<p>This is skilled and semi-skilled work in the maintenance, repair, and alteration of public buildings. </p> <p>An employee in this class is responsible for performing a wide variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, repair, remodeling, and alteration tasks in public buildings.  Assignments are usually so varied that several trades are used in carrying out work. </p> <p>Works under general supervision exercising considerable independent judgment in determining work methods and materials to be used.</p> <p>Performs rough and finished carpentry on a variety of maintenance and repair jobs. Builds tables, shelves, and truck boxes from rough sketches and blueprints; hangs doors; repairs roofs. Makes repairs and maintains heating and cooling systems including controls, valves, traps, and filters. Repairs toilets, faucets, and wash basins; cuts and threads pipes. Installs, wires, and maintains light fixtures, switches, and outlets. Performs plastering, painting, cement finishing and masonry repair and maintenance work that may require working from ladders and scaffolding. Operates and works from various types of lifts for lighting and window repair, flag replacement, exterior façade repair, etc. Assembles, installs, and maintains park and recreation equipment. Cuts timber and sheathing for construction crews. Installs and repairs sewer grates and flap gates. Repairs and replaces windows; makes repairs to office furniture; hangs drapery rods; replaces floor tile. Drives pickup truck or work van to and from job sites. Loads and unloads materials and supplies. Operates salt spreader and trucks with plow attachments for snow and ice control. Performs related work as required.</p> <p>Graduation from an accredited high school or GED and a minimum of three years of paid experience in general building maintenance and repair, or an equivalent combination of paid experience and training.  THE EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT MEANS THAT YOU MAY SUBSTITUTE UP TO 50% OF PAID EXPERIENCE WITH RELATED TRAINING.  Possession of a valid State of Ohio driver's license.  </p> <p>Considerable knowledge of the methods, tools, and materials used in building maintenance and repair work.  Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of building maintenance. </p> <p>Ability to use the tools and equipment necessary to perform various building maintenance and repair tasks.  Ability to climb ladders.  Ability to work at various heights.  Ability to work under adverse weather conditions.  Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.  Ability to interpret and work from sketches and penciled layouts.  Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.  List of essential job functions available upon request. </p> <p>This is a classified position.  </p> <p>The selection process will consist of a competitive examination with credit for education and experience.  A passing score must be obtained on the competitive examination in order to receive credit for education and experience.  TEST WEIGHTS:  Competitive Examination 70%, Education 20%, Experience 10%.  </p> <p>Candidates must meet the qualifications and requirements listed in the announcement at the time of examination and at the time of appointment.</p> <p>NOTE: The competitive examination may be suspended if shown to be impractical because of an insufficient number of qualified candidates.  The candidates will then be ranked in a standard manner based on 70% for qualifying, 20% for education, and 10% for experience.</p> <p> </p> <p>Since this examination is posted on a combined basis, two separate eligibility lists will be generated with promotional candidates considered before open candidates.</p> <p>RESIDENCY:  Candidates who have been resident citizens within the corporate limits of the City of Akron for at least one year immediately prior to the examination and who continue to reside within the corporate limits of the City of Akron throughout the remainder of the selection process will have 5 points added to their passing grades.  VETERANS: A veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States, honorably discharged from active duty, desiring a bonus of 5 points added to his/her passing grade, must submit proof of discharge in the form of a DD-214 with application.</p> <p>DRIVER S LICENSE:  An applicant having a valid driver's license from another state will be accepted conditionally provided that, if selected, an Ohio Driver's License must be obtained prior to appointment.  Candidates having six or more points on their driving record at the time of appointment will be disqualified from further consideration.  </p> <p>NOTE: YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CHECKING YOUR APPLICATION STATUS THROUGHOUT THE STEPS IN THE SELECTION PROCESS BY VIEWING YOUR GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM ACCOUNT. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR ARE UNABLE TO CHECK YOUR STATUS ON LINE, YOU MAY CALL THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES AT 330-375-2720.  </p> <p>Email correspondence generated from our system will be sent from info@governmentjobs.com. To ensure you receive important communication from our office, be sure to make this address a safe sender.</p> <p>EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</p> <p>The City of Akron is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, which includes building an environment that respects the individual, promotes innovation and offers opportunities for all employees to develop to their full potential. A diverse workforce helps the City realize its full potential. The City benefits from the creativity and innovation that results when people with different experiences, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds work together. In compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), the City is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, language, religion, citizenship status, sex, age, marital status, sexual preference or orientation, gender identity/expression, military/veteran status, disability, genetic information, membership in a collective bargaining unit, status with regard to public assistance, or political affiliation. The City adheres to these policies in both our hiring and employment practices.</p> <p>Applicants are required to meet the minimum qualifications for the position with or without an accommodation.  If you are a qualified applicant with a disability, please notify the Department of Human Resources at least one week prior to testing if requesting a reasonable accommodation for the testing process.  </p> <p>The City of Akron is committed to protecting the safety, health and well-being of all employees in our workplace and providing the community with the highest quality municipal services possible.  Alcohol, marijuana, and drug abuse in the workplace pose a significant threat to these goals.  In furtherance of its goal to maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace, the City conducts pre-employment drug screening for illegal drugs, marijuana, and the illegal, unauthorized use, or intentional misuse of prescription drugs.  Any candidate who tests positive for marijuana or the illegal use of drugs will not be hired.</p>