Tradesworker I/II 25-028(repost 24-134)

Job Description

Tradesworker I/II

Job Announcement No: 25-028 (repost 24-134)

Vacant Position(s): 1

Department: Safety & Support Services

NOTE: IF YOU PREVIOUSLY APPLIED FOR THE TRADESWORKER I/II (24-116) JOB ANNOUNCEMENT, YOU DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY FOR THIS POSITION.

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED.

APPLY ONLINE: WWW.CHARLESTONWATER.COM

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Salary Range: SEE BELOW

Grade: SEE BELOW

Hours: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm

Position Summary:

Performs work involving semi-skilled duties of a maintenance mechanic. Duties include some knowledge of preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance of plant equipment and facilities. An entry position that is required to participate in a skills-based training and progression program.

Essential Functions:

Tradesworker I:

- Performs semi-skilled duties of moderate difficulty to include but not limited to troubleshooting, repair, installation and maintenance of buildings such as plumbing and lighting fixtures, doors, windows and other related movable or stationary building structures and/or equipment.

- Assembles and disassembles modular furniture.

- Responsible for monitoring the building’s automation system to include HVAC, Fire Control and Security systems as well as providing site security while on duty.

- Performs carpentry tasks such as drywall installation and repair, interior and exterior painting, masonry tasks and other building maintenance related trades.

- Performs general maintenance and repair to facilities and associated equipment such as faucets, valves, switches, plugs, hand tools and gas-powered equipment.

- Assist with more difficult assignments such as maintenance and troubleshooting of complex facilities related equipment and procedures.

- Perform semiskilled and skilled duties as a facilities maintenance mechanic, which includes installation and repair of facilities related equipment, fixtures and furnishings.

- Accurately document and maintain records.

- Supervise personnel for satisfactory task completion.

- Demonstrate and apply independent judgment and discretion in setting job priorities and timely task completion.

- Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to altered priorities and positive cooperation with management in completion of projects.

- Operate powered equipment required in tasks that may include forklift, pressure cleaners, floor cleaners, drills, saws and other equipment as may be necessary.

- Performs preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance on equipment and facilities.

- Performance must comply with all CWS policies and procedures.

- May be required to work in emergency conditions.

- Regular attendance is required.

- Job performance must conform to all CWS Policies and procedures.

- Specific knowledge of CWS Environmental Management System policies and procedures.

Tradesworker II:

- Perform semiskilled and skilled duties as a facilities maintenance mechanic, which includes installation and repair of facilities related equipment, fixtures and furnishings.

- Accurately document and maintain records.

- Supervise personnel for satisfactory task completion.

- Demonstrate and apply independent judgment and discretion in setting job priorities and timely task completion.

- Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to altered priorities and positive cooperation with management in completion of projects.

- Operate powered equipment required in tasks that may include forklift, pressure cleaners, floor cleaners, drills, saws and other equipment as may be necessary.

- Performs preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance activities on plant equipment and facilities and equipment such as: HVAC, plumbing, lighting/electrical, office furnishings, grounds keeping, and custodial.

- May be required to work during emergency conditions.

- Regular attendance is required.

- Job performance must conform to all CWS policies and procedures.

- Specific knowledge of CWS Environmental Management System policy and procedures.

Additional Duties

- Must have ability to accurately document and keep records.

- Performs routine tasks such as general facility maintenance.

- Familiarity with safe handling practices for hazardous materials.

- May be required to participate in Intra/Inter Departmental cross training.

- Familiarity with safe handling practices for hazardous materials.

- Have the ability to weld and burn with moderate proficiency.

- Ability to read blueprints and technical manuals to accomplish specific criteria on job assignments.

- Subject to 24 hour on call.

- May be required to perform the duties of the Maintenance Supervisor in their absence.

- May be required to operate crane trucks or vactor truck.

- May be required to learn and utilize software relating to various machines.

- Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Physical Requirements, Activities, and Working Conditions

- Ability to effectively communicate in writing, verbally and with a 2-way radio, to include comprehension of complex oral and written instruction.

- Ability to express and receive detailed information through oral communication and make fine distinction in sound, such as when making fine adjustments on machine parts.

- Ability to communicate verbal instructions quickly, loudly, and effectively in emergency situations.

- Ability to observe and comprehend computer screens and software to generate reports, specifications, memos, and letters.

- Ability to observe repairs and field work in progress.

- Ability to distinguish colors in the color spectrum; such as reading color codes on resistor.

- Subject to noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level. Hearing Protection Required

- Frequently positions self to move, traverse and lift up to 50 lbs to perform required work. Objects greater than 50 lbs require a two-person operation.

- Ability to reach, pull, handle documents, tools and equipment as required to perform routine tasks. Must be able to turn valve operator wheels and chain mechanisms.

- Occasionally positions self to use up to 50 lbs of force and/or up to 20 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs of force constantly to move objects.

- Routinely ascend/descend ladders, stairs and ramps as high as thirteen (13) stories at Plum Island and three (3) stories at Hanahan. Ability to work at elevated height levels as needed to perform various task.

- Constantly positions self to move, traverse for long distances as necessary to perform required work. Must be able to move about extensively to make inspections of treatment plant with varied topography and features. Ability to traverse on uneven ground while safely maneuvering equipment on wheels.

- Ability to work independently of others.

- Constantly works in internal / external environmental conditions. Subject to atmospheric conditions of one or more of the following that affect the respiratory system or skin: Fumes (paint), odors, dusts, gases, etc. Personnel Protective Equipment Required.

- Worker may be required to wear a respirator and/or self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

- Required to work with chemicals used in water and wastewater treatment processes.

- Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward, or outward.

- Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul, or tug objects in a sustained motion. On occasion this can require up to 50 lbs of force. Objects greater than 50 lbs require a two-person operation.

- Must be able to maneuver large valve operator wheels and chain mechanisms.

- Ability to operate and maintain motor vehicles.

- May be required to operate heavy equipment to include but not limited to backhoes at treatment plants.

- Subject to vibrations. Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities of whole body.

- Ability to navigate restricted spaces such as chemical pits, spiral stairwell, etc as needed to perform required job functions.

- Must be able to wear Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) as defined in the Job Safety Analysis (JSA) to perform the required essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

- This is an entry position. Associate is required to successfully complete the Charleston Water System Tradesworker Progression Program, which may include formal classroom training, online training, on-the-job training, independent learning, work assignments and skills demonstration tests. All training completions have effective deadlines which must be met. Failure to qualify on the training requirements may result in termination.

- High school diploma or GED preferred. Two (2) years experience in maintenance repair or equivalent education in the designated trades area.

- Working knowledge of the use and upkeep of tools, equipment, and machinery of assigned trades areas.

- Skilled in the use and upkeep of tools and equipment commonly employed in the trade.

- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

- Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness.

- Ability to work independently of others.

- Ability to read blueprints and drawings.

- Ability to use a multi-meter to measure or troubleshoot electrical circuits.

- HAZMAT training preferred.

Tradesworker I

Salary Range: $36,150.40 ($17.38/hr.) - $54,225.60 ($26.07/hr.)

The candidate demonstrating the following abilities may be placed at a Grade 104:

- This is an entry position. Associate is required to successfully complete the Charleston Water System Tradesworker Progression Program, which may include formal classroom training, online training, on-the-job training, independent learning, work assignments and skills demonstration tests. All training completions have effective deadlines which must be met. Failure to qualify on the training requirements may result in termination.

- High school diploma or GED preferred. Two (2) years’ experience in maintenance repair or equivalent education in the designated trades area.

- Working knowledge of the use and upkeep of tools, equipment, and machinery of assigned trades areas.

Tradesworker II

Salary Range: $43,742.40($21.032/hr.) - $65,603.20 ($31.54/hr.)

The candidate demonstrating the following abilities may be placed at a Grade 106:

- Three (3) years’ experience in maintenance repair or equivalent education in the designated trades area. High school diploma or GED preferred.

- Successful completion of Tradesworker I Progression Program.

- Depending on qualifications, candidate may be required to complete an abbreviated track of the Tradesworker Progression Program. Failure to complete this requirement may result in termination.

- Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A required within 6 months of hire.

Licenses, Certifications, Registrations

- Valid South Carolina Driver's License required.

- Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A desirable for Facilities.

Training Needs:

- OSHA and Departmental safety training as required.

- Skills Based Training.

- Standard Operating Instruction (SOI) per department requirements.

- ISO 14001 standards for department and company.

- See Department Competency and Training Matrix for this position.

Potential Career Path:

ELIGIBILITY FOR PROMOTION TO VARIOUS POSITIONS THROUGHOUT THE COMMISSION DEPENDS UPON INDIVIDUAL QUALIFICATIONS, AND NOTED JOB PROGRESSIONS ARE NO GUARANTEE OF CAREER PATH TO THESE OR ANY OTHER JOB(S) AT THE COMMISSION.

- Tradesworker II

- Tradesworker Supervisor