Maintenance Mechanic

Introduction

The Maryland School\nfor the Deaf (MSD) is a diverse, bilingual community who in partnership with\nfamilies, provides an equitable and exemplary education in a nurturing,\nengaging, and challenging environment to ensure our students achieve personal\nexcellence and become lifelong learners.\n\n\nThis is a 12-month position\nin the maintenance department of the Maryland School for the Deaf - Frederick\nCampus. This position is designated as Essential Personnel.\n

GRADE

ASTD9\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

MSD, Frederick, Campus, 101 Clarke Place, Frederick, MD 21705\n

Main Purpose of Job

Employees in this classification perform general maintenance tasks, such as simple construction, preventative maintenance, improvements and minor repairs to buildings, fixtures, mechanical equipment, grounds and roadways.\n

POSITION DUTIES

Perform general maintenance tasks such as simple construction,\npreventive maintenance, improvements, and minor repairs to buildings, fixtures,\nmechanical equipment, grounds, and roadways. Employee may be required to\ncheck and service converter units; repair, service, and inspect door locks,\nhousekeeping equipment, furniture, and safety equipment; assist with making\nrepairs to HVAC air handler units and related equipment; perform daily\npreventive maintenance checks to ensure proper operation of all equipment;\ninstall, replace, or repair water fountains, restroom fixtures, broken piping,\ngaskets, valves, and other plumbing related equipment as necessary; repair or\nmove furniture, put up or repair drywall, hang doors, replace windows and\nwindow panes, install cabinets, and/or other carpentry related tasks as\nnecessary; apply finish and/or paint to completed projects; perform security\nfunctions; ensure buildings and gates are locked each day as required.\nPreference will be given to applicants who are able to lift 50 lbs. or more and\nassist with snow removal on the campus.\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

\nEducation: Eighth grade.\n\n\nExperience: Three years of experience in any combination of the maintenance trades provided that at least two years ofexperience areprimarily in the trades of electricity, plumbing, steamfittings, refrigeration or air-conditioning.\n\n\nNotes:\n1. Candidatesmay substitute additional experience in any of the maintenance trades on a year-for-year basis for up to three years of the required education.\n\n\n2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a degree from an accredited vocational or technical high school with a major in Building Maintenance or a related fieldfor the required experience.\n\n\n3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in utilities repair classifications or construction and engineering specialty codes in any combination of maintenance trades, on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.\n\n\n\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Willing to learn\nAmerican Sign Language.\n\n\nAble to lift 50 lbs.\nor more.\n\n\nAble to assist with snow\nremoval on the campus.\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

New hires are subject\nto a criminal background investigation at their own expense. (Maryland Code,\nFamily Law Article 1, Sections 5-560-568)\n\n\nCandidates will need to\nprovide three letters of recommendation.\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.We will not consider information submitted after this date.Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on theeligible (employment) list for at least one year.\n

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\n\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online application\nprocess is STRONGLY preferred. If unable to apply online, or if you encounter\ndifficulty, you may submit via mail, e-mail, fax, or deliver in person before\nthe closing date and time. Please include your name and recruitment number on\nany documentation to ensure timely processing. Resumes will NOT be accepted in\nlieu of completing the online or paper application. Additional or supplemental\ninformation must be submitted by the closing date and time. Application\ninquiries or supplemental information can be directed to the following:\n\n\nMailing Address:\nMaryland School for the Deaf Recruitment Department, P. O. Box 894, Columbia,\nMD 21044\n\n\nE-mail:\...\n\n\nPhone: ...,\nTTY Users: call via Maryland Relay\n\n\nFax:...\n\n\nIndividuals from\ntraditionally underserved and underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged\nto apply. Bilingual and disabled applicants are encouraged to apply. As an\nequal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and\npromoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. We thank our\nVeterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.\n