Craftsworker I / Facilities Maintenance Worker I

Job Posting

The City of Dunedin is seeking candidates for a full-time Craftsworker I position. The hiring salary is $17.33 - $19.93 per hour, depending on qualifications. The position offers benefits including medical insurance plans through Cigna, life insurance and long term disability, vision care, annual and sick leave, a defined contribution plan 401(a) with an 8% city contribution, 11 paid holidays, and flexible work schedules.

Job Responsibilities

The essential job functions include performing semi-skilled construction, maintenance and / or repair work for various routine and special projects throughout the city. This includes participating in the construction and / or renovation of city buildings, structures and properties, performing basic electrical, plumbing, and / or HVAC systems maintenance and repair work as needed, and performing general carpentry work in construction projects.

Minimum Training and Experience

A high school diploma or equivalent, or a vocational / technical diploma in construction or related field with two years of experience in facilities maintenance or related field is required. An equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered.

Special Requirements

Must possess a valid Florida Class "B" CDL with Air-Brake endorsement or obtain within six months of appointment. American Red Cross Heartsaver CPR / AED certification within one year of appointment. This is a Category A position for the purposes of Emergency Management. Employees in this category may be assigned to work a variety of schedules, including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and / or disaster situations. Category A employees are required to stay on premises during a declared state of emergency, or as otherwise mandated. May require certification in forklift, scissor lift operations, and lock-out / tag-out.

Performance Indicators

The position requires knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies of the City of Dunedin as they pertain to the performance of essential duties of the Craftsworker I position. Clearly understands any occupational hazards and adheres to all safety precautions inherent in performing the essential functions of the work. Is skilled in applying responsible attention to detail as necessary in preparing simple records. Has the ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency. Has the ability to speak and understand the English language. Requires the ability to arrange, compare, count, differentiate, measure and / or sort data and / or information. Includes judging whether readily observable functional, structural or compositional characteristics are similar to or divergent from prescribed standards, procedures or routines. Requires the ability to provide guidance, assistance and / or interpretation to others on how to apply procedures and standards to specific situations. Knows how to perform duties in a courteous manner and with the utmost integrity in the best interest of the public. Requires the ability to use, operate and / or handle a variety of maintenance equipment and tools, which may include a forklift, truck, carpentry tools, electrician's tools, plumbing tools, mechanic's tools, other hand and power tools. Has knowledge of the practices, equipment, tools and materials of facilities maintenance, construction and repair work, including electrical, plumbing, carpentry / construction, and HVAC maintenance work. Has skill in the care and use of required tools and equipment. Is able to make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment. Requires the ability to use a variety of reference and descriptive data and information. Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication and division; to calculate decimals and percentages; to perform mathematical operations using basic algebraic and geometric principles and calculations. Requires the ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagrammatic form. Involves semi-routine standardized work with some latitude for independent judgment concerning choices of action. Has the ability to comprehend, interpret and apply regulations, procedures and related information. Is able to read and interpret various materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job, including technical diagrams. Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving a variety of generally pre-defined duties which are often characterized by frequent change. Is able to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision. Is able to use independent judgment in performing routine tasks. Has the ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities.

Physical and Sensory Requirements

Tasks involve the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, typically involving some combination of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling of objects and materials of heavy weight (up to 75 pounds), and occasionally heavier items (100 pounds or over). Tasks require sufficient hand / eye coordination to perform semi-skilled and skilled repetitive movements. Some tasks require visual, depth, texture and auditory perception and discrimination as well as oral communications ability. Some tasks require exposure to adverse weather conditions, temperature extremes, wetness / humidity, strong odors, smoke / dusts / pollen, fumes, noise extremes, vibrations, machinery hazards, traffic hazards.

The City of Dunedin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.