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Job Description The City of Springfield is currently accepting applications for the classified position of Building Maintenance Worker II. This is skilled mechanical, building and grounds maintenance work at a variety of city facilities. Work involves performing a variety of maintenance and repair tasks on the outside and inside of city buildings.

Work may also involve performing specialized maintenance and repair tasks that require advanced skills in heating and air conditioning, controls, carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing and other trade areas. The nature of work in this class is distinguished from work at the I level by the wider variety of trade specialties involved and higher-level technical or specialized skills required by the tasks performed. Examples of Duties Repairs and maintains low-pressure boiler systems and central heating/air conditioning/ventilation systems, including pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical control systems; installs HVAC equipment according to manufacturer's instructions and diagrams; fabricates and installs heating/ventilating ducts.

Repairs and performs preventive maintenance on electric motors, pumps, air compressors, controls, and related equipment. Performs maintenance and finishes carpentry tasks, including framing up walls, doorways and windows; installs and tapes drywall or installs paneling and carpeting; builds shelves, bookcases, steps, tables, and other office equipment. Repairs, installs and maintains plumbing and irrigation systems.

Installs and repairs telephone equipment and lines; installs computer hardware and connecting cables. Performs a variety of building and grounds maintenance tasks, including but not limited to repairing garage doors and door locks, cutting and glazing window panes, repairing office furniture and equipment, repairing or replacing electrical fixtures and installing new conduit, pulling wire, and replacing fuses or circuit breakers; snow removal and landscaping. Performs masonry work, including replacing pavers, performing general concrete work on sidewalks, steps, curb and driveways, and filling cracks with expansion materials.

Uses hand and bench tools to perform work. Performs all other job related work as assigned. Qualifications Any combination of training equivalent to completion of high school, vocational school, or GED and considerable experience in mechanical maintenance and building maintenance; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Must possess a valid Ohio driver's license and meet and maintain insurability requirements under the City's insurance plan. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Considerable knowledge of hand and machine tools used for building and equipment maintenance. Considerable knowledge of the carpentry, painting, plumbing, and electrical trades as they relate to building and equipment maintenance and repair.

Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety procedures used in building and mechanical maintenance activities. Knowledge of the operating procedures of low-pressure boiler systems, temperature control systems, and their related plumbing equipment and fixtures. Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of commercial-type air conditioning systems, air compressors, condensers, air handlers, pumps, blowers, motors, and related controls.

Knowledge of forced-air furnaces, unit heaters of various types, exhaust fans, and similar heating and ventilating equipment. Some knowledge of electrical theory and the National Electrical Code. Ability to read and understand blueprints, operation and maintenance manuals, drawings, wiring, and control diagrams for structures and related equipment.

Ability to perform physical labor under all kinds of weather conditions. Ability to work in confined spaces and enter manholes or access hatches 24 inches in diameter. Ability to ascend and descend vertical ladders and work at heights from: ladders and lifts.

Ability to lift 50 pounds. Ability to wear and operate personal protective equipment (PPE.) Ability to be called out and respond to problems at times other than regular working hours. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, co-workers, city employees, and the general public

Ability to identify equipment malfunctions and determine how they can be prevented and corrected. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Possession of a valid Ohio Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tanker and air brake endorsements within 180 calendar days of hire.

Refrigerant Transmission and Recovery Certification within 180 calendar days of hire. Candidates must take and pass (70% or higher) a written civil service exam. Please monitor your email for information to schedule an exam time.

The City of Springfield is committed to a diverse workforce as it enriches and strengthens how we advance our mission. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applications from all individuals, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, disability, and all the other characteristics that make us unique. Our goal is to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to work.