This practice Building Repair Worker interview is from an actual civil service interview. 

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Job Description

A Building Repair Worker works on buildings and other structures.  The work includes a variety of repair, modification, maintenance and
some new construction tasks which often involve work in several craft areas.  It requires the use of craft tools and the ability to do
acceptable work in several of the recognized craft fields.  Alteration and repair work is often performed by a Building Repair Worker, and difficult or major tasks, including new construction, are occasionally assigned.  A Building Repair Worker usually does not do electrical work; and when done, this is limited to relatively minor tasks. 

Practice Building Repair Worker Job Interview

• How has your work experience qualified you for this job?  Focus on the aspects of your experience that apply to this position. 
• If you’re hired, what additional training will you need to perform the duties of the job?
• Tell us about the most complex building repair project you have worked on?
• Describe the steps involved in laying resilient floor tiles in an 18’ x 14’ room.
• You are asked to utilize a mobile two-person lift in a crowded area.  What potential safety hazards exist and what precautions would you take?
• What is an M.S.D.S. and what information will it provide?
• It is extremely important for all concerned to recognize the potential for injury when using hand tools.  What safety precautions should you take to prevent or minimize personal injury when using hand tools?
• This position requires the successful candidate to work with a wide variety of people in difficult and often stressful situations. Completing the work in a professional manner while exercising good judgment is essential.  Tell us about a situation that involved conflict with other employees, that would demonstrate to us your ability to exercise good judgment.
• Your supervisor assigns you a repair job with specific instructions.  You know a better method of completing the assignment.  What would you do? 
• Is there anything else we should know about you and your qualifications?  Summarize by emphasize your qualifications as they apply to this job.   Also cover anything you missed from your opening.  Don’t forget any education or formal training.