Trades Helper (Pay Grade 16) AFSCME Local Union 459

In accordance with the Merit System Rules and Regulations an eligible list which will be valid for a one-year period and which will be used to fill vacancies during that period is being established for this classification. Applicants on the eligible list will be certified in accordance with the Merit System and appropriate union contracts.

New Castle County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES : Performs skilled work at a junior level in assisting a journey-level tradesperson; does related work as required.

• Assists Carpenters in the installation and repair of roofs walls and doors cabinets shelving window air-conditioners bulletin boards wall and floor coverings glazing and repair of hardware items;
• Assists Plumbers in cutting threading and installing pipe; installation and repair of fixtures and plumbing systems such as water supply and heating lines; and installation and service of pumps and motors;
• Assists Electricians in installation of new electrical wiring and related items repair of electrical motors and repair of electric circuits and devices;
• Assists Electricians and Electronic Technicians in troubleshooting programming and repairing electronic controls PLCs and instruments;
• Assists Pump Station Mechanics in the assembly and disassembly of centrifugal pumps greasing and cleaning pumps and changing and cutting of gaskets;
• Assists Welders in fabrication work and installation of fabricated objects torch cutting of various materials and operating acetylene and electric welding equipment;
• Assists Masons in laying bricks blocks stone with mortar finishing concrete surfaces building catch basins plastering and repair work;
• Assists Painters in painting interior and exterior of buildings and in other painting tasks;
• Assists Television/Grouter Equipment Operators in the operation of the television camera and grouter to inspect and repair sewer lines and in the setting up and maintenance of equipment;
• May independently perform some tasks within skill capability such as conducting operation check in pump stations and reporting data and deficiencies found replacing broken window panes removing and replacing meter data storage discs spot painting and repointing masonry joints;
• Performs the duties of a Maintenance and Construction Worker when not performing the above duties;
• May attend training classes in specific occupational skill;
• Promotes an ongoing attitude of dedication to excellent public service and ensures that external and internal customers are provided with the highest quality of service;
• Operates a personal computer and other related equipment in the course of the work.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES : Some knowledge of the types and use of common tools special tools related instruments and power tools used in construction and maintenance work particularly with respect to the trade to which assigned; ability to carry out written and oral directions; ability to learn the principles practices methods operation of tools and equipment used by skilled trades people; ability to communicate courteously and effectively both verbally and in writing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : At least one (1) year experience in maintenance and repair work and completion of a high school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of experience education or training directly related to the required knowledge skills and abilities.

Cassondra Briggs
Human Resources Technician