MULTI-TRADES WORKER I (NON STANDARD HOURS)

• Assists electricians in installing and repairing electrical wiring, fixtures, and related equipment.
• Assists painters in mixing and matching paints, stains, and painting.
• Assists plumbers in installing, maintaining, and repairing pipes, valves, faucets, sinks, and other plumbing facilities.
• Assists masons in laying brick, cement block, and sidewalks.
• Assists carpenters in repairing chairs, tables, fences, doors, windows, floor, and other articles and fixtures.
• Assists maintenance personnel in the repair and maintenance of buildings.
• Assists HVAC mechanics in the operation, maintenance, and repair of heating, refrigeration, and airconditioning equipment.
• Assists equipment mechanics in the repair and maintenance of gasoline and/or diesel operated vehicles or other related mechanical components.
• Assists with the construction, maintenance, and repair of roads, bridges, ditches, culverts, and associated structures.
• Assists in the repair and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Assists in the use of gas/electric operated equipment.
• Cleans work sites upon work completion.
• Drives a motor vehicle to and from work sites.
• Performs other related duties as required.

• Some knowledge of procedures and techniques used in two or more construction trades.
• Some knowledge of the construction and maintenance of various types of buildings and facilities.
• Skill in the use of hand and electrical tools and equipment used in building and construction.
• Ability to read and interpret blue prints and drawings.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to perform a variety of physical tasks.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work effectively with others.

Completion of the sixth grade; and
Two years of experience as an assistant in two or more of the following trades: plumbing, electrical, carpentry, masonry, painting, or other skilled trades; and
Possession of a valid Driver License.

OR

Completion of the sixth grade; and
One year of experience as a Trades Helper with Hillsborough County; and
Possession of a valid Driver License.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE:  Preference will ONLY be entitled upon initial appointment for eligible veterans and eligible spouses of veterans. Documentation to support entitlement to preference MUST be provided at the time of application.

DRUG-FREE WORK PLACE:  The employers of Hillsborough County have implemented a drug-free workplace and all offers of employment are conditioned on job applicants successfully passing a drug test.

NOTE: Depending on the agency of employment, individuals hired may be required to review Hillsborough County driving eligibility criteria and acknowledge their understanding of its provisions.

NOTE: Employees are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters affecting the County.  They are required to work in their normal job duties or other activities within their skills and capabilities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with existing rules and procedures.

EXAMINATION: Applicants will be competitively rated on the basis of their training and experience.