Sr Maintenance Mechanic

Senior Maintenance MechanicThe Senior Maintenance Mechanic performs a variety of journey level building maintenance and repair jobs, including the inspection of buildings to determine the need for repair, the planning and layout of work to be done, and the estimating of material costs and staffing requirements. This classification is distinguished by the fact that while an incumbent may be more proficient in a specific trade, the nature of the work is such that assignments may cross into all aspects involved in the maintenance and repair of buildings, equipment and grounds. Work is performed with considerable independence, but in most instances results from written or oral instructions. The Sr Maintenance Mechanic may work independently, as part of a crew, or as lead worker on specific projects, and may supervise a number of lower level maintenance and labor employees. The journeyman is proficient in the skills and practices of a variety of trades, with full knowledge of the principles, tools and techniques. The journeyman has responsibility for determining methods, techniques, materials, and/or devices best suited to complete projects. Work at this grade is completed with little or no check during progress or on completion. Does related work as required.Qualifications/Requirements:Experience: Either: (a) high school or equivalency diploma and four years of experience in trade; or (b) graduation from a two year post high school or trade school course and two years of experience in the trade; or (c) seven years of work experience, five of which must have been in the trade; or (d) a satisfactory equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (a), (b), and (c).Education: High School diploma, required. Associate's, preferred.Licenses / Certifications: Possession of a valid New York State Driver's License appropriate to the type of equipment operated. Depending on work assignment, must meet standards of OSHA regulation 1910.134 Respiratory Protection, and will be required to meet federal, state and local standards with respect to health and safety.Other: Thorough knowledge of the tools, techniques and terminology of at least one of the building trades and good knowledge of at least two others; thorough knowledge or the accident and safety precautions of the building trades; ability to lay out extensive maintenance, repair, reconstruction and alteration jobs in the most economical manner which adequately meet the need, specifying the amounts of materials to be used and the estimated time and material costs; ability to use computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, email and database software; ability to read, write, speak, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the essential functions of the position; resourcefulness and imagination in meeting new and unusual building and repair problems; initiative in carrying out repair work and in seeking improved work methods; physical strength and agility; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.