Maintenance.General Maintenance Mechanic.1590

BCPS • Middle River, MD

6d • $22 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision performs a variety of skilled, semi-skilled, and manual labor tasks in the general maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment. Tasks include but not limited to: carpentry, painting, masonry, glazier, roofing, flooring and repair of buildings, offices, and related facilities.

Requirements

• Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent.
• Three years of professional maintenance and/or construction experience.
• Possession of a valid class C Maryland driver's license or an equivalent.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of building maintenance and construction.
• Knowledge of the use and care tools, materials, and equipment.
• Knowledge of the English language.
• Skill in preparing surfaces and sites for various general maintenance tasks.
• Skill in building maintenance and construction work.
• Skill in the operation of automobiles, light trucks, and vans.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to maintain records of work performed.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve building maintenance problems.
• Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

Nice To Haves

• Maryland Commercial driver's license (CDL) or an equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs various carpentry work.
• Installs, removes, and repairs drywall.
• Repairs walls using spackling, paint, and tape.
• Installs trim and molding.
• Removes and replaces air conditioning units.
• Repairs and replaces doors, door hardware, cabinets, casework, handrails, ramps, decks, bleachers, gutters, downspouts, and building fixtures and components.
• Repairs and replaces lavatory stall hardware and panels.
• Repairs and replaces caulking, sealants, chalkboards, tack boards, map rails, and instructional boards.
• Prepares wood, metal, plaster, drywall, plastic, steel, and other surfaces for painting.
• Patches and points-up cracked or otherwise damaged surfaces including plaster and gypsum board.
• Applies spackling and caulk.
• Cleans and removes old paint from surfaces.
• Selects and mixes appropriate paints and thinners to obtain the desired color and consistency for a given surface.
• Applies paint by using a brush, roller, and spray gun.
• Applies glazes, shellacs, and varnishes.
• Refinishes the surfaces of furniture and floors.
• Installs, replaces, and repairs roofs in various buildings.
• Investigates reports of roof leaks and other roofing system problems.
• Completes installation of roofing systems for small areas of roofs.
• Performs repairs on fascia systems, pitch pockets, flashing systems, and expansion joints.
• Selects the appropriate type and thickness of glass for the project.
• Removes glazing beads, putty, retaining strips, and broken glass from window frames.
• Cleans and prepares surfaces for glass installation.
• Smooths and polishes glass edges using a sander.
• Measures and cuts new glass.
• Fastens glass into the sash.
• Spreads and smooths new putty using a putty knife to seal the window.
• Seals the window with a glazing compound.
• Paints trim.
• Prepares area for tiles and/or carpet by cutting and fitting sub-floors or ceilings, furring strips, and shimming as necessary.
• Selects and applies suitable cement, mastic, or adhesive.
• Lays out floors or ceiling patterns.
• Sets tiles and/or carpet in desired pattern, cutting and fitting tiles/carpet around irregular surfaces as required.
• Installs and repairs tile floors and/or walls including quarry tile, mixes mortar, lays bricks and stones and/or concrete sidewalks and makes and repairs steps.
• Plans work to ensure efficient use of materials and supplies and to present a professional product conforming to quality standards.
• Measures area and determines materials and supplies required to complete job.
• Loads and unloads job materials, tools, and equipment.
• Drives and operates various county vehicles and equipment to transport various materials, tools, and equipment.
• Cleans and restocks vehicles for the purpose of ensuring the availability or materials required at the jobsite.
• Participates in snow removal program for the purpose of ensuring safe and orderly work and school environments.
• Works independently to complete assignments.
• Troubleshoots and resolves building maintenance problems.
• Cleans and maintains tools and worksites.
• Records and maintains accurate records of work performed, time, and materials.
• Ensures work adheres to all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations.
• Performs and completes necessary repairs to all building components and existing structures.
• Communicates appropriately and frequently with faculty, school administrators, supervisor/ manager(s) and other employees.
• Follows all safety procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans.
• Other benefits include sick, paid holidays, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves.
• All new hires will attend a benefits and retirement orientation upon hire.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees