DEFINITION

Performs journey-level work in one or more of the established building (carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, masonry, etc.) and mechanical/repair (air conditioning/heating, auto mechanics, machine tool, upholstery, welding, etc.) trades and leads inmate workers in the maintenance and repair of buildings, equipment and machinery at a state correctional institution; performs related work as required.

The Work Examples and Competencies listed are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be the primary basis for position classification decisions.

WORK EXAMPLES

Leads (instructs, answers technical questions, distributes and balance workload, accepts, modifies and rejects completed work, maintains attendance records, and reports rule infractions) inmate workers in the performance of building and mechanical maintenance/repair activities.

Cuts wire or conduit and drills holes in walls, floors or ceiling for electrical connections.

Replaces defective switches, wiring and related electrical fixtures.

Fabricates and repairs counters, benches, partitions and other wooden structures by using saws, braces and related carpenter's tools.

Paints walls, floors, woodwork and fixtures by using spray guns and brushes.

Replaces and repairs brick and plaster walls by using trowel and level.

Connects water supply and drainage lines to sinks, showers, bathtubs and toilets.

Opens clogged drains and replaces washers and pipes by using wrenches and related plumbing tools.

Repairs broken or cracked metal parts by setting up and operating welding equipment.

Scrapes, files and grinds welded parts by using grinders, emery cloth and hand files.

Repairs or rebuilds upholstered furniture by using hand tools and applying fabric and upholstery methods.

Installs, services and repairs small window air-conditioning units.

Does preventative maintenance and repairs/overhauls automobiles, trucks and related equipment.

Makes repairs to refrigeration and heating equipment.

Does general masonry work, tuck points and rebuilds concrete walls and steps.

Initiates purchase orders for replacement parts and supplies.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

Knowledge of practices, methods and processes and the usage of tools and equipment utilized in building and mechanical trades work.

Knowledge of correctional institution policies and procedures governing security, sanitation and safety.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, sketches and other guidelines pertaining to building and mechanical trades work.

Ability to plan and layout work, determine cost estimates and maintain records associated with building and mechanical trades work at correctional institutions.

Ability to lift, push and pull objects of varying weights, sizes and shapes associated with trades work.

Ability to direct the work of inmate workers in building/mechanical trades activities and enforce disciplinary, safety, security and custodial measures governing inmates in a correctional institution.

Displays high standards of ethical conduct. Exhibits honesty and integrity. Refrains from theft-related, dishonest and unethical behavior.

Works and communicates with internal and external clients and customers to meet their needs in a polite, courteous, and cooperative manner. Committed to quality service.

Displays a high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently. Works with minimal supervision. Demonstrates responsible behavior and attention to detail.

Responds appropriately to supervision. Makes an effort to follow policy and cooperate with supervisors.

Aligns behavior with the needs, priorities and goals of the organization.

Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust and group identity. Fosters commitment and team spirit.

Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information. Listens to others and responds appropriately.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Experience equal to four years of full-time work in one or more of the recognized building (e.g., carpentry, painting, plumbing/pipefitting, electrical and masonry) and mechanical/repair (e.g., air conditioning/ heating, auto mechanics, upholstery and welding) trades;

an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting thirty semester of post high school education with major course work in a recognized building and mechanical trade for each year of the required experience;

employees with current continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes experience equal to one year of full-time experience as an Air-conditioning Mechanic, Furniture Upholsterer, Mason, Maintenance Repairer, Carpenter 1 or 2, Electrician 1 or 2, Painter 1 or 2, Plumber 1 or 2 and Welder.

SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION

For designated positions the appointing authority, with Iowa Department of Administrative Services – Human Resources Enterprise prior approval, may request those applications possessing a minimum of twelve semester hours of education, six months of experience, or a combination of both, or a specific certificate, license, or endorsement in the following areas:

020 auto mechanics

024 air conditioning

090 carpentry

177 electricity

388 machine repair

390 machine tool-machinist

393 masonry

519 plumbing-steam fitting

520 painting

730 upholstery

765 welding

NOTE:

Designated positions in this job class require applicants to obtain the required Commercial Drivers License and endorsements within a period of time as determined by the appointing authority at the time of hire.

Effective Date: 4/99 JG