POSITION INFORMATION

Full-time, benefited position

Hourly Salary Range: $38.01- $46.20 an hour

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, performs a wide range of duties that span multi-trade construction and maintenance. Duties include project management and work scope development for new structures and improvements and remediation for existing structures. When projects are not in progress the position will perform routine and skilled maintenance, repair on buildings, hardscapes, grounds and their related apparatuses; and perform related work as required. The ability to assess structures and identify the root of the issue as well as development of the appropriate steps to address issues in a cost-conscious approach is key to success.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from higher-level supervisory staff and direction from higher-level staff. May guide lower-level staff as subject matter expert. The position will report to the Facilities and Park Maintenance Supervisor.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Construction and Maintenance Specialist has a wide breadth of projects under their prevue. The employee in this specialized class may work with a crew on a project and/or may work independently to perform construction and repair work. Duties require working from plans and using a variety of power tools and equipment such as tractors, dump trucks, carpenter shop power tools and equipment, concrete mixers, laser levels, sign router machines, and compressors to perform assigned duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

NOTE: Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor necessarily be limited to these examples

• Troubleshoot construction issues and implement solutions efficiently.
• Receives written and oral instructions from the Facilities and Parks Maintenance Supervisor or the Supervisor’s designee.

• Performs skilled duties in the areas of carpentry, pipe fitting, masonry work, drainage systems, landscaping, road work, and other trades work associated with park construction and maintenance of structures and grounds.

• Constructs and repairs structures made of bricks, blocks and plaster; pours concrete retaining walls, walkways, curbs, gutters, and stairs; does concrete finishing work.

• Performs minor electrical work including the installation of conduit, sub panels, and controller enclosures.

• Constructs wooden forms, fences (wood and cyclone), tables, booths, and cabinets; frames buildings and does other carpentry work.

• Constructs, repairs and installs park and District signs.

• Operates tractors, trenchers, loaders, post hole diggers, jack hammer and a variety of other heavy equipment required to perform maintenance and construction tasks.

• Uses ditch digger and backhoe on newly installed drains, water, and pipelines. grades and excavates for repair of sites and/or preparation of sites for relocation of portable buildings.

• Properly uses, cleans and maintains all tools and small power equipment.

• Assists in estimating quantity and costs of materials required for projects from blueprints, plans and field work.

• Maintains records and carpentry shop inventory.

• Inspects, installs and repairs tot lot equipment.

• Establishes grade, using blueprints, engineering equipment, tractors and floats.

• Fabricates construction hardware. Provides primary district support in the welding, fencing, and sheet metal trades.

• Uses paints, oils, stains, and adhesives in construction, repair and alteration of structures.

• May assist with irrigation installations and repairs.

• Work collaboratively with project managers, subcontractors, and other trades.

• Some maintenance or mechanical work may be outside specialized field, requiring aptitude, willingness, and adaptability.

• Performs other duties as assigned that pertain to the overall goal of the department.

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED

AND

Five years of increasingly recent experience in construction work that included a wide variety of tasks in multiple construction areas.

OR

Any combination of experience, training, education, that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Preference will be given to candidates with experience with the Division of the State Architect.

Knowledge of:

• Principle, methods, tools and equipment used in maintenance and construction.

• Project management and cost assessment.

• Workship equipment such as routers, sign machines, and airless paint sprayers.

• The use of paints, oil, stains and adhesives.

• Basic elements of horticulture.

• Basic principles of irrigation maintenance and repair.

• Occupational hazards and related safety precautions.

• Principles and procedures of record keeping.

• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.

• Operation of the various types of tools and equipment used in park maintenance and construction.

• Use, storage and disposal of hazardous materials.

Ability to:

• Perform a wide range of skilled construction activities, including heavy physical labor.

• Must be willing and able to carry a device to ensure that the employee is reachable.

• Use engineering grading equipment.

• Work collaboratively across teams of individuals within and external to the organization.

• Operate a variety of hand tools (gas and electric) used in park construction and maintenance work.

• Operate trucks and moderate to heavy power-driven equipment.

• Layout and schedule maintenance and construction projects.

• Understand and carry out written and oral instructions.

• Understand and apply appropriate safety procedures.

Licenses and Certifications:

At the time of appointment, California Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record maintained throughout employment.

Preferred Certification in one of the following: plumbing, electrical or HVAC

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to have: hearing and speech adequate to communicate in person, by telephone and radio; vision that distinguishes colors, has depth perception, and uses both eyes; bodily movement adequate to drive vehicles, traverse terrain, stand for long periods of time, climb, bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, and reach; manual dexterity to use tools, perform repetitive hand movements, and communicate in writing; foot dexterity adequate to operate vehicles with foot controls; strength to safely perform lifting of items up to 50 pounds and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds; tolerance to work under adverse weather conditions such as outdoors in rain, heat and cold; ability to climb ladders and into and out of trenches; stamina to dig holes and ditches.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents may be assigned an on-call and irregular work schedule, including weekends, early mornings, evenings, and holidays.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS

Incumbents work in both indoor and outdoor environments with moderate to loud noise levels. May work in controlled temperature conditions, cold and hot temperatures, or inclement weather conditions. Exposure to chemicals, mechanical and electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Incumbents will interact with individuals in interpreting and enforcing rules, policies, and procedures.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

• Department of Justice fingerprint clearance

• TB Test

• Functional medical physical examination

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the selection process. Request for reasonable accommodation during the selection process may be made by contacting the Human Resources Office prior to the final filing date.

LARPD is an Equal Opportunity/ADA Employer and values diversity at all levels of the organization.