Structural Trades Technician-1
- Employer
- Dallas College
- Location
- Texas, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Mar 23, 2023
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Professional Fields, Vocational & Technical Fields, Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Facilities Management & Physical Plant
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Weekly Work Hours
40
Compensation Range
Staff Range N05 Salary
Salary Minimum
$53,000.00 Annually
FLSA
United States of America (Exempt)
Position Type
Staff
Position Summary
The Dallas College Facilities Management Department supports the facilities related needs for the College while providing responsible stewardship and efficient operation of the College's physical assets. The Facilities Management Department is responsible for approximately 5m sq. ft. of physical space and over 1400 acres of land, located across multiple locations in Dallas County. The position of Construction Trades Technician supports that effort through the performance of work in carpentry, welding, painting, etc.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Advanced knowledge and experience in building construction
processes and methods.
- Knowledge and ability to perform minor concrete projects.
- Knowledge of federal, state and local building codes and safety
requirements.
- Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing work priorities
while maintaining attention to detail.
- Knowledge of policies for safe storage, usage, and disposal of
hazardous materials.
- Must have good interpersonal skills and work well in a diverse
environment.
- Able to read and interpret and apply information in technical
manuals.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and electrical wiring
diagrams.
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations as
applicable.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment when carrying out projects
and/or tasks.
- Ability to perform work under minimal supervision and exercise
independent judgment.
- Must be customer service oriented.
Requires sitting, standing, walking, bending over, stooping, twisting, talking, hearing, climbing ladders, using stairs, reaching overhead, crouching, kneeling, or crawling. Pushing or pulling 10-50 lbs., lifting 10-80 lbs., carrying 10-50 lbs., repetitive use of arms and legs, driving, balancing, manual dexterity-fine manipulation or grasping. May require working in adverse weather conditions.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associates Degree / Trade School Certificate and six (6) years
of related experience, or High School Diploma and eight (8) years
of work-related experience.
- Experience with material handling and construction, advanced
knowledge of power tools, and operating various measuring,
diagnostic and testing instruments. Experience and ability to
perform minor building remodels including framing, doors, windows,
drop ceilings, carpet and drywall installations.
- Valid Texas driver’s license.
- Official transcripts will be required.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform a wide variety of building construction projects and
repairs.
- Complete work orders on time and ensure the safety of students,
faculty, and staff.
- Ensure compliance with regards to health and safety
regulations, policies, and work practices.
- Responsible for daily accounting of work through a computerized
maintenance management system.
- Perform various tasks such as carpentry, plumbing, minor
electrical work, drywall repair, moving furniture, and minor door
hardware installation, such as lock set or door closure
installation.
- Order supplies and keep inventory on par levels using a
computer-based procurement system.
- Maintain a positive working relationship with internal and
external employees and vendors.
- Provide leadership and guidance with other staff members
completing projects to ensure deadlines are met and projects are
completed within budget allocations.
- Responsible for proactive inspection of buildings noting
repairs and scheduling maintenance.
- Completes required Dallas College Professional Development
training hours per academic year.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Dallas College is part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Dallas College complies with the Americans with Disabilities and Veterans Act
Applications DeadlineApril 28, 2023
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