General Maintenance B

Performs general repairs and preventative maintenance on fixed and portable mechanical and electrical equipment, requiring low to mid skill levels alone in a safe and efficient manner; assists with work requiring higher skill levels. Demonstrates basic skills and knowledge in reading blueprints, risers diagrams, one-line diagrams, and schematics.

Demonstrates basic skills and knowledge of motors, motor controls, sheaves, belts, and conveyors.

Performs basic plumbing functions including water faucet repairs, clearing/snaking clogged sewer drain piping, rebuilding toilets controls, Demonstrates basic skills and knowledge in refrigeration equipment. Able to perform basic metal fabrication, welding, soldering, and brazing. Demonstrates ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems with appropriate test equipment.

Requires safe and effective working knowledge of common shop tools and power equipment. Functions independently, frequently with minimal direction; adapts to unpredictable situations and stress. Requires ability to organize and prioritize self and work.

Work varied hours which may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends with rotating days off.

Requires good communication, telephone, and human relation skills to interact with staff, visitors, patients and co-workers. Demonstrates basic knowledge in windows computer programs.

High school diploma or equivalent is required, and completion of a two-year post high school program in general mechanical or electrical maintenance with one year of working experience in general mechanical or electrical maintenance; or an associate degree in a related field with one year experience in general mechanical or electrical maintenance; or four years of military experience in an electronic, electrical, or mechanical field.

Possesses a background in many of the competencies and skills listed in the general maintenance job class "B" criteria.