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Job description
Brick And Stone MasonThis is skilled work in the construction, repair, and maintenance of brick and stone structures.An employee in this class is responsible for cutting, dressing, and setting various kinds of stone and brick in the construction, maintenance, and repair of a variety of brick and stone structures.Works independently on assignments; may supervise a subordinate helper.Uses chisel, hammer, and other shaping tools to shape stone for setting. Spreads mortar over stone and foundation with trowel and sets stone in place. Cuts and planes curb. Moves stone into final position with mallet, hammer, or crow bar. Finishes joints between stone with a pointing trowel. Performs various building and grounds maintenance tasks. Cuts, patches, and dresses various stones used in curbs, walls, and buildings. Mixes cement and mortar. Builds and rebuilds manholes and junction boxes. Makes concrete slabs for junction boxes. Finishes concrete traffic stanchions. Operates heavy trucks with salt spreaders and plow attachments for snow removal and ice control purposes. Performs related work as required.Graduation from an accredited high school or GED and a minimum of three years of paid experience in masonry, or an equivalent combination of paid experience and training. Possession of or must obtain within 120 days of employment, a valid State of Ohio Class B Commercial Driver's License. THE EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT MEANS THAT YOU MAY SUBSTITUTE UP TO 50% OF PAID EXPERIENCE WITH RELATED TRAINING.Considerable knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and practices of masonry. Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.Ability to use and care for masonry tools and materials. Ability to lay bricks, concrete block, stone, cement, and tile. Ability to work from sketches and plans. Ability to estimate material needs.List of essential job functions available upon request.This is a classified position. The selection process will consist of a competitive examination with credit for education and experience. A passing score must be obtained on the competitive examination in order to receive credit for education and experience. TEST WEIGHTS: Competitive Examination 70%, Education 20%, Experience 10%. Candidates must meet the qualifications and requirements listed in the announcement at the time of examination and at the time of appointment. NOTE: The competitive examination may be suspended if shown to be impractical because of an insufficient number of qualified candidates. The candidates will then be ranked in a standard manner based on 70% for qualifying, 20% for education, and 10% for experience. Since this examination is posted on a combined basis, two separate eligibility lists will be generated with promotional candidates considered before open candidates. RESIDENCY: Candidates who have been resident citizens within the corporate limits of the City of Akron for at least one year immediately prior to the examination and who continue to reside within the corporate limits of the City of Akron throughout the remainder of the selection process will have 5 points added to their passing grades. VETERANS: A veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States, honorably discharged from active duty, desiring a bonus of 5 points added to his/her passing grade, must submit proof of discharge in the form of a DD-214 with application. DRIVER'S LICENSE: An applicant having a valid driver's license from another state will be accepted conditionally provided that, if selected, an Ohio Driver's License must be obtained prior to appointment. Candidates having six or more points on their driving record at the time of appointment will be disqualified from further consideration. NOTE: YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CHECKING YOUR APPLICATION STATUS THROUGHOUT THE STEPS IN THE SELECTION PROCESS BY VIEWING YOUR GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM ACCOUNT. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR ARE UNABLE TO CHECK YOUR STATUS ON LINE, YOU MAY CALL THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES AT .City of Akron permanent, full-time employees and their eligible dependents are covered by a comprehensive health plan including emergency accident care, inpatient hospitalization, surgical, diagnostic services, outpatient services, prescription drug coverage, dental, vision and life insurance.Paid time off benefits may include paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave or paid leave.All non-safety force employees are members of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).
Worksite address
akron, OH, 44301, US
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