Transportation Building and Grounds Maintenance Worker Senior - Kanawha County

About the Department

**Disclaimer-this position will be considered classified-exempt and “at will.”

The Transportation Building and Grounds Maintenance Worker Senior will report to the Buildings and Grounds Maintenance Headquarters. This position performs experienced journey level work maintaining and repairing a variety of equipment used in heating, cooling and general operation of Transportations’ buildings and grounds. In a lead capacity issues instructions to lower level positions concerning cleaning, repair, and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment, plumbing and building structures, and grounds maintenance. May be required, with proper training, to work in asbestos or other environmental issues. Performs related work as required.

Pay Grade: 13

Position Duties

• Installs, operates, maintains and repairs building plumbing and piping systems such as steam, hot water, heating, cooling, gas, freon, pneumatic, fresh water, wastewater  and sewage piping; rest room equipment; kitchen and ice making equipment. Installs, operates, maintains, and repairs interior and exterior lighting systems, electrical circuits and portable equipment.

• Performs preventive maintenance on heating and cooling equipment such as tightening fan belts, changing filters, and providing lubrication.

• Repairs and replaces walls, floors, steps, doors, window frames and other wooden articles or equipment using saws, power and hand tools.

• Performs masonry repair work such as preparing cement, installing reinforcing steel rods, patching and finishing cement work, and replacing damaged masonry.

• Records data such as temperature, hours of operation and fuel consumed; requests supply of fuel in advance of running out, may use computer information for data.

• Practices safety techniques and procedures on the job and in the shop to prevent fires and provide safety for self and others in the area; applies knowledge of the  trade, knowledge of safety standards, signs, barricades and safety equipment (glasses, shoes, belts and masks).

• Uses electrical or gas welding, brazing and cutting equipment to accomplish various plumbing and structural repairs or modifications. Inspects heating and cooling  equipment such as meters, safety valves, and pipes for loose connections, corrosion, or other defects and makes necessary repairs.

• Fabricates and installs basic HVAC ducts and fixtures.

• Participate in the snow removal plan by removing snow and ice from building entrances, walks, roadways, parking areas, and other designated areas assigned by supervisor  using motorized equipment and hand tools.

• Perform grounds maintenance including grass cutting and sod repair; uses hand mowers, riding mowers, brush chipper, chainsaw and skid steer to complete assigned duties.

• Completes preventive, predictive, and scheduled maintenance records.

• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver’s license is required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of the standard methods, practices, tools and equipment used in a variety of building maintenance trades.

• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and related safety procedures.

• Knowledge of heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning equipment.

• Knowledge of plumbing, carpenter, electrician, drywall and finishing trades.

• Knowledge of the operational characteristics of building equipment and repair procedures.

• Knowledge of various types of heating, ventilation, and cooling systems.

• Ability to paint and do drywall.

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

• Ability to read prints, schematic circuits and diagrams used in repairing equipment.

• Ability to use power and plumbing tools in the repair of building fixtures and facilities.

Other Qualifications

REQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATION 

• No formal education required.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Six (6) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in building maintenance, building construction, in the installation and maintenance of building electrical or heating systems, or highway related experience.
• Substitution: Successful completion of vocational school training may substituted for the required experience through an established formula.

Benefits

Annual Increment Pay    

Paid Vacation
 
Paid Holidays
 
Paid Sick Leave
 
Family Medical Leave
 
Leave Donation Program
 
Military Leave
 
Employee Education Reimbursement & Leave Program
 
Flexible Work Schedules

Training Opportunities
 
Promotion Opportunities
 
Public Employees’ Retirement System:

1. Employees enrolled in PERS Tier 1 contribute 4.5% of their gross salary.     The Employer contributes 9%.
2. Employees enrolled in PERS Tier 2 contribute 6.0% of their gross salary.  The Employer contributes 9%.

Agency Information

EmployerWest Virginia Department of Transportation (WV)Division West Virginia Department of Transportation Address 1900 Kanawha Blvd, East
Building 5, Room A-450
Charleston, West Virginia, 25305 Phone304-558-3111
Website https://transportation.wv.gov