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Building Maintenance Worker - EXAM

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Building Maintenance Worker - EXAM

Salary

$26.20 - $33.17 Hourly

Location

Varies by position

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

25-3494-C1

Department

45 Department of Finance and Management

Division

Division of Fleet Management

Opening Date

05/20/2025

Closing Date

6/10/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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Definition

Under immediate supervision, is responsible for performing a wide variety of general maintenance tasks associated with the building trades both in and out of buildings; performs related tasks as required

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

+ Discusses assignments with supervisor who outlines work to be done; reviews blueprints or rough sketches with supervisor to ensure that all aspects of the work are understood;

+ Withdraws tools and supplies from a store yard necessary to accomplish work;

+ Performs rough carpentry work such as preparing concrete forms, patching drywall, repairing flooring, siding, and gutters;

+ Repairs or replaces doors, locks, and screens; applies wall materials and acoustic ceiling tiles; builds cupboards, sheds, stairs, and partitions;

+ Builds fences, backstops for ball diamonds, and benches for use at playgrounds and in parks;

+ Performs minor electrical repair work such as maintaining fans, electric stoves, light fixtures, LED conversions, and replacing light bulbs with power supply properly removed;

+ Inspects and makes a variety of repairs to sinks, urinals, toilets and other plumbing fixtures; replaces damaged sewer lines and drainage tile on City-owned property; removes obstructions from sewer lines and repairs leaks in pipes;

+ Utilizes computer software to complete work orders and time sheets;

+ Maintains records of work performed and materials used;

+ Removes old paint, and/or applies paint to structures or surfaces;

+ Adjusts settings and performs preventative maintenance on heating and air conditioning equipment;

+ Participates in activities to remove snow and ice from building entrances, steps, landings, sidewalks, and ramps, including shoveling snow and the application of ice melting materials;

+ Moves furniture and office equipment;

+ May perform minor masonry repairs;

+ May unload trucks delivering materials and supplies and store them in assigned areas;

+ May use weed eaters, riding lawn tractors, and push mowers; may trim trees, shrubs, and/or bushes using chainsaws, hedge trimmers, and related tools;

+ May climb ladders and work at levels of elevation utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment;

+ May operate equipment such as manlifts, forklifts, and power washers;

+ May perform work that requires maneuvering in and out of tight spaces and confined areas;

+ May drive a light-duty truck to and from a job site.

Minimum Qualifications

One (1) year of building construction and/or building trades experience.

Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Test/Job Contact Information

The names of the applicants passing this administration of this exam will be used to create aNEW, OPEN COMPETITIVE, eligible list, and willreplacethe names on the current list. If you are interested in having your name included on the new eligible list, you will need to apply for this exam within the filing period and successfully complete all phases of the testing process. Questions regarding this process can be directed to the Test Center at 614-645-7439.

The examination process will consist of a multiple-choice exam weighted 100% covering Oral Comprehension, Tools & Measurements, Safety, Building Maintenance & Repair (electrical, carpentry, plumbing, painting, HVAC, building equipment, and appliances), Work Orders and Records, Basic Math, Map Reading and Outlook 2016/2019.

Approved applicants will be notified by mail/email of their scheduled test date and time.

All applicants must complete all phases of the testing process in order to receive a final score. The names of all candidates who pass this examination will remain on the eligible list for two years, unless the eligible list is replaced prior to or extended beyond the two years. If a candidate's name is certified and the candidate is to be considered for employment, the hiring process will include one or more interviews, a criminal background check, and a pre-employment drug test.

The certification process will be: Fixed Band

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

+ Medical

+ Dental

+ Vision

+ Short-term Disability

+ Life Insurance

+ Wellness Program

+ Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

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Do you have a valid driver's license?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Do you have 1 year of experience in building construction or one of the building trades (i.e. electrical, plumbing, painting, HVAC, carpentry, building maintenance etc.)?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Did you include all of your relevant work experience and job duties that demonstrate you meet the minimum qualifications for the job? If no, return to the "Work" section of this application and add relevant work experience and job duties. Note: A resume' attachment does not substitute for including the relevant information in the "Work" section of this application.

+ o Yes, I listed every job and job duty in the "Work" section of this application that demonstrates that I meet the minimum experience qualifications for the job.

+ o No, I do not meet all of the minimum experience qualifications for the job.

Required Question

Employer

City of Columbus

Address

77 N. Front Street, Suite 330

Columbus, Ohio, 43215

Phone

(614) 645-8301

Website

https://new.columbus.gov/Government/Departments/Civil-Service-Commission

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