Maintenance Technician II

Job Details

Salary : $50,380.62 - $56,627.82 Annually

Location : MD DPW-2, MD

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 2024-00064

Department: Department of Public Works - Facilities

Division: DPW, Facilities - Buildings & Trades FM Maintenance

Opening Date: 05/07/2024

Closing Date: 6/3/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Summary

This is a re-advertisement. Best consideration date of May 20, 2024.Previous applicants need not reapply.

Perform a variety of tasks associated with the construction, installation, maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, renovation, and replacement of assets such as stationary or moveable equipment, mechanical systems, and physical structures at a journeyman level. Address and resolve nonroutine preventive maintenance requirements, corrective maintenance issues, and work requests submitted by departments and agencies in a safe, efficient, and quality manner with a strong focus on customer service and in compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.

Description of Career Ladder Series

Maintenance Technician II is the mid-level position of the career ladder series for Maintenance Technicians. After three years of satisfactory conduct and performance as a Maintenance Technician II and with the written recommendation of the Maintenance Superintendent, a Maintenance Technician II that demonstrates technical proficiency and has completed 150 hours of training related to the building or maintenance trade during the same three-year employment period may be recommended for promotion to a Maintenance Technician III. The written recommendation must describe the type and quality of work performed by the Maintenance Technician II that demonstrates the employee is capable to work as a Maintenance Technician III. Concurrence of the written recommendation is required by the Chief of Buildings and Trades.

Essential Job Functions

• Review work orders, plans, specifications, or instructions and study technical drawings and manuals to determine work activities. Identify materials and tools required and estimate time needed to complete the work. Purchase or order materials in accordance with county procurement policies and distribute to the appropriate location.
• Perform mandatory inspections and nonroutine preventive maintenance to maximize the safety, productivity, and life of the assets. Examine the assets for damage, defects, or wear and to determine if additional safety or repair work is required. Document recommended repairs and review asset files to determine whether the asset is covered by manufacturer or vendor warranty.
• Use diagnostic equipment, visual observation, or other specialized skills and tools to inspect and identify problems, assess operational efficiency, troubleshoot or recreate situations, and verify customer complaints before work is initiated.
• Diagnose the cause and related symptoms of any malfunction. Implement appropriate procedures or safeguards if the continued operation of the asset could be hazardous.
• Adjust, maintain, and repair assets for optimal performance. Install parts and accessories or perform repairs in accordance with the manufacturer's guidelines.
• Conduct quality control and assurance procedures to confirm the repair is complete and the asset operates safely and reliably.
• Clear, prepare, and clean work sites, removing any debris in an appropriate manner. Fabricate or dismantle temporary structures such as scaffolding, barricades, or ramps.
• Assist with or construct, install, repair, rehabilitate, renovate, and replace physical structures such as roofs, ceilings, walls, floors, doors, or windows. Measure, mark, and record distances, reference points, or dimensions. Shape, cut, mix, pour, fill, apply, spread, or smooth materials such as concrete, lumber, caulk, plaster, and paint at specified measurements or as needed to meet requirements.
• Excavate and grade soil for proper sediment and erosion control as directed. Apply grass seed, fertilizer, and hay or other ground covering to promote the growth of grass.
• Aid with the assembly, installation, repair, or replacement of plumbing systems to include pipes, valves, drains, faucets, or related components for toilets, sinks, drinking fountains, showers, and other fixtures. Measure, cut, thread, or bend pipe to required angle using appropriate tools. Fill fixtures with water or air and observe gauges to detect and locate leaks. Clear drain traps and snake drain lines.
• Install locking devices and other door hardware or parts.
• Remove pest or rodent infestation, determine type of infestation and appropriate solution, bait traps, periodically check infestation location and remove dead pests or rodents, repair damage caused by infestation, and develop a plan to prevent recurrence.
• Move, arrange, construct, and deconstruct furniture for relocations or special events. Wrap, stack, and secure furniture and related components to prevent damage during transportation or storage.
• Raise and lower flags at multiple locations when required or needed and in compliance with the appropriate flag protocol.
• Respond to emergencies, transporting any needed tools and parts, and assess the feasibility of performing the repair. Assure adequate precautions are taken until the asset can be repaired or operate safely.
• Document work performed in a clear, detailed but concise and timely manner. Documentation should reflect work performed by the employee or contractor and include the time, parts, and supplies used. Close work order or revise plans, specifications, and asset records as needed.
• Responsible for the safety and cleanliness of the work area, as well as safeguarding assets. Control traffic passing near, in, or around work areas. Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, or adjustment of materials and equipment.
• Apply deductive and inductive reasoning and use checklists, technical manuals, or drawings and experience to estimate and compare the short-term and long-term costs and benefits of potential solutions.
• Evaluate strengths and weaknesses of options, determine the best solution, and plan the appropriate work procedures. Consult with coworkers, customers, and vendors to coordinate and execute work activities.
• Understand and review the implications of new information related to a solution for both current and future problem solving and decision making. Monitor and control financial and personnel resources to assure costs do not exceed benefits.
• Collaborate with supervisory personnel to perform the planning, monitoring, and reviewing of the work performed by contractors to ensure compliance with contract agreements and specifications. As requested, obtain or estimate costs associated with the purchase, installation, repair, and demolition of assets.
• Perform preliminary review of packing slips or invoices for accuracy and sign or initial to confirm receipt of listed items or verify the hours and work reported as complete.
• Cooperate with employees in other areas such as electrical, heating & air conditioning, or custodial to resolve potential issues and meet deadlines with minimal disruption to customers, tenants, and visitors. Provide emergency or relief assistance to other areas as and when needed.
• Support supervisory personnel by training, guiding, and advising less experienced technicians and providing feedback on performance.
• Provide customer support and education to provide information on the safe and proper use of assets. Recommend energy conservation techniques.
• Participate or lead meetings with customers, contractors, and coworkers to assess needs or concerns. Attend weekly safety meetings.
• The position is also expected to perform the duties of the Maintenance Technician I when and as needed.
• Perform other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED).

Four years of progressively responsible experience with the construction, installation, maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, renovation, and replacement of equipment, mechanical systems, and physical structures.

Completion of Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Program or similar program related to building and maintenance trades is preferred.

Licenses or Certifications:

Valid driver's license.

Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination conducted by a licensed medical examiner listed on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) National Registry is preferred.

Special Requirements/Qualifications:

Employee will have unrestricted access to county owned, operated, and maintained facilities. Employee is required to execute all duties with ethics and integrity and must take the appropriate measures to safeguard confidential information. Employee may need to attend training specific to a facility or the activities that occur in a facility prior to accessing the facility.

Work is subject is frequent interruptions.

Employee is subject to call back in emergencies.

Employee may be on-call during nonbusiness hours.

THIS IS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION, AND EMPLOYEES IN THIS POSITION ARE SUBJECT TO RANDOM DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of International Building Code, National Standard Plumbing Code, National Fire Protection Association Standards, and other codes, standards, regulations, and practices related to building and maintenance trades such as carpentry and plumbing.
• Knowledge of design, use, maintenance, and repair of equipment, mechanical systems, and physical structures.
• Knowledge of County policies and procedures, standard operational practices, and safety regulations.
• Knowledge of customer service and quality standards.
• Knowledge of basic office procedures, computers, and iPads.
• Ability to effectively manage conflict and resolve disputes.
• Ability to read and understand work orders, plans, specifications, and instructions.
• Ability to make precisely coordinated movements and grasp or assemble small objects.
• Ability to successfully communicate, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to actively listen to customers, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Skills to diagnose the cause and related symptoms of malfunctions and proficiently repair equipment, mechanical systems, and physical structures.
• Skills to safely operate diagnostic equipment; handheld, electric, or pneumatic tools; and personal protective equipment.
• Skills to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions.
• Skills to prepare accurate records and reports.

Additional Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is regularly active with periods of heavy exertion and is performed in shop or field settings and may be outside. Typical positions require employees to walk or stand for long periods; lift and carry up to 50 pounds; climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding; bend, kneel, crouch and crawl; reach, hold, grasp, and turn objects; feel the size, shape, and temperature of items; and use fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards. The work requires the ability to speak normally, to use normal or aided vision and hearing, and to detect odors. The employee needs to be agile enough to work under, in, and above equipment, systems, and structures.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Principal duties for this job are performed in a shop or field setting or outside.

Department/Division: Public Works Facilities/Buildings and Trades
Pay Grade: 110
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Telework Eligible: No
Reports To: Maintenance Superintendent. As directed, employee may temporarily report to other supervisory personnel.
Supervises: May provide supervision and direction to employees or contractors as assigned or needed to complete work.

BENEFITS AT A GLANCE
Benefits eligibility is for employees who work 30+ hours/week unless noted below

For more information about benefits visit:

13 PAID HOLIDAYS

EMS EMPLOYEES RECEIVE 6 CORE HOLIDAYS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT

ANNUAL LEAVE

• Begin employment by accruing 8 hours a month (sliding scale based on hours worked)

SICK LEAVE

• Accrue 7.5 hours a month (sliding scale based on hours worked)

TRANSFER OF SICK LEAVE

• May receive credit for up to 400 hours of accrued, but unpaid, sick leave from previous employer when they begin employment

PAID TIME OFF (PTO)

• Employees working 1950 hours per year recieve 30 hours of PTO
• Employees working 2080 hours per year recieve 36 hours of PTO
• Employees working 2184 hours per year recieve 36 hours of PTO

PAID PARENTAL LEAVE

• Up to 6 weeks of paid leave after birth/adoption of child

HEALTH INSURANCE - County PAYS 70% of cost (sliding scale based on hours worked)

• Blue Choice Advantage, Prescription & Vision
• Blue Choice HMO Open Access, Prescription & Vision
• CareFirst Dental
• Delta Dental

RETIREE HEALTH INSURANCE - Health Reimbursement Arrangement. New hires who elect health insurance coverage with Charles County Government (CCG) will be enrolled in a Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Account (VEBA). Upon retirement or separation from employment, you will be able to use the funds in the VEBA account to pay for your health insurance premiums and other qualified medical expenses. You are required to contribute $30.80 per pay period (via payroll deduction). CCG will also make a contribution of $90.40 per pay period .The contribution may be adjusted each year based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI).

PENSION PLAN (Defined Benefit Retirement Plan)
*In order to be eligible for the pension plan, you must work at least 37.5 hours a week.

• County Pension Plan - Non-Public Safety, Mandatory Participation 4% employee contribution
• County Pension Plan - Public Safety, Mandatory Participation 8% employee contribution
• Sheriff's Office Retirement Plan - Communications, Mandatory Participation 7% employee contribution
• Sheriff's Office Retirement Plan - Sworn, Mandatory Participation 8% employee contribution
• Sheriff's Office Retirement Plan - Corrections, Mandatory Participation 7% employee contribution

DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN (457(b) Governmental Plan)
*Available to all employees, regardless of hours worked.

• Mass Mutual
• MetLife
• Nationwide Retirement Solutions

LIFE INSURANCE

• No charge to employee (Valued at 1.5x the employee's annual salary, not to exceed $250,000)

• Supplemental insurance available for additional cost
• Dependent life insurance available for additional cost

LONG TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE - No charge to employee

• Benefit pays 60% of salary at date of disability up to $5,000/month

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT

• Medical and Dependent Care

THE STANDARD SUPPLEMENTAL INCOME PRODUCTS

• Accident Policy and Critical Illness Policy

LEGAL RESOURCES

• A prepaid Legal Resource benefit

ONSITE CHILDCARE AT A DISCOUNTED RATE

• Located at the Community Services building (8190 Port Tobacco Road, Port Tobacco, MD 20677)

HOUSE KEYS 4 EMPLOYEE PROGRAM - Up to a $7,500, 0% interest loan, to be used for a down payment or closing cost toward a new home in Charles County. For eligible full-time employees who are first time home buyers.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM

01

How many years of experience do you have relevant to this position?

• No experience
• 1 year to just under 2 years experience
• 2 years to 5 years experience
• 6+ years experience

02

Describe your experience with the construction, installation, maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, renovation, and replacement of equipment, mechanical systems, and physical structures.

03

This position sometimes requires you to be called in on evenings and weekends. Are you available to work odd hours in case of emergency?

• Yes
• No

04

Are you available to work an on-call schedule?

• Yes
• No

05

Have you completed the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Program or similar program related to building and maintenance trades?

• Yes, I completed the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Program.
• No, I have not completed the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Program or similar program related to building and maintenance trades.
• Yes, I have completed a similar program related to building and maintenance trades.

Required Question

 Charles County Board of Education

 05/09/2024

 Maryland Line,MD