Trades Technician II

Job Description:

Trades Technician II

Description

Description

This position plans, and coordinates a wide variety of maintenance, repairs, and special projects within the Charleston County FacilitiesManagement Department, at the direction of the Facility Supervisor.Typical duties include, but are not limited to, the repair, installation, and maintenance of HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical, painting and carpentry. This position will be expected to assist with administrative duties such as the computer-based work order management system, as well as provide support to building occupants in the absence of the Trades Technician III.

HIRING SALARY: $40,227 - $52,665 (Estimated Annual Salary)

OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties include assist in repairs, replacements and preventive maintenance of all heating/air conditioning equipment and components. Assures HVAC coils are cleaned as recommended by the manufacturer. Monitors temperatures of all HVAC systems, performing adjustments as needed utilizing the BMS software (building maintenance system). Repairs and replaces hot water heaters, faucets, water lines, unclogs drains, toilets, sinks and all other plumbing repairs.

Performs repairs on electrical fixtures, devices ballast/bulb replacements. Ensures electrical, HVAC, mechanical, wastewater, potable water, plumbing and life safety systems are operational and tested on a routine basis. Assures carpentry work including locks, sheetrock repair, and painting are completed as needed within Facility. Maintains a safe, dry, and cool environment for all employees, and patrons within Charleston County Facilities as required. Assures all work orders are properly documented with labor and materials and are completed in a timely manner.

Communicates the status of all requested work to the department Supervisor or Manager, as required. Ability to work within the County’s policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience:

• Commercial/Industrial Facilities Maintenance: 2 years (Preferred)
• Computer/Microsoft Office: 2 years (Preferred)

Two years or more of progressively responsible experience in one or more of the above building trades and a minimum of two years in a commercial building maintenance environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Optional Life and Disability Insurance
• Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Annual and Sick Leave
• Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
• South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
• Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
• Optional Deferred Compensation Program
• Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
• Optional Federal Credit Union Membership
• Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Well-being Program

For more information, visit our benefits page.

Salary:

$40,227.00 - $52,665.00 Annually