What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Building Trades Worker - Detention Facility position at Manatee County Government?
Work Location: Manatee County Corrections Complex, 14470 Harlee Road, Palmetto, Florida 34221
Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
This classification performs advanced skilled technical work involving construction, maintenance and repair projects for Manatee County Detention Facility, systems, equipment, and grounds. Work involves application of various trades skills at the journeyman level and those learned on the job.Employees in this class ensure that work is performed in accordance with codes, rules, regulations, and procedures in a safe manner, monitoring the use of materials and equipment.
Note: In addition to the qualifications set forth in this job description, employees holding this position must have a background allowing them to have regular access to secured areas of certain governmental facilities. Such employees may, due to policies of the Sheriff or Chief Circuit Judge, be subject to independent background investigations which exceed those conducted by Manatee County. Employees holding this position are hereby given notice that these independent officials, or their duly authorized representatives may, based on the results of their investigation, decline to permit the employee access to secured areas of facilities under their operational control. In the event the County is unable to fully utilize such employees in other County operations not requiring secured area access, such employees are subject to non-disciplinary separation from County employment.
Working Conditions
Indoor/Outdoor situation; high noise environment while performing certain responsibilities. Lifting equipment up to 50 lbs. alone; up to 100 lbs. with assistance. The position is located at the Manatee County Detention Facility. Employee will be working inside locked pods and around both convicted inmates and individuals who are still awaiting disposition.
Essential Functions
These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Performs advanced skilled trades work involving demolition, salvage, renovation, alteration, installation, and repair projects for the Manatee County Detention Facility, equipment, systems, and grounds. Ensures safety rules are followed and work is performed in accordance with applicable rules, regulations, and procedures.
Performs skilled facility upgrades and remodeling requiring advanced knowledge of skilled trades, which may include, but not be limited to, flooring, masonry, painting, carpentry, plumbing (including installation and repairs), electrical installation and wiring, roofing, landscaping, and repair of HVAC units.
Operates bench tools, such as table saws, drill presses, grinders, jointers, planes, belt sanders, hand drills, gas-powered saws, generators, etc. Performs locksmith tasks, including re-keying and installing panic bars, deadbolts and other hardware.
Performs a variety of HVAC work including, but not limited to, inspection of AC units, adjusting controls, lubricating moving parts, changing filters, replacing refrigerant, testing equipment, replacing defective parts, etc. May assist or work alone in installing new AC units.
Services related refrigeration equipment, i.e., water coolers, ice machines, refrigerators, etc., as needed.
Loads and unloads heavy materials from trucks, vans and other areas; moves or aids in moving heavy and/or bulky objects.
Assists with planning job layouts and assignments; estimates costs for time and materials needed to complete jobs; prepares and maintains appropriate records.
Serves in a lead capacity and oversees work performed by crews and outside contractors, when required.
Performs other related work (including weather or other extreme emergency duties) as required.
Minimum of three (3) years skilled trades work experience (related to area of assignment) in commercial building construction, maintenance, and repair.
Trade Skill related certification(s)/license(s) may be required.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Vocational and/or Military training certification in one or more skilled trades related to commercial building trades work.
Prior lead or supervisory experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledgeable of current codes, rules, and regulations, and possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to apply proper process and procedures to perform assigned duties.
Knowledge of the type of construction and maintenance used in various types of buildings and facilities.
Knowledge of occupational hazards associated with building maintenance, repair and construction; knowledge of, and ability to safely apply, pertinent safety measures and precautions.
Ability to respond to emergency and after-hours calls, including nights, weekends and holidays.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and sketches.
Ability to safely erect, use, and remove mechanical scaffolding, ladders, etc.
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
Ability to perform a variety of physical tasks, involving reaching, bending, stooping, squatting, climbing, etc.
Ability to identify colors.
Ability to work in high or confined areas, if required.
Ability to effectively perform strenuous duties under a variety of climatic conditions.
Ability to work and communicate effectively with others and the general public.
Ability to work independently, without assistance or immediate supervision; ability to effectively serve in a lead capacity if required.
Ability to perform accurate mathematical computations and prepare cost estimates on time and materials.
Skill in the use and care of hand and electrical tools and equipment used in building and maintenance trades.
Skill in trouble shooting, making repairs, and operating adjustments to electrical, plumbing, and/or HVAC problems.
Skill in preparing and maintaining records and reports.
Salary : $20 - $29
