Physical Plant Maintenance/Trades Mechanic II

Summary Statement A class incumbent performs at the full performance level carrying out routine and preventative maintenance on physical plants; bridges and equipment; working on ongoing and short term projects to help ensure efficient operations of physical plant facilities; bridges and/or upkeep and restoration of historical buildings. This position must be available to work overtime as needed, and during storm events and other emergency events on short notice and in some cases no advance notice. Essential Functions Renovates equipment, builds partitions, furniture and structures to extend usage and/or meet specific needs. Performs maintenance in one or more trade fields including plumbing, carpentry, painting and assists in complex or large-scale projects. Inspects facilities, makes basic repairs to systems, structures and equipment and is engaged in preventative maintenance program. Inspects, maintains and repairs HVAC operation, water supply, pumps, wells, sanitary systems, compressors, treatment and disposal plants. May perform maintenance and preventative maintenance of vehicles and operate heavy equipment. Maintains records of materials, jobs, and other pertinent information. May perform highway lighting or drawbridge maintenance. Job Requirements Six months experience in operating and maintaining a variety of equipment, hand and power tools used in trades fields such as plumbing, carpentry, painting or HVAC. Six months experience in performing work in a variety of trades fields such as plumbing, carpentry, painting or HVAC. Knowledge of interpreting blueprints, schematics or technical drawings. Knowledge of record keeping. Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving). Conditions of Hire As a condition of hire you must possess a valid CDL Class A or B drivers license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving) OR obtain one during the initial 90-day probationary period. Pre‑employment Drug Testing: Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre‑employment drug testing as part of the hiring process. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources. DelDOT does not provide employment‑based sponsorship. DelDOT Medical Exam: Applicants who meet the job requirements for the position, and who are made a conditional offer of employment, shall be required to meet the physical qualifications and examination requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations to hold a commercial driver's license unless they are approved for either an Intra‑State CDL Waiver of a Federal Waiver or Exemption. In addition, applicants must not have incurred four or more serious traffic violations during the previous three years as defined by the Federal Motor Carrier Code. The Department of Transportation will obtain driving record information maintained by the Division of Motor Vehicles for the preceding three year period. This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms. All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County. Benefits To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. #J-18808-Ljbffr State-of-Delawar