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Vacancy:GENERAL MAINTENANCE WORKER II

GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES’ RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS

An Equal Opportunity Employer

ANNOUNCES AN OPENING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION ON THE ISLAND OF

ST. THOMAS

GENERAL MAINTENANCE WORKER II

Under the general direction of the Building Maintenance Supervisor, an employee in this class performs a variety of general maintenance, groundskeeping, and minor construction tasks including basic plumbing, masonry, painting, electrical, and carpentry repairs.

DUTIES INCLUDE (NOT ALL-INCLUSIVE):

• Makes minor repairs and adjustments to equipment, including replacing or repairing worn belts or tightening nuts and bolts. Secures assistance in the event of a breakdown or anticipated major operating difficulties.

• Makes minor electrical repairs, including replacing fuses, replacing light bulbs, and making temporary extensions of electrical installations.

• Operates small electrical and gasoline-powered equipment used to complete assigned tasks.
• Operates light automotive equipment in transporting supplies or passengers.
• Repairs and replaces windows, doors, interior walls, and plumbing fixtures.
• Builds rough partitions and makes minor building repairs to floors and steps.

• Performs groundskeeping tasks such as shoveling, raking, planting, weeding, trimming plants, and removing trimmings.

• Cleans equipment and ascertains that lubrication and water and fuel consumption and supply are adequate for efficient performance.

• Cleans rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, and stairways; sweeps, scrubs, waxes, and polishes floor; clean rugs, carpets, and, upholstered furniture; washes windows and doors.

• Receives unloads and distributes cleaning supplies as needed.
• Empties wastebaskets and transports trash to the disposal area.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Three years experience in the general maintenance field or similar positions in performing a variety of semi-skilled building and mechanical maintenance or repair tasks. Valid U.S. Virgin Islands driver’s license and availability to work irregular hours and weekends as required.

Letter of interest, resume, and job application must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. December 17, 2022. Applications can be found online at wwww.usvigers.com or picked up at the St. Thomas GERS Office location. Resumes and completed job applications may be submitted to hrdept@usvigers.com, delivered to the GERS Office, or mailed by the deadline date to:

Ms. Lorraine Murray-Richardson Human Resources

Government Employees' Retirement System 3438 Kronprindsens Gade – Ste. 1

GERS Complex - 3^rd Floor St. Thomas, VI 00802-5750