Salary : $39,000.00 Annually
Location : Aventura Government Center, FL
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 00113
Department : Public Works / Transportation
Opening Date : 01 / 09 / 2025
Closing Date : 1 / 19 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
FLSA : Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit : N / A
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Description
The City is accepting applications for a full-time Trades Worker II position.
The Trades Worker II performs general and semi-skilled work relating to general carpentry and plumbing and HVAC disciplines in support of preventative maintenance, general maintenance, and repairs on city facilities, park facilities, and equipment.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general supervision of the Facilities Manager or his designee. The successful candidate shall be expected to work productively without continuous or close supervision.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
In completing assigned tasks, the Trades Worker ll may be assisted by and may supervise the Trades Worker l.
Duties & Responsibilities
Performs various facility maintenance work to ensure a clean, safe environment for the public and employees, minimize major repair / replacement costs, and / or extend the useful life of equipment / fixtures.
Interacts with the public and / or employees to give directions / information, explain work activities / procedures, identify their service needs, and / or resolve day-to-day operational issues.
Performs minor repairs and preventative maintenance to HVAC systems as directed.
Performs minor plumbing repairs and preventative maintenance as directed.
Maintains accurate records of work orders and preventative maintenance schedules. Prepares written materials (e.g., repair status, activity logs, etc.) to document activities and / or convey information.
Perform monthly inspection checks of A / C units in all city buildings to ensure that the systems are running clean, efficient, and safe for employees and patrons of the facility and to eliminate all hazards.
May be required to assist in moving various furniture and related items to relocate / rearrange workstations / offices and set up for meetings, activities, and events.
Responding to emergency situations during and after hours may be required to resolve immediate safety concerns.
Performs other duties as assigned or as may be necessary.
Qualifications & Requirements
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in the use and care of small power and manual tools.
- Must possess a valid Florida Drivers License.
- Minimum 2- 3 years as a semi-skilled worker in one or more basic building maintenance trades.
- High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
- Must have HVAC or Plumbing Certification for maintenance or be able to acquire within six (6) months of hire.
DESIRABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE :
Two (2) years of full-time building maintenance work or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of basic building maintenance procedures.Ability to maintain a safe work area without presenting a danger to others.Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions / guidelines associated with various general maintenance work.Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time, often under hot, humid, and dusty conditions.Ability to serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity.Ability to operate trucks and light equipment.Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as directed.Knowledge of manual and electrical hand tools.Knowledge of HVAC and Plumbing standards.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with city employees, departmental officials, and school employees.Ability to read and write English, follow basic oral or written instructions, and communicate at all levels with supervisors and co-workers.Requires extensive knowledge of the operation of all hand and power tools commonly used in various disciplines and construction.Supplemental Information
Candidates must undergo a comprehensive background investigation, including fingerprinting and drug screening.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The City of Aventura is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The City of Aventura offers a wide range of employee benefits, which include :
Health, Dental, Vision
City pays the entire cost of employee's health, dental, short-term disability, long term disability and life insurance.City pays 50% of employee's dependent health and dental insuranceCity pays 70% of employee's dependent health insurance for Police Officers and 50% for dental insurance.Health insurance is an HMO - Open Access Managed Choice POS plan offered through UnitedHealthcareEmployees choose from a Dental PPO or HMO plan offered through HumanaVision plan for employee covering annual vision exam; glasses; lenses; or contacts through UnitedHealthcareLife Insurance
City provides life insurance equal to 1 times annual employees salary up to $50,000 through UNUMEmployee can purchase additional term life insurance coverage at low term rates through UNUMRetirement Plan
The City contributes an amount equal to 14% of salary to defined contribution 401(a) Retirement PlanEmployees begin vesting at 20% after one year and are fully vested after 5 yearsPolice Officer Pension Plan
Sworn Personnel are in a Defined Benefit Plan : City Contribution 27.696%; Employee Contribution 10.775%Defined Benefit Plan : 22.5 years of credited service, regardless of age; or age 57 with 10 years of credited service; 5 year DROPVoluntary Retirement Plans
457 pre-tax retirement planRoth IRA retirement planDisability Insurance
Long term disability is provided with a minimum of 50% salary coverage up to $5,000 / month.Short term disability replaces a portion of earnings while unable to work due to non-work related illness or injury.Life Insurance
City pays 1 times annual salary up to $50,000 including Accidental Death & Dismemberment policyVoluntary Life Insurance
Employee can purchase additional life insurance up to 5 times annual salary as well coverage for dependents.Flexible Spending & AFLAC
Employee can enroll in yearly Flexible Spending Accounts pre-tax for medical and dependent care expenses.AFLAC plans available for purchase at group rates.Holidays
New Year's Eve 1 / 2 DayNew Year's DayMartin Luther King's BirthdayPresident's DayMemorial DayJuneteenth4th of JulyLabor DayVeterans DayThanksgivingDay after ThanksgivingChristmas Eve 1 / 2 DayChristmas DayVacation Leave
Employees with less than 4 years service receive 80 hours vacation per yearEmployees with 4-10 years service receive 120 hours vacation per yearEmployees with over 10 years service receive 160 hours vacation per yearPersonal Leave
Employees are entitled to 24 hours of personal leave per calendar yearSick Leave
Employees accrue 8 hours sick leave per monthEmployees who do not utilize sick leave for a six month period are eligible for an additional 8 hours of vacationEmployees leaving the City are eligible for up to 100% payout for unused sick leave based on length of service up to a maximum of 800 hoursBereavement Leave
The City allows 32 hours leave for in-state funerals and 40 hours for out of state funeralsJob Basis Leave
Employees not eligible for overtime receive 5 days each year in recognition of extensive number of hours worked in excess of normal working hoursEducational Reimbursement
The City offers a 75% reimbursement of tuition costs for employees completing a course with a "B" or betterReimbursement is based on the rate of tuition charged in the state university system.Take Home Vehicles
Police MajorsPolice CaptainsDetectivesAll Sworn Officers (may be subject to mileage charges based on place of residence)911 ManagerCrime SceneSalary Incentives
Based on unit assignments like FTO, Detectives, K-9, SWAT, Traffic, SRO, Marine PatrolShift DifferentialsReferral Incentive
The City continues to recruit the best candidates for its open positions and we believe that the best sourcfes for candidates are identified through our current employees.
1,000 incentive for full-time hires400 incentive for part-time hiresPolice Officer & Police Communications Officer / Public Safety Dispatcher Recruitment Incentives
Up to $2,000 for recruit reimbursement for recently graduated candidates from a Florida Certified Law Enforcement Academy.Up to $1,000 for an Out-of-State Law Enforcement candidate completing Equivalency of Training (EOT) to become a Certified Law Enforcement Officer in the State of Florida.A $2,000 incentive will be paid to a PCO who successfully completes the Phase I, Call Taker training.2,000 for relocation allotment for any newly hired Police Officer who resides outside of either Miami-Dade or Broward County and relocates to either Miami-Dade or Broward County within six (6) months of hire.Describe your experience as a semi-skilled worker in one or more basic building maintenance trades.
Required Question
Salary : $39,000 - $50,000
