Trades Technician III

Overview

This position plans, supervises and coordinates a wide variety of maintenance, repairs, and special projects within the Charleston County Facilities Management department, at the direction of the Trades Technician Supervisor. Typical duties include, but are not limited to, the repair, installation, and maintenance of HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical, painting and carpentry. This position will be expected to assist with administrative duties such as the computer-based work order management system, project management and procurement processes, as well as provide support to building occupants in the absence of the regular supervisor.

Position requires after hours on call support on a rotating weekly schedule.

• Assure repairs, replacements and preventive maintenance of all heating/air conditioning equipment and components.
• Ensure HVAC coils are cleaned as recommended by the manufacturer. Provide surveillance and temperature adjustments of the HVAC system with BMS software (building maintenance system).
• Repair and replace hot water heaters, faucets, and water lines; unclog drains, toilets, sinks, and all other plumbing repairs.
• Perform repairs on electrical fixtures, devices, ballast/bulb replacements.
• Ensure electrical, HVAC, mechanical, wastewater, potable water, plumbing and life safety systems are operational and tested on a routine basis.
• Perform carpentry work including locks, sheetrock repair, and painting as needed within the Facility.
• Maintain a safe, dry, and cool environment for all employees and patrons within the Facility as required.
• Ensure all work orders are properly documented with labor and materials and completed in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with other facility shops and/or contractors to resolve issues in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Communicate the status of all requested work to the department Supervisor or Manager, as required.
• Work within the County’s procurement procedures and serve as a liaison between building occupants, the general public, and the Facilities Management Department.

• Position requires a high school diploma (or GED); technical school diploma or Associate Degree preferred.
• Seven (7) or more years of progressively responsible experience in the commercial building trade and a minimum of five (5) years in a building maintenance environment (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• References are required. Work history related to duties and responsibilities as described.
• Must possess a valid SC driver’s license and pass a SLED criminal background check; capable of meeting medical and physical examination requirements.
• Must be able to be on call 24/7 and available to work various shifts. Must be available for and report to work during a declared County emergency.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively within varying levels of management. Ability to provide feedback in both written and oral forms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required.