Maintenance Mechanic

This work involves the participation in the efficient and economical maintenance and operation of the properties of the housing authority. Supervision is received from the Maintenance Supervisor and his/her designee, with some leeway for making independent decisions in the completion of tasks. Does related work as required. Graduation from high school or GED and one year of full-time or its' part-time equivalent experience of general building maintenance or skilled trades. NOTE: Technical school, post secondary trade school, internships, and apprenticeships in any of the skilled trades may be substituted for experience. Applicants must complete a Cortland County Civil Service Application, which can be obtained from the Cortland County Personnel Department, 60 Central Avenue, Cortland, NY 13045 Applications can also be downloaded from the Cortland County website at www.cortland-co.org/personnel. MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This work involves the participation in the efficient and economical maintenance and operation of the properties of the housing authority. Supervision is received from the Housing Project Manager, the Maintenance Supervisor and his/her designee, with some leeway for making independent decisions on procedures to be followed in the completion of tasks. Supervision may be exercised over the work of maintenance laborers and others. Does related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative only) Maintains electrical, plumbing and heating facilities; Performs diagnostic testing and trouble shoots problems; Performs carpentry, painting, masonry, roofing, tiling, locksmith work and other mechanical work; Performs routine janitorial duties. Maintains and cares for landscaped areas; Operates various equipment and power tools; Operates various vehicles, including snow blowers, etc.; Makes periodic inspections of properties; Estimates materials required for repairs; Keeps daily time and material records; Reads utility meters; Performs a variety of other skilled work. Performs on-call duties as scheduled for after hour emergencies

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES, SKILL, AND ABILITIES: Good knowledge of the practices, processes, tools and materials used in the maintenance of buildings and their mechanical, electrical and sanitary equipment; skill and aptitude as a general mechanic; ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written directions; ability to communicate effectively; ability to plan and supervise the work of others; honesty; initiative; good judgment; physical strength; neat appearance; physical condition to commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or GED and one year of full-time or its' part-time equivalent experience of general building maintenance or skilled trades.

NOTE: Technical school, post secondary trade school, internships, and apprenticeships in any of the skilled trades may be substituted for experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Possession of a valid NYS Driver's License. Failure to maintain a valid NYS Class D drivers license, including driving privileges throughout employment will result in disciplinary action or dismissal.

Cortland Housing Authority (CHA)

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