JOB TITLE:  Craft Technician II

DEPARTMENT/DIVISION:  Varies

REPORTS TO:  Varies

SUMMARY:  Responsible for providing specialized repair and maintenance duties in a skilled trade (e.g., HVAC, electrical, welding, carpentry, plumbing, and locksmithing).  Duties may include:  obtaining bids on parts; troubleshooting and maintaining systems; ensuring City buildings are in proper working condition; conducting inspections; and, performing maintenance and repairs in accordance with state codes, regulations, and safety procedures.  Work is performed with limited supervision. May require training and direction to other employees.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs specialized troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance in a skilled trade to a variety of structures, equipment, and/or systems, which may include: electrical circuits, HVAC systems, locks, plumbing systems, motorized doors, playground equipment, landscape equipment, and/or other related items.
• Operates a variety of specialized tools and equipment, which may include: computerized monitoring systems, sprayers, mixers, hand and power tools, and/or other related tools and equipment.
• Maintains work order logs and prioritizes work accordingly.
• Determines quantity and types of equipment and other materials to be used for work orders.
• Monitors inventory of supplies and equipment to ensure adequate stock and functionality is maintained; orders required supplies when inventory levels meet established guidelines.
• Inspects, repairs, regulates, and maintains existing and/or new facilities, systems, fixtures, and equipment; participates in periodic servicing activities.
• Reads, interprets, and reviews drawings for proposed new facilities and renovations.
• Monitors the work of external contractors to ensure contract terms and specifications are met and adhered to.  Provides technical expertise and guidance to contractors on a regular and on-going basis during applicable projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

POSITION SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS:

Parks – Construction

• Performs a wide variety of activities in support of playground areas, which includes: installing park fixtures and playground equipment; inspecting and repairing playground equipment and surface material.
• Performs a wide variety of activities in support of ground maintenance, which includes: removing graffiti; cleaning and sanitizing restrooms; power washing pavilions, walls, sidewalks, and restrooms.
• Pours, spreads and levels concrete; sets forms, wrecks forms, backfills; uses various concrete finishing tools; cleans up work site, materials and unused concrete.
• Constructs and builds various projects using wood, power tools, large wood-working equipment, and other materials.

SUPERVISORY/BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Provides budget input and helps monitor specific line-item expenditures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of electrical system test equipment;
• Knowledge of facilities maintenance practices and procedures;
• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, and regulations;
• Knowledge of chemicals and chemical mixtures;
• Knowledge of safety and security procedures;
• Knowledge of applicable tools and equipment of the trade;
• Knowledge of inventory maintenance principles;
• Knowledge of basic mathematical concepts;
• Knowledge of construction procedures;
• Skilled in evaluating and recommending repair, replacement, and maintenance of applicable components and equipment;
• Skilled in effectively solving problems and making decisions;
• Skilled in maintaining records;
• Skilled in performing manual labor;
• Skilled in operating, maintaining, and repairing a variety of hand and power tools;
• Skilled in performing and administering formalized preventative maintenance programs;
• Skilled in operating and maintaining specialized equipment;
• Skilled in reading, comprehending, and interpreting technical documents and instructions;
• Skilled in defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions;
• Skilled in operating a computer and related software applications;
• Skilled in communicating effectively with a variety of individuals.
• Knowledge of various irrigation systems;
• Knowledge of methods for repair and installation of controllers, backflow devices, wires, PVC pipe and valves;
• Ability to read irrigation plans
• Knowledge of chemicals and proper handling techniques;
• General knowledge of soil types;
• General knowledge of landscaping techniques

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Two years experience in area of specialty. 
• May require certification in area of specialty.

PREFERENCES:

• Completion of an approved apprenticeship or training program in a related skilled trade.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Frequent climbing, balancing, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, seeing, hearing, smelling, and manual dexterity.
• Occasional lifting and carrying of over 100 pounds.
• Work is typically performed in both standard office and outdoor environments, with potential exposure to adverse weather conditions.
• Work is occasionally performed in close quarters, high and precarious places, and near moving mechanical parts.
• Potential exposure to risk of electrical shock, vibration, fumes, airborne particles, and infectious diseases.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must satisfy pre-employment drug test.
• Must satisfy criminal history check.
• Must satisfy motor vehicle records check.
• Must obtain Class A CDL driver’s license within 3 months (excludes Facility Services).

Parks – Construction 

• May be required to obtain CPSI (Certified Playground Safety Inspector) Certification within 1 year of employment.