USD $28,766.40/Yr.

USD $50,814.40/Yr.

Perform trainee duties of semi-skilled work involving two or more trades in the minor construction, maintenance, and repair of buildings, equipment, and facilities.

Non-standard hours including nights, holidays and weekends

Completion of trainee and twelve-month Multi-Trades Worker I probation

Orient Road Jail/Falkenburg Road Jail and various locations throughout Hillsborough County

Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform some or all of the activities described below.

 

Note: Incumbents function in a trainee capacity to gain proficiency in the duties listed below and become eligible for promotion to Multi-Trades Worker I upon successful completion of the trainee status.

• Perform lawn, landscape and grounds maintenance functions in a subtropical climate.
• Assist electricians in installing and repairing electrical wiring, fixtures, and related equipment.
• Assist painters in mixing and matching paints, stains, and painting.
• Assist plumbers in installing, maintaining, and repairing pipes, valves, faucets, sinks, and other plumbing facilities.
• Assist masons in laying brick, cement block, and sidewalks.
• Assist carpenters in repairing chairs, tables, fences, doors, windows, floor, and other articles and fixtures.
• Assist maintenance personnel in the repair and maintenance of buildings.
• Assist HVAC mechanics in the operation, maintenance, and repair of heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning equipment.
• Assist equipment mechanics in the repair and maintenance of gasoline and/or diesel operated vehicles or other related mechanical components.
• Assist with the construction, maintenance, and repair of roads, ditches, culverts, and associated structures.
• Assist in the repair and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Assist in the use of gas/electric operated equipment.
• Clean work sites upon work completion.
• Drive a motor vehicle to and from work sites.
• Perform other related duties as required.

To be acquired during the training period.

• Some knowledge of procedures and techniques used in two or more construction trades.
• Some knowledge of the construction and maintenance of various types of buildings and facilities.
• Some knowledge of safety procedures and safety equipment.
• Skill in the use of hand and electrical tools and equipment used in building and construction.
• Ability to read and interpret blue prints and drawings.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to perform a variety of physical tasks.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work effectively with others.

Note: Applicants must meet the following requirement(s) to be considered minimally qualified for the job.

 

A high school diploma or possession of a GED certificate.

• Depending on area of assignment, incumbents may be required to possess a valid Florida Driver License at time of employment. Driving history will be thoroughly reviewed and may be grounds for disqualification.
• No visible tattoos on face. Tattoos on hands, neck, or arms must be covered with white, black, or neutral colored covering.
• No illegal drug sale within lifetime.
• No illegal drug use within the past 36 months. No marijuana use within the last 24 months.
• No felony convictions within lifetime.
• No misdemeanor convictions involving perjury, false statement, or domestic violence within lifetime.
• Prior military personnel must not have a dishonorable discharge from any branch of the United States Armed Forces, the United States Coast Guard, National Guard, or Reserve Forces.
• Successful completion of a criminal background investigation including polygraph, reference/employment/neighborhood checks, medical evaluation, and drug screening.

Benefits include but are not limited to:
 
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance coverage
- Florida Retirement System and Deferred Compensation
- Paid time off including sick, vacation, and holiday time
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Employee incentives for educational degrees and bilingual (Spanish) abilities
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid training

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