Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING

Position Number:  00247397

Description Activated On:  1/2/2024 6:46:59 AM


Position Purpose:
Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. 

This position performs various skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the repair and maintenance of buildings, grounds, machinery, and equipment at the Southwestern Veterans Center.

Description of Duties:
Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor.

Repair doors, doorframes and furniture. Fabricate and install temporary partitions. Operate sanders, jointers, power saws, planers and related power and hand tools to perform assigned carpentry duties.

Install electric circuits, wall outlets and lighting fixtures. Repair and recondition fans, lights, electrical circuits and motors.

Repair and install plumbing fixtures, sinks, water closets, fountains, lavatories and related equipment. Open clogged waste drains, sewers, and commodes.

Measure and cut, ream, thread and install pipe for steam and water lines.

Make repairs to heating lines and fan coil units. Maintain and repair air conditioning and heating units.

Repair steam heating and cooking equipment, ovens, stoves, slicers, kettles, etc. Service and repair freezers, coolers and refrigerators of various types.

Perform masonry work in connection with buildings, foundations, walkways and walls.

Make repairs to roofs, install/repair flashing and spouting.

Prepare surfaces for interior and exterior painting. Paint and decorate interiors of buildings. Repair and hang wallpaper.

Repair and replace locks on doors, furniture, etc.

Perform minor repairs to wheelchairs, geri chairs, beds, and associated equipment.

Maintain equipment and tools in good working condition. Make minor repairs such as oiling, cleaning, adjusting and other preventative maintenance.

Maintain lawn appearance by cutting the grass with hand/riding mowers; trimming trees, bushes, shrubbery, and hedges; and raking leaves.

May perform landscaping activities such as putting down mulch, removing and disposing of weeds, dead branches, and debris; seeding grass areas as necessary; fertilizing the lawn, and planting and caring for flower beds.

Keep sidewalk, steps and parking areas free of debris, litter, leaves, grass, snow, etc.

Remove snow from sidewalks and parking lots using snow removal equipment such as: plows, salt spreaders, snow blowers, shovels, etc. as needed

Performs work in accordance with the DMVA general safety rules and safety rules for this position. Immediately reports all workplace injuries or incidents to the supervisor; and/or immediately corrects any safety hazards in the work area or reports same to supervisor

Perform other related duties as required.

Use personal protective equipment when required such as gloves, masks, face shield, etc.

Decision Making:
Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature.

The employee determines what work methods and procedures to use and, at times, work priorities. Priority is given to repairs that caused or may cause significant damage.

Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License

Experience:



Licenses, registrations, or certifications:

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  Class C Driver's License
 
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Essential Functions
: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
 
 1. Perform all work using Personal Protective Equipment & safety practices
 2. Lift, carry, and move heavy items with or without assistance
 3. Communicate effectively verbally and in writing; use hand radio and telephone
 4. Observe and report potentially needed repairs
 5. Work in hazardous conditions involving confined spaces, electrical currents, heights, chemical exposure, etc.
 6. Use and maintain hand/power tools and equipment (saws, drills, screwdrivers, etc.)
 7. Bend, stoop, dig, kneel, crawl, twist, reach, pull, grasp, push, climb, walk, and stand on hard surfaces
 8. Read and interpret blueprints, maintenance instructions, sketches, and diagrams
 9. Work in various weather conditions
 10. Use personal protective equipment and follow safety practices