Forest technician job description

STATE PROFILE SUMMARY: Under broad supervision, performs a variety of semiskilled and skilled building trades work in the repair, maintenance or construction of state buildings and related structures. Installs and maintains security, climate control and other facilities systems. Note: Position may require 24 on call availability.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Under general supervision, this position is responsible for:

* Assisting in construction and/or repairs of physical structures.
* Preventive maintenance of physical structures.
* Inspection of physical structures.
* Installing or repairing plumbing fixtures and or hardware.
* Installing or repairing electrical fixtures or devices.
* Assist in diagnosing and repairing HVAC units
* Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The selected candidate must meet the advertised minimum qualifications to include State Entry Qualifications as well as Agency Specific Qualifications.

STATE ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS:

* High school diploma or GED AND Three years of experience in building repairs and maintenance or in the specific area of assignment

OR

* Two years of experience at the lower level General Trades Tech 2 (FET031) or position equivalent. Note: Some positions may require area specific certifications/licenses.

AGENCY SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS:

* Ability to operate various pieces of equipment used in maintenance and construction activities.
* Documented ability to measure, to calculate appropriate quantities and to perform basic mathematical calculations used in determining materials needed for assigned tasks.
* Possession of a valid Georgia Driver's License
* Knowledge of appropriate procedures and equipment to enhance work process efficiency.
* Documented ability to read and understand plans, standards, specifications and building codes.
* Ability to receive and interpret verbal and written instructions
* Documented ability to receive and respond to verbal instructions in an appropriate manner and express ideas clearly and effectively through oral and written communications.
* Ability to make well-informed decisions using sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives and recommend solutions.
* Displays a high level of commitment toward work and a high standard of ethical conduct.
* Ability to perform repetitive tasks effectively over a long period of time
* Possess accurate eye-hand coordination
* Committed to providing quality customer service.

AGENCY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* Documented experience working independently or as part of a team.
* Documented experience in improving established procedures or creating new procedures or methods when no established methods or procedures exist.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ALL GDOT JOBS

The interview is just one part of the overall selection process and is not the only criteria used to make the final selection. In addition to the interview, the final selection is based on the applicant's work history and performance (documented in HR and/or Office files), PeopleSoft/employee status (i.e. rehire code), employee performance reviews, personnel file review (HR & Office Files), criminal background check, employment reference checks (including references and commendations from Managers and other relevant documentation) and, for supervisory positions, demonstrated leadership skills based on past and current work history will be considered.

Good Employment Standing:

In accordance with the Interview and Selection Process (ISP), an applicant must have no active disciplinary actions to be in good employment standing. Actions that may disqualify an applicant include letters of reprimand (active for 12 months after issuance date); suspension without pay or disciplinary demotion (active for 12 months from the effective date); Performance Improvement Plans (PIP) and Leave Restriction Plans (active until 12 months after the date of conclusion). In addition, an employee must have an overall e-Performance rating score of three (3) or higher on their most current evaluation. Please note that Memorandums of Concern are not considered disqualifying factors. Human Resources may remove any employee from consideration for selection who is pending a disciplinary action; however, if the action is resolved in the employee's favor, he or she will be allowed to compete.

THIS IS AN INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

THIS IS AN UNCLASSIFIED POSITION

THE SELECTED APPLICANT FOR THE POSITION WILL BE SUBJECT TO A REFERENCE CHECK AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK, WHERE APPLICABLE

PLEASE INCLUDE ALL RELEVANT JOB INFORMATION ON THE APPLICATION FOR

CONSIDERATION; ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE PRESCREENED.

UPON PROMOTION, THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL RECEIVE 10% or THE GDOT JOB SPECIFIC MINIMUM SALARY, WHICHEVER IS GREATER.

GDOT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

High school diploma or GED AND Three years of experience in building repairs and maintenance or in the specific area of assignment OR Two years of experience at the lower level General Trades Tech 2 (FET031) or position equivalent. Note: Some positions may require area specific certifications/licenses.

Additional Information

* Number of Openings: 1
* Advertised Salary: $33.000.00
* Shift: Day Job
* Posting End Date: Oct 21, 2022