EXPANDED SCOPE
FOR
ASSISTANT PLANT FACILITIES ADMINISTRATOR OC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
BUILDING MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR OC 1, 5, 7, 8, 9
1. REVIEW AND INTERPRETATION OF PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS, THE PREPARATION OF ESTIMATES, AND OVERSIGHT OF CONTRACT
COMPLIANCE
- These questions test for the ability to read and understand typical building
plans, layouts, and technical specifications; the ability to calculate accurate
estimates of material and labor costs, to oversee construction contracts, and
to manage contract compliance.
2. OPERATION, CONSTRUCTION, ALTERATION, AND
MAINTENANCE OF PHYSICAL PLANTS, INCLUDING MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT - These questions
test for knowledge of the methods and materials used in the construction,
alteration, maintenance and repair of physical plant facilities including such
areas as building foundation and framing, building hardware, insulation, and
roofing; and building plumbing, electrical, sanitary, and heating, ventilating,
and air conditioning systems.
3. MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT AND ENERGY
CONSERVATION
- These questions test for knowledge of the principles and practices involved
in managing a building maintenance and energy conservation program including
such areas as determining the need for and scheduling building repairs; proper
building maintenance techniques; and effective energy conservation practices
for buildings, including optimal heating plant and cooling system operation.
4. REVIEW AND INTERPRETATION OF CONTRACTS AND
CODES
- These questions test for knowledge of the principles and practices involved
in reviewing and interpreting typical contract documents; and the ability to
read and interpret standard building code reading selections.
5. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF HEATING,
VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS - These questions test for
knowledge of basic principles, practices and techniques essential to the
correct operation and maintenance of heating, ventilating and air conditioning
systems, including such areas as air supply and exhaust systems, circulating
fan capacities, building ventilation requirements, steam, hot water, and hot
air heating systems; boiler operation; the refrigeration cycle, types and
characteristics of refrigerants, troubleshooting air conditioning system problems,
and proper maintenance of air conditioning systems.
6. ADMINISTRATIVE SUPERVISION - These questions
test for knowledge of the principles and practices involved in directing the
activities of a large subordinate staff, including subordinate supervisors.
Questions relate to the personal interactions between an upper level supervisor
and his/her subordinate supervisors in the accomplishment of objectives. These
questions cover such areas as assigning work to and coordinating the activities
of several units, establishing and guiding staff development programs,
evaluating the performance of subordinate supervisors, and maintaining
relationships with other organizational sections.
7. BUILDING MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR - These questions
test for knowledge of the basic principles, practices and techniques essential
to the proper maintenance and repair of various types of buildings, including
such areas as building maintenance, preventive maintenance, and minor repair of
building structures, electrical, and plumbing systems. This may include
maintenance and repair of roofs, windows, walls, floors, millwork, insulation,
masonry, pipes and valves, electrical wiring and switches, and painting.
Questions may also include topics such as the proper tools and materials used
in building maintenance and repair work as well as proper and safe practices
and techniques when using these tools and materials.
8. BUILDING TRADES, INCLUDING MECHANICAL AND
ELECTRICAL
- These questions test for knowledge of the principles and practices involved
in overseeing physical plant facilities and may include such areas as
maintenance and repair activities involving carpentry, electrical systems,
plumbing and sanitary systems, heating and ventilating systems, painting,
masonry work, roofing, and similar types of physical plant maintenance and
upkeep.
9. SUPERVISION - These questions
test for knowledge of the principles and practices employed in planning,
organizing, and controlling the activities of a work unit toward predetermined
objectives. The concepts covered, usually in a situational question format,
include such topics as assigning and reviewing work; evaluating performance;
maintaining work standards; motivating and developing subordinates;
implementing procedural change; increasing efficiency; and dealing with
problems of absenteeism, morale, and discipline.
The New York State Department of Civil
Service has not prepared a test guide for this examination. However, candidates
may find information in the publication 'General Guide to Written Tests'
helpful in preparing for this test. This publication is available on line at:
https://www.cs.ny.gov/testing/testguides.cfm.
USE OF CALCULATORS IS RECOMMENDED
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