Construction Facilities Specialist 2

Benefit type: Full-Time non exempt, benefited

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About the job:

The Construction Facility Specialist 2 is responsible for assisting the Construction Supervisor by leading projects and/or staff and performing skilled construction trades on work assignments and projects.

A day in the life:
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Constructs, remodels, and maintains park facilities.
• Responsible for construction projects including carpentry, plumbing, office furniture, fixtures, playground inspections and repairs, native restoration, hard surfaces, lavatories, concrete, painting, roofing, doors, windows, masonry, and appliances.
• Conducts Park and facility inspections. Assesses repair and new construction needs.
• Coordinates, plans, assigns, and reviews the work of employees assigned to project.
• Participates in and directs the work of crews while in progress; provides guidance and training in procedures and techniques as needed to ensure quality and quantity of work meets standards.
• Obtains required building permits and inspections as needed for each job assignment.
• Documents field changes to blueprints during construction.
• Identifies and purchases materials for job assignments.
• Provides assistance and guidance to public park users as needed.
• Maintains equipment and keeps in clean and safe condition; operates equipment safely and with care at all times.
• Identifies safety-related issues and ensures that safe conditions prevail in all park facilities.
• Reads, interprets, and advises on the preparation of construction drawings.
• Acts as a Mandatory Reporter; reports incidents of child abuse/neglect.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What you'll need for success:
Strong Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices and methods used in building;
• Basic construction materials and principles;
• Best practices of maintenance management; and
• Maintenance and safe operation of powered equipment and hand tools.

Skill and Ability to:

• Effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing, including by phone, e-mail or in person to successfully complete assigned projects;
• Strong planning, organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills;
• Accurately calculate and apply mathematical formulas;
• Proficiently operate standard office equipment including computers and basic computer programs;
• Demonstrate independent judgment, initiative and work independently;
• Effectively direct and motivate staff including plan and direct activities of subordinate employees;
• Establish and maintain effective, cooperative and respectful working relationships with all contacts; and
• Read and interpret construction drawings.

Schedule:

Monday through Friday 6:30am to 3:00pm

Requirements

What we're looking for:

Education, Experience, and Training:

1. High school diploma or equivalent; two years of trade or technical school preferred; AND

2. Four (4) years of experience in park services, public works, or related field with emphasis on facility maintenance and/or specialized construction trade; OR

3. Any satisfactory combination of education, experience and training.

Licenses and Certifications:

1. Possession of, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Oregon driver’s license.

2. Some positions may require possession of a Public Pesticide Applicator License.

3. Some positions may require certification relevant to facilities and/or construction.

Supervision Received:

Works under the supervision of a supervisor. Follows standard processes and procedures without supervision but confirms changes to standard practices and significant decisions in advance.

Working Conditions

The following are working conditions, including environmental and physical demands, required for this classification.

• Duties are performed indoors and outdoors with exposure to inclement weather, including heat, cold, humidity, wind, snow, and rain.
• Daily standing and walking over uneven terrain, such as parks and trails, with up/down inclines, paved and unpaved surfaces for sustained periods of time.
• May require working for emergency call-outs during off duty hours.
• Presence of paints, chemicals, and pesticides may pose slight health hazard.
• Safety equipment, including shoes, gloves, and eye protection are required.
• Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers and constant use of hands and arms and may require overhead reaching.
• Exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Physical work includes climbing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, grasping, bending, keyboarding, and repetitive hand and feet motion.

Selection Process:
Applicants are screened based upon their relevant knowledge, abilities, skills, experience, and training. An offer of employment is contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by Bend Park & Recreation District policies, including a background check and a driving history review when driving is required for position.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Bend Park and Recreation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Bend Park & Recreation District Core Competencies:

All positions with Bend Park and Recreation District are subject to district and position competencies. Below is a list of the most critical competencies for this position. Additional competencies are required for the position and may change based on needs. A complete list of the competencies is available from Human Resources.