Learn to complete semi-skilled work involving two or more trades in the minor construction, maintenance, and repair of buildings, equipment, and facilities.

Note: Depending on assigned responsibilities, employees may perform some or all of the duties below.

Note for Trainees: Trainees are expected to learn the following duties while in a 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 heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (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.

• 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.

• A high school diploma or possession of a GED certificate.

• Attendance at the specified Sheriff's Office work location is required.
• Depending on assignment, employees 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 12 months.
• No felony convictions within lifetime.
• No misdemeanor convictions involving perjury, false statement, or domestic violence within lifetime.
• No 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 background investigation including criminal, reference, employment, and neighborhood checks; polygraph; medical evaluation; and drug screening.