularly.

Inspects and performs general maintenance and upkeep on City facilities, buildings and equipment which includes necessary repair and other general maintenance duties within the area of assignment; orders replacement parts to repair damaged equipment, fixtures, etc.

Drives City vehicles to work sites.

Marginal Functions

The following functions may be required depending upon the area of assignment:

Performs all phases of construction and repair of small buildings, playground equipment, and other small structures from drawings and sketches; constructs and sets forms for pouring concrete; erects braces and scaffolding as needed; builds and/or repairs stairs, handrails, and other structures common to public areas using hand saws, power saws, hammers, framing squares, and other common carpentry tools.

Mixes, pours and finishes concrete for the installation and/or repair of footers, pads, and other sub-structures for various small buildings, playground equipment, or other facilities on City property.

Prepares and lays brick, block, tile and/or related materials as required for the construction and repair of various structures using hammers, chisels, trowels, levels and other common masonry tools.

Uses brushes, rollers, etc. as needed to apply paint to various surfaces; prepares surfaces by sanding and scraping for optimum adhesion to surface and increased durability; climbs ladders and scaffolding as needed to gain access to surfaces to be painted; determines type of paint required for various surfaces and conditions.

Measures floor dimensions and prepares, cuts, and installs various floor coverings such as tile, linoleum, carpet, etc. in City-owned facilities using appropriate tools, materials and techniques.

Removes old roofing and replaces damaged plywood or other sub-roofing as needed; installs roll roofing (black felt), shingles and/or other roofing materials using various hand tools and equipment.

Maintains, repairs and installs electrical equipment such as fixtures, conduit, switch gears, lighting fixtures, motors, meters and other related equipment; conducts preventive maintenance on motors and other equipment in order to ensure good working order.

Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the construction and repair of small structures and facilities, including carpentry, concrete, masonry, etc.

Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the installation and repair of basic electrical, HVAC and plumbing systems in small structures and facilities.

Knowledge of the various codes and regulations which govern the construction, maintenance, and repair of buildings and facilities.

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings such as sketches, blueprints, schematics, and other working drawings.

Ability to precisely follow instructions given either orally or in written form.

Knowledge of the occupational hazards associated with construction work and appropriate safety precautions to be observed.

Skill in identifying and solving problems with mechanical equipment, tools, machinery, etc.

Ability to perform basic mathematical computations in order to compute material quantities, convert measurements, etc.

Skill in the use and maintenance of a variety of tools, equipment and vehicles used in the construction and/or repair of small structures and facilities.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others, and to work effectively as a member of a team.

Ability to read and interpret construction sketches and specifications.

Physical Requirements

This position consists of primarily very heavy work, requiring the incumbent to exert in excess 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 50 pounds (or more) of force frequently, in order to lift/carry, push/pull, or otherwise move objects. A description of the specific physical requirements associated with this position is maintained on file in the Human Resources office for review upon request.

Mental Requirements

This position uses relevant principles and procedures to solve practical problems and to deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. A description of the specific mental requirements associated with this position is maintained on file in the Human Resources office for review upon request.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited high school or GED equivalent.

At least two (2) years of experience in performing skilled and semi-skilled work in one or more specified craft areas such as carpentry, masonry, concrete, electrical, HVAC, and/or plumbing.

Must possess or be able to obtain a Class D Tennessee Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

None indicated.

Hybrid Work Eligibility

This position is ineligible for hybrid work.

Note: Background checks will be conducted.

Drug testing may be required.