Trades Worker

The County of Volusia is seeking a Trades Worker for the Resource Stewardship Division. This position performs routine and complex semi-skilled work in one of the skilled trades including general construction and maintenance that requires little supervision and a higher degree skill.

This position will be offered at the base rate of $19.33

(NOTE: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.)

• May perform general and limited tasks in the construction, renovation, modification, installation, and repair of buildings, apparatus, and facilities with close supervision.
• May perform general painting applications of interior and exterior areas of buildings, preparation and repair of surfaces to be painted.
• May perform general air conditioning and heating repair, preventive maintenance duties required for a variety of equipment.
• Performs general plumbing repair and installation of valves, fittings, fixtures, waste lines, etc.
• May perform general carpentry repair and renovation of framework, paneling, ceilings, doors, windows, etc.
• May perform general electrical repair and renovation of lighting, switches, receptacles, various types of conduits, etc.
• May install and repair underground drainage piping, structures, and restoration.
• May perform concrete work (eg. sidewalks, driveways, free form, etc.).
• May do grade shots for pipe and structure installation.
• May perform small engine repair.
• May perform work related to utility infrastructure at water/wastewater plants, water main installs and maintenance, lift station operation, troubleshooting and maintenance to include mechanical, electrical and
• structural components.
• May perform preventive maintenance duties such as cleaning of buildings and facilities and replacing light ballast.
• May assist or perform work related to utilities such as meter installation, water/sewer line locates and maintenance, lift station troubleshooting and maintenance.
• May perform work such as venue set up for meetings, classroom training, theater, presentations, or banquets.
• Sets up audio/visual equipment and operates same, if necessary. Connects sound equipment and sets appropriate volume levels for both house systems and portable systems.
• Connects and operates lighting systems and sets dimmer systems to compliment client's event. Installs event specific equipment such as basketball court and goals, dance floor, staging, risers, ice rink, hockey goals and glass, lighting trusses, etc.
• May operate all associated equipment to include but not limited to mediumsize weight construction equipment and vehicle (e.g. tractor, front loader, mini excavator, skid loader, dump truck, pick-up truck, and trailer).
• May load and unload trailer equipment and materials.
• May perform work found in the Maintenance Worker classification series.
• May be assigned to other county locations based upon operational needs.
• Attends work on a regular and consistent basis.
• Must adhere to Federal, State, County and Local ordinances.
• Responds to emergency situations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

High School diploma or possession of GED and two (2) years of experience in public assembly building or maintenance and repair in plumbing, carpentry, electrical, air conditioning, painting, mechanical pipe installation and repair, concrete, or brick work.

A comparable amount of education and training may be substituted for the minimum experience.

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license at the time of hire and maintain thereafter.

All Assignments

• Knowledge of the practices, methods, materials, and tools of one or more of the building trades.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Skilled in the use and care of tools, equipment, and materials of the trades to which assigned.
• Ability to perform advanced complex work.
• Ability to perform work in one or more of the trades without close supervision.
• Ability to work from maps, blueprints, schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Ability to perform work from oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform shop math.
• Ability to write simple sentences relaying information.
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing to groups and individuals.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions.
• Ability to interact effectively with others.
• Must be able to relocate to other county locations based upon operational needs.
  
  

Ada Requirements

Mental Demands: Ability to read and comprehend work orders, safety and operational instructions, maps, blueprints, schematics, mechanical drawings, instructions, procedures, memos. Ability to perform shop math. Ability to write simple sentences relaying information, data and details to others.

Physical Demands: Ability to see, talk, and hear, stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach overhead, climb, grasp, lift, carry, pull, push 25-100 pounds (determined by department or division). Visual acuity (depth perception, peripheral vision, and color acuity), necessary to operate a motorized vehicle. Finger dexterity. Ability to traverse uneven, wet, or broken terrain.

Environmental Demands: Inside and outside work. May require exposure to inclement weather (heat, humidity, cold, and rain), chemicals, dust, confined spaces and poor ventilation.

Volusia County is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Veterans' preference is provided to qualified applicants pursuant to State law.