Job Title:

Trades Specialist (AQT, Electrician, Electronics, Elevator, Plumber)

Salary/Grade:

$21.72 hr/G1-M2

Job Summary:

Performs moderately complex repair or construction of university facilities or property which require specialized training in a skilled trade (plumbing). Hours for this position are Sunday through Wednesday, 3:30 pm to 1:30 am.

Duties/Physical Demands:

Reviews job orders and blueprints or drawings; inspects site and consults with client; determines best method to complete project. Estimates amount of materials and equipment needed to complete project; arranges for materials to be at job site. Performs complex repair or installation on University facilities and property using expertise acquired through specialized training in a skilled trade. Assists outside contractors as needed; assists crafts-persons from other trades as needed. Maintains and cleans tools and equipment; maintains work area in a clean and orderly manner. May prepare some paperwork; may maintain files.

Minimum Qualifications:

Requires nine months training beyond high school in a skilled trade and two years of experience in that trade, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Driver's license required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the procedures and equipment of a particular skilled trade Mechanical aptitude Ability to read and understand blueprints and/or mechanical diagrams

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

Frequent standing and walking with some climbing and lifting of materials weighing 50 to 75 pounds. Frequent operation of equipment. Somewhat unpleasant working conditions. Some exposure to several unpleasant elements which are particularly disagreeable. Some element of personal risk and exposure to accidents

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment drug testing may be required for this position.

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EO/AA Statement/Clery Act:

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