Facilities Construction Specialist - City of Lauderhill, FL : Job Details

Salary: $25.31 HourlyLocation : Lauderhill, FLJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 2024-1114Department: Administration NewOpening Date: 11/14/2024Closing Date: 12/31/2024 6:00 PM EasternDescriptionUnder general supervision, the position performs inside and outside construction and maintenance of City facilities. Employees in this classification perform skilled construction/repair work. Position is responsible for performing indoor and outdoor construction or repairs, and coordinating with other departments or activities. Performs related work as directed.Examples of Duties Interprets oral work instructions and other instructions such as work orders or service requests to plan days work; instructs/assists others in daily activities. Interprets technical documents such as blueprints and electrical diagrams. Operates hand and power tools; operates/drives construction/maintenance vehicles or equipment. Performs indoor construction/modifications such as erecting walls, modifying office space, or otherwise changing interior configurations. Performs indoor maintenance such as electrical, plumbing, lighting, and repairing other interior facilities. Performs outdoor construction/modifications such as erecting fences, pouring concrete, and erecting signs. Interacts with public, providing information and services. Estimates materials needed for jobs; assists in ordering materials. Makes reports of daily activities. Participates in special projects as assigned. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Minimum Training and ExperienceHigh school diploma or GED; Journeyman license in HVAC or Electrical or Plumbing or at least ten (10) years carpentry experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.Special RequirementFlorida CDL Class B Driver's License within one (1) year of hireSupplemental QuestionsPlease be sure to answer all supplemental questions thoroughly and completely. Please note that if you do not answer all the questions in its entirety, your application may not be further considered in the hiring process. If you have any difficulty understanding or completing the supplemental questions, please feel free to contact the Human Resources Department at 954-###-####. Please be advised: Proof of education level is required (copy of High School Diploma/GED or College Degree/transcript needs to be uploaded in PDF format to application). Any required licenses and or certifications for the position you are applying for must be submitted as well. If required documentation is not provided, the application will be incomplete and will not continue in the hiring process.The City of Lauderhill, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S. C. 12101 et. seq.), the City of Lauderhill will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Veteran's PreferenceCertain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and that certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in the employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. You may waive a postsecondary educational requirement for a position of employment (except if the position is exempt under the statute e.g., temporary employees, members of boards and commissions, positions that require an employee to be a member of the Florida Bar), for a current member of any reserve component of the United States Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard or a veteran who has been honorably discharged if the person is otherwise qualified for the position. Applicant ScreeningDue to the volume of applications the City receives, every applicant meeting the minimum qualifications cannot be guaranteed an interview. Applicants are selected for an interview based on education and work experience most closely matching the requirements of the position and may undergo additional selection and screening processes which may include an evaluation of training and experience, and written, oral and performance-based testing.Drug and alcohol testing is conducted based upon City policy, Federal, State and Local requirements. The City of Lauderhill is an E-Verify employer. Marginal Functions While the following tasks are necessary for the work of the unit, they are not an essential part of the purpose of this position and may also be performed by other unit members.Performs minor office functions such as answering phone and copying.Performs related duties as directed.01 Please select the highest level of education you have obtained:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or higher
• None apply to me

02 In the space provided below, please write in which field your degree is in. If you do not have a degree, please write N/A . 03 Do you have a Journeyman License in HVAC or Electrical or Plumbing and/or at least ten (10) years carpentry experience?

• I have a Journeyman License in HVAC or Electrical or Plumbing
• I have at least ten (10) years carpentry experience
• I have both a Journeyman License in HVAC or Electrical or Plumbing and at least ten (10) years carpentry experience
• I do not have a Journeyman License in HVAC or Electrical or Plumbing nor at least ten (10) years carpentry experience

04 Do you have a Florida CDL Class B Driver's License?

• Yes
• No, but I can obtain one within one (1) year of hire
• No, and I cannot obtain one within one (1) year of hire

05 Are you a resident of the City of Lauderhill?

• Yes
• No

06 Are you requesting Veterans' Preference? If you are requesting Veterans' Preference points, please upload a copy of your supporting documentation to the Attachments section by selecting ' Add supplemental attachment. Veterans' Preference points will be awarded only if all minimum requirements as listed on the Job Posting are met and supporting documentation is submitted at the time of application.

• No, I am not requesting Veterans' Preference.
• Yes, I am a Disabled Veteran who served on active duty in any branch of the Armed Forces and who presently has an existing service-connected disability that is compensable under public laws administered by the Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA), or am receiving compensation, disability retirement benefits, or pension by reason of public laws administered by the DVA and the Department of Defense (DoD). Please upload (1) DD Form 214 and (2) documentation from DoD or DVA establishing that you have a service-connected disability.
• Yes, I am the spouse of a Veteran who has a total and permanent service-connected disability; or who is missing in action, captured in line of duty by a hostile force, or detained or interned in line of duty by a foreign government or power. Please upload (1) an Award Letter stating that the Veteran is entitled to benefits under Chapter 35 from the VA or the DoD, (2) an identification card issued by the DoD, (3) evidence of marriage to the Veteran, and (4) a statement that you are still married to the Veteran at the time of application.
• Yes, I am a Wartime Veteran, who has served at least one day during that Wartime period as defined in section 1.01(14), F.S., or who has been awarded a campaign or expeditionary medal. Active duty for training shall not be allowed for eligibility under this category. Please upload (1) DD Form 214 confirming service during Wartime period.
• Yes, I am the un-remarried widow or widower of a Veteran who died of a service-connected disability. Please upload (1) documentation from the VA indicating the Veteran's cause of death and (2) evidence of marriage to the Veteran at the time of death.
• Yes, I am the mother, father, legal guardian, or un-remarried widow or widower of a service member who died as a result of military service under combat-related conditions as verified by the DoD. Please upload (1) documentation from the DoD showing the death of service member while on-duty status under combat-related conditions or the DVA certifying the service-connected death of the Veteran and (2) evidence of marriage or court documents establishing the Guardianship.
• Yes, I am a Veteran as defined in section 1.01(14), F.S. The term Veteran is defined as a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service and who was discharged or released therefrom under honorable conditions only or who later received an upgraded discharge under honorable conditions. Active Duty for Training does not qualify for VP. Please upload (1) DD Form 214.
• Yes, I am a current member of any reserve component of the United States Armed Forces or The Florida National Guard. Please upload (1) a signed memorandum from their military supervisor confirming their Active status in the Reserves or Guard.

07 On the job posting that you are applying for, the hourly rate is listed as $25.31. Would you consider this figure pending an in-person interview and successful completion of our pre-employment requirements?

• Yes
• No

08 The schedule for this position is 40 hours per week, Monday through Thursday. Do you have any scheduling conflicts that would prevent you from working the required schedule for this position?

• Yes
• No

09 If YES, please specify any exceptions regarding your availability to work the required schedule for this position. If you are able to work the required schedule without any exceptions, please type N/A. 10 The following is YES or NO question, meaning that it does not require you to specify with or without. Are you able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation?

• Yes
• No

11 What was it about the Facilities Construction Specialist position in the Administration Department/Division at the City of Lauderhill that attracted you to apply? 12 Based on your review of the job description, what is your understanding of the essential functions of the Facilities Construction Specialist position? 13 Why are you considering leaving your current position? OR (If not currently employed) Why did you leave your most recent position? Required Question