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Maintenance Mechanic I

Description of Duties

This is a skilled position responsible for efficient and workmanlike performance of a variety of building, installation, maintenance and repair tasks requiring a good knowledge of one or more of the electrical, mechanical or construction trades such as carpentry, plumbing, painting, electrical repair, welding, sheet metal work, automotive mechanics, masonry, sewage facilities maintenance and municipal water distribution systems.  Independent judgment is exercised in choosing methods or procedures when completing work assignments.  This title differs from Maintenance Mechanic II in the greater responsibility for proper implementation and completion of a large project requiring the coordination of many activities or trade skills, and by possessing a higher skill level.  The work is reviewed by supervisors either by checking completed work, conducting periodic spot checks, or reviewing reports submitted by Maintenance Mechanic I’s.  The employee reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of a foreman or other higher level staff member.  General supervision may be exercised over Maintenance Mechanic II’s, Maintenance Mechanics III’s, Laborers or other lower-level staff members.  Does related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma, plus three (3) years of paid full-time or its part-time equivalent experience as a skilled worker in one (1) or more of the electrical, mechanical or construction trades.

NOTE:  Additional experience may be substituted for the high school diploma on a year‑for‑year basis.

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