Trades Specialist

Overview:

Under the general supervision of the Superintendent of Trades Operations and the direct supervision of the Trades & Custodial Manager, the Trades Specialist performs construction and maintenance of District capital assets and infrastructure.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Inspect, maintain, and repair all aspects of District capital assets and infrastructure including but not limited to buildings, aquatic facilities and splash pads, playgrounds, shelters, hardscapes, fences, bridges, irrigation systems, and signage.
2. Execute work orders related to interior and exterior building components including but not limited to carpentry and woodworking, roofing, masonry, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and HVAC (furnace, boiler, A/C, building automation) systems, and painting. Accept, update, and close work orders in computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
3. Coordinate with service contractors for the inspection and maintenance of backflow prevention devices, security and fire alarms, fire suppression, elevators, and other facility related systems.
4. Work with pool and splash pad mechanical systems, ensuring acceptable operation and water chemistry.
5. Install and maintain District key and lock system, doors, gates, and related hardware.
6. Fabricate, install, and maintain District signage.
7. Order and conduct inventory of equipment and supplies.
8. Perform diagnostic work including review, interpretation, and application of information in operator's manuals for various equipment and building systems.
9. Hire and oversee performance of contractors.
10. Gather information necessary for the preparation of reports, proposals, and budgets.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate a variety of equipment and motor vehicles including dump trucks, pick-up trucks, end loaders, bucket trucks, backhoes, tractors, and lifts.
• Perform snow and ice removal operations using snow removal equipment on sidewalks, roads, parking lots, and roofs of District facilities.
• Assist in training, preparing work schedules, and delegating work to part time employees.
• Perform set-up, support, and take-down for special events.
• Attend training related to essential duties and responsibilities of the Trades Specialist position, as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge and skills of the methods, practices, use, minor repair of, and operation of equipment and tools used in general maintenance and construction.
• Ability to understand service manuals, wiring diagrams, technical drawings/specifications, and maintenance and operator's manuals.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform a variety of skilled trades-related tasks including HVAC, building automation systems, pump systems, roofing/building envelope, electrical systems, plumbing, rough/finish carpentry, plumbing/irrigation systems, and welding.
• Working knowledge of basic computer software including computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), and other computerized office, work order, and tracking systems. 

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in general maintenance or construction with additional technical and trades training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid (Class C) driver's license within three (3) months of hire.
• Effective March 1, 2022: Possession of, or the ability to obtain and maintain, Certified Pool Operator (CPO) and Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) certifications. The exact deadline will be provided at the time of hire and will be based on class availability and testing schedules.

Special Considerations:

• Subject to both office and outside environmental conditions.
• Subject to modified/flexible work schedules based on District needs.
• Ability to lift, carry, and/or move objects weighing ≤ 50 lbs on a weekly basis. Lifting assistance is required when lifting > 50 lbs.
• Exposure to pesticides, chemicals, dust, fumes, dirt, loud noise, and insect bites.
• Ability to frequently travel to and work at all Naperville Park District facilities.
• Prolonged lifting, stooping, bending, twisting, standing, and climbing.
• Regular exposure to heights. Will be required to attend fall protection training annually.
• Subject to confined space entry. Will be required to participate in confined space entry training annually.
• Subject to respirator use. Will be required to pass a Quantitative Fit Test annually.
• Manual dexterity and strength to operate power-operated machines and equipment.
• Regular onsite attendance is an essential function of this position.

Benefits

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Full Salary Range: $25.98/hr - $38.97/hr

To be considered for this position, interested individuals must complete the online application accessible at
www.napervilleparks.org/employment. Materials submitted through mail, email, or fax will not be considered.