TRADES/UTILITIES SENIOR WORKER 61382

04/01/93 G

This is the second class in the Trades/Utilities series. Positions in this class perform skilled repair and maintenance tasks in one or more specialized trades/ utilities areas and perform semi-skilled, general repair and maintenance tasks in other trades/utilities areas. Positions in this class may work with specialized skilled craft workers in a large work zone, work unit or facility or work independently in a smaller unit or facility. This class is distinguished from the Trades/Utilities Worker class by its primary responsibility for independently performing skilled repair and maintenance work or leading a group of Trades/Utilities Workers. It is distinguished from the Trades/Utilities Lead Worker class by the latter's responsibility for leading, assigning and inspecting the work of Trades/ Utilities Workers, Trades/Utilities Senior Workers and other semi-skilled laborers.

Complexity of Work: Performs work of moderate difficulty which typically involves specializing in at least one skilled trades/utilities area such as carpentry, masonry, electrical repair, plumbing, furniture and upholstery repair, painting, groundskeeping, or heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) and refrigeration repair; and performing simple repair and maintenance in other trades/utilities areas or leading a group of Trades/Utilities Workers. Duties typically include a combination of the following functions: repairing, installing, and maintaining HVAC/ refrigeration, electrical, and plumbing equipment and systems by analyzing faults and equipment malfunctions, determining adjustments and repairs, and performing routine preventive maintenance; preparing surfaces for and painting interior and exterior walls and equipment; constructing, erecting, installing, and repairing structures of wood, plywood, wallboard, sheet metal, and other building materials using hand and power tools; repairing, constructing, and finishing furniture and upholstery; performing grounds and maintenance work to include operating and maintaining light and medium duty equipment, mowing and trimming grass, and removing snow; repairing locks, windows, and blinds; replacing glass and tiles; applying unrestricted pesticides to interior and exterior surfaces; obtaining parts and supplies from vendors; and performing custodial work such as cleaning and maintaining facilities. Positions may also log and analyze service calls and work orders to determine priorities. Some positions may lead, assign and inspect the work of Trades/Utilities Workers and prepare requisitions to order materials.

Supervision Given: Supervision is typically not a factor; however, positions may provide technical work site guidance to Trades/Utilities Workers or other semi-skilled laborers.

Supervision Received: Receives general supervision from a higher level trades/ utilities position or a Buildings and Grounds Supervisor. Receives some instructions but is free to develop own work sequences within established procedures and policies.

Scope: Work affects the operating condition, appearance, and safety of assigned structures, equipment and systems which in turn affects agency units which rely on these services.

Impact of Actions: Effective job performance facilitates the working condition, efficient operation, and maintenance of assigned trades/utilities areas. Careless performance of duties may result in equipment malfunction or damage, structural or property damage, and/or considerable rework. For some positions the inadequate direction of subordinates could affect the cost, service, timeliness or safety of projects.

Personal Contacts: Frequent internal and external contacts with individuals working, residing or visiting in assigned work areas for the purpose of coordinating and informing individuals of repair, installation, and maintenance activities. Some contact with vendors to obtain parts and materials.

Knowledge: Working knowledge of the installation, repair and maintenance practices, equipment, and materials used in the assigned skilled trades areas including carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical repair, painting, HVAC/refrigeration repair, and/or groundskeeping; and some knowledge of the principles and practices of other trades areas.

Skills: Working skill in the use of a variety of diagnostic tools, instruments and equipment, hand, and power tools.

Abilities: Demonstrated ability to perform a variety of skilled repair and maintenance tasks in the assigned trades and utilities areas, to perform heavy manual labor, to follow oral and written instructions and to work from heights. Some positions may require the ability to assign, inspect and lead the work of others.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDE*

License or Certification: Valid Virginia driver's license may be required by some positions in this class.

Education or Training: Graduation from high school or equivalent and training in a related grade.

Level and Type of Experience: Experience performing general work in a variety of trades areas with some experience performing skilled work in the assigned trades/ utilities area.

An equivalent combination of training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge, skills and abilities may substitute for this education and experience.

This class, established as a result of the Classification Review/Specification Update Program, replaces the Utility Serviceman class, effective April 1993.