• Skilled Tradesman

    State of Arkansas (Little Rock, AR)


    SKILLED TRADESMAN

    Date: May 19, 2025

     

    Req ID: 49427

    Location:

    Little Rock, AR, US, 72201

     

    Category: SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND

     

    Anticipated Starting Salary: 32404.94

     

    Position Number: 2208-2400

     

    County: Pulaski

     

    Posting End Date: June 2, 2025

     

    AR School for the Blind

     

    Join the Arkansas Department of Education where each student is recognized as an individual. Through a cultivation of world-class educators, partnering with communities, and an influx of social supports, Arkansas Department of Education provides multi-level supports that help ensure students will receive a personalized education and develop a life-long love of learning.

    Position Information

    Class Code: S031C

     

    Grade: GS05

     

    FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT

     

    Salary Range: $32,405.00 - $51,686.00

    Summary

    The Skilled Tradesman is responsible for the work activities in one or more of the following skilled trades: HVAC mechanical (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning), plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.

     

    Functions

     

    May install, maintain, repair and overhaul air conditioning systems, commercial and industrial refrigeration and air conditioning systems and combined heating, ventilation and cooling systems.

     

    May assemble, install, repair, and maintain pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing equipment used for water distribution and waste water disposal in residential, commercial and industrial buildings in compliance with code regulations.

     

    May assemble, install, test, troubleshoot, and repair electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices and related equipment in buildings and other structures.

     

    May performs general carpentry using hand and power tools to repair and build structures using necessary materials, such as; wood, sheetrock, roofing, painting, and glass instillation.

     

    May repair and maintain mechanical and automotive equipment, including but not limited to; engines, transmissions, fuel systems, hydraulics, braking systems, clutch repair, steering apparatus, and other maintenance as needed.

     

    May assist other skilled tradesman to complete projects that require multiple departments to work together.

     

    Maintains inventory on tools and parts specific to assigned trade. Performs other duties as assigned.

     

    Dimensions

     

    None

     

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

     

    Knowledge of the methods, practices, and safety precautions in one or more of the skilled trades.

     

    Knowledge of the accepted practices, processes, materials, and tools of the various skilled trades.

     

    Knowledge of the laws and regulations relating to one or more of the skilled trades.

     

    Ability to provide mathematical and analytical skills necessary to do material estimates for one or more of the skilled trades.

     

    Ability to read and interpret blueprints, manuals, schematics, building plans, and/or work drawings.

     

    Ability to understand verbal and written instructions.

     

    Ability to maintain inventory on needed parts and tools for one or more of the skilled trades.

    Minimum Qualifications

    The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus completion of required education or training along with the required license or certification in one or more of the following skilled trades listed below OR the formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus five years of experience as a carpenter or painter.Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

     

    Licenses

     

    Must be licensed as a Journeyman Electrician in accordance with ACA 17-28-304, Journeyman Plumber in accordance with ACA 17-38-301, or HVAC Mechanics in accordance with ACA 17-33-301.

     

    The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

     

    Nearest Major Market:Little Rock