Job Summary

The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE)- Georgia School for the Deaf is recruiting for 2 experienced General Trades Tech 2.

Under general supervision, this position performs a variety of semiskilled and skilled building trades work in the repair, maintenance or construction of state buildings and related structures.

The job responsibilities include, but not limited to :

Description of Duties

• Install and maintain security, climate control and other facilities systems
• Assemble, install and / or repairs wiring, electrical and electronic components, pipe systems and plumbing, machinery, and equipment
• Diagnose and correct mechanical and structural problems, checking blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs
• Ensure all maintenance conforms to quality standards and designated timeliness
• Handle hazardous materials according to laws and regulations
• Install, maintain, evaluate and repair any components of the systems
• Operate plant equipment and building automation systems
• Operate trade related tools and equipment
• Maintain / assist an accurate inventory of all materials and equipment
• Perform basic and skilled painting, carpentry, and roofing tasks
• Perform general maintenance and repair work on facilities and equipment
• Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines operate smoothly, efficiently and physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate
• Read, utilize blueprints, plan, drawing and sketches to determine the work to be performed and resources required
• Renovate or build additions to existing facilities
• Repair and perform maintenance on plumbing fixtures, lighting, air vents and air conditioning units and facilities
• Wear safety equipment and observes all safety practices and regulations

Preferred Qualifications

Preferencewillbegiventoapplicantswho,inadditiontomeetingtheminimumqualifications, possess one or more of the following :

• Basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry skills
• Basic computer skills
• Basic American Sign Language (ASL) skills

Consideration / interviews will begin as soon as a list of applicants is established. Applications / resumes will be evaluated and only those meeting the qualifications may be forwarded to the hiring manager to be considered.

Candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted directly. No notification will be sent to applicants except those who are selected for interviews.

It is the policy of the Georgia Department of Education not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or age in its employment practices.

The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) and each associated State School is a registered participant in the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify.

The GaDOE utilizes the program to verify employment eligibility of individuals hired on or after July 1, 2007.

High school diploma or GED AND Two years of experience in building repairs and maintenance or in the specific area of assignment OR One year of experience at the lower level General Trades Tech 1 (FET030) or position equivalent.

Note : Some positions may require area specific certifications / licenses.