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Make a diﬀerence in the community you live in! As a Community Builder—an employee with the City of Gainesville— you will have a direct hand in building and improving your community and making a visible impact on the lives of your neighbors. Working for local government is more than a job, it’s a chance to contribute to community success and to help enhance the Gainesville way of life.

Department:

GG_Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs: Park Operations

Salary Range Minimum:

$19.13

Salary Range Maximum:

$28.14

Closing Date:

02/11/2025

Job Details:

This is skilled work at the journey level maintaining, fabricating and repairing structures and mechanical, plumbing and electrical equipment.Positions allocated to this classification report to a designated supervisor and work under limited supervision. Work in this class is distinguished from higher classes by its lack of supervisory and administrative duties and from lower classes by its emphasis on specialized electrical and plumbing skills.

Job Description:

SUMMARY

This is skilled work at the journey level maintaining, fabricating and repairing structures and mechanical, plumbing and electrical equipment.

Positions allocated to this classification report to a designated supervisor and work under limited supervision. Work in this class is distinguished from higher classes by its lack of supervisory and administrative duties and from lower classes by its emphasis on specialized electrical and plumbing skills.

EXAMPLES OF WORK*

*This section of the job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. The omission of a specific job function does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent in the job. Performance of lower level duties may be required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Depending on area of assignment:

Services, repairs, and maintains pumps, motors, and chlorinators. Installs new pumps and related equipment. Repairs, overhauls, and installs sewage or water treatment plant equipment.

Operates power tools to maintain, fabricate, and repair parts for equipment, repairs compressors, pumps, and related equipment.

Performs skilled plumbing and pipe fitting duties. Creates parts and fixtures by cutting and shaping metals.

Performs electrical repairs on facility, park, and/or plant equipment.

Maintains heating and air conditioning systems including pneumatic control systems.

For Park Operations:

Repairs and replaces toilets, sinks and urinals in public restrooms and facilities.

Repairs and replaces park bollards, fences and board walks.

Inspects park facilities and infrastructure for deficiencies; and records inspections on mobile devices.

Attends work on a continuous and regular basis.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs welding, acetylene burning, brazing and soldering. In Park Operations, this is an essential duty in the repair of park amenities and structures.

Assists in carpentry and painting tasks. In Park Operations, this is an essential duty to perform carpentry and painting tasks.

Performs minor masonry repairs to brick and block.

Replaces floor and wall tiles.

Repairs, replaces or constructs concrete sidewalks, pads and walls.

May be required to generate electronic spreadsheets and reports.

May be required to transport, mix, handle or use hazardous materials (other than cans of gasoline, batteries, pumping fuel or access to normal janitorial cleaning materials) or may be responsible for facilities or equipment carrying current, fluids or gas that could endanger the public or other employees.

Will be required to respond under emergency conditions.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. Below are the required education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma, and three years experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance and repair work, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

CERTIFICATIONS OR LICENSES

Licenses

1.A CDL instructional permit may be required at the time of appointment and a CDL License may be required within six months of date of appointment (depending on job assignment and work location).*

2.A CDL License may be required at the time of appointment (depending on job assignment and work location).*

Note: CDL-classified vehicles which are not driven on public roadways do not require a CDL license.

Certifications

None.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Considerable knowledge of the operations, types of defects and repair methods applicable to pumps, chlorinators, feed, and other water plant equipment.

Considerable knowledge of principles, practices, tools, and equipment necessary to maintenance, repair, and servicing of specialized heating and air conditioning units.

Considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to mechanical and electrical maintenance and repair work.

Considerable knowledge of working with electricity and repair methodology.

Considerable knowledge working with plumbing including copper and chlorinated polyvinyl chloride.

Considerable knowledge in construction principles and practices.

Considerable knowledge in building and facility maintenance practices and principles.

Some knowledge of computers, software and mobile devices.

Ability to work effectively with coworkers and the general public.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must possess certain physical abilities and be able to withstand work related environmental conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

May require exposure to human waste and bodily fluids in the routine performance of job duties.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, work may require performance of tasks outdoors under varying climatic conditions.

May be required to attend meetings and/or work outside regular business hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays.

1.Information on whether or not a CDL license (and which class: A, B, or C) is required, will be provided by the hiring department based on the specific vehicle(s) which may be required to be driven in the particular job assignment.

2.The hiring department will determine when the CDL license is required.

Note:

May Require Assessment(s).

May fill multiple positions.

May establish an eligibility list.

Come join our team! The City of Gainesville oﬀers a competitive beneﬁts package and opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.

All ‘regular’ employees are eligible for traditional beneﬁts such as health insurance, life insurance, paid leave, 11 paid a holidays a year, a pension plan and a deferred compensation plan, but we also oﬀer great things like on-site ﬁtness centers, tuition reimbursement, on-site medical staﬀ and a wellness program to keep you healthy and happy. Please note; benefits are not available for temporary employees.

Equal Opportunity

The City of Gainesville is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in hiring. Minorities, women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Individuals with a disability, who require special accommodations during the selection process, should notify the Human Resources Department at 352-334-5077 or TDD/TTY at 352-334-2292.

Veterans' Preference

Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ Preference ensures that veterans and eligible persons are given consideration at each step of the selection process. However, preference does not guarantee that a veteran or other eligible person will be the candidate selected to fill the position. Section 295.07, Florida Statutes (F.S.) specifies who is eligible for Veterans’ Preference. State of Florida residency is not required for Veterans’ Preference.

If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact recruiting at HR@cityofgainesville.org or by calling 352-334-5077.