Specialized Trades Worker

Why you’ll love this position:

Are you an experienced trades worker looking for a great opportunity with even better benefits? This opportunity would be a great fit for you! If you love working in and around multiple trades areas including but not limited to electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, and more, then submit your application today!

As Specialized Trades Worker you will have the opportunity to build for a stronger tomorrow by applying your diverse background, education, and work experiences to a variety of building, equipment, maintenance, and trades work projects. This person will ensure the project is completed in alignment with project objectives and expectations and supports the mission and vision of FMDC. Every project is an opportunity to make an impact on the future, your community, and the State of Missouri!

This position has potential for long-term career growth! It is classified as a Specialized Trades Worker (click to learn more).

This position is with the Office of Administration Division of Facilities Management, Design, and Construction (OA-FMDC) supporting the Operations Team. OA-FMDC is committed to strengthening the State’s investments while providing a safe and secure environment through innovative design solutions and excellent customer service.

FMDC Vision - Building for a Stronger Tomorrow (BFAST)

What you’ll do:

• Prioritize excellent customer service for wide and diverse network of internal and external stakeholders, including but not limited to internal teams, state agencies, state officials, contractors, and the public.
• Completing skilled work within one or more specialized trade areas.
• Apply trade-specific knowledge to troubleshooting, repair and remediation tasks.
• Perform work relating but not limited to electrical; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC); electronics; carpentry; concrete and masonry; welding; plumbing; and/or painting.
• Heavy lifting, manual labor, and operating machinery and heavy equipment per project needs.
• Follow all OA-FMDC health and safety protocols in addition to OSHA standards.

All you need for success:

• Ability to communicate, collaborate and lead with integrity in a manner that inspires trust and builds positive rapport with a diverse group of stakeholders and the public.
• 4-6 years of on-the-job training in a trade area.
• Ability to manage numerous time-sensitive projects independently or as part of a team using procedures, processes, regulations, and practices applicable to a specialized trade.
• Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of all trade areas.
• Experience operating and maintaining various equipment and tools.
• Ability to discern skill set needed for projects and whether it can be completed in-house or by a contractor.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license from Missouri or from an adjacent state if you reside outside of Missouri.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Successful background check results are required for employment in this position. This may include background checks involving a candidate's name and/or fingerprints and other screenings as needed for the specific position.

*This position is physically demanding. Examples of job duties may include prolonged periods of walking/standing/sitting/bending/driving, climbing ladders, ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds, working in inclement weather and working on uneven or elevated surfaces. This list is not all inclusive, but a general representation of duties that may be encountered in this position, however other duties may be assigned contingent upon business needs. Please note, this position is considered a “Category 2” under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), meaning the incumbent will be compensated for overtime (hours actually worked over forty hours in a workweek) at the rate of time and one-half.

More reasons to love this job

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

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