Skilled Trades Specialist II

State of Maryland•Washington County, MD

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Introduction The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) supports State and local government agencies, as well as local non-profit organizations and the citizens of Maryland, by providing facilities management, real estate and surplus property services, as well as security and law enforcement for State buildings. DGS is also responsible for a full spectrum of facilities engineering, design and construction services, almost $1 billion in annual contract administration, and overseeing the State procurement process. Here at DGS, we truly Do Great Service… Consider joining our team! GRADE 12 LOCATION OF POSITION Office of Facilities Management 36 Antietam Street Hagerstown, MD 21740 Main Purpose of Job This position is the front-line employee responsible for the safe and efficient operation of essential state office buildings operated by the Department of General Services. The position performs the daily work necessary to ensure the proper functioning of all building systems and equipment found in office buildings, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing and any other systems required for the safe and effective operation of modern office structures.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Three years of experience performing skilled trade work in plumbing, carpentry, electrical, HVAC, locksmith, masonry, painting, or welding work.
One (1) year of experience working with automated work order systems.
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.
Employees in this classification who perform electrical work and are assigned to facilities that mandate licensed electricians must possess a current license as a Master Electrician or other appropriate electrician license from a local board or from the Maryland State Board of Master Electricians, 500 N. Calvert Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202-3651.
Employees in this classification who perform work as a plumber must possess a Maryland Journeyman/Gas Fitter License.

Nice To Haves

Skilled trades experience working in a commercial building setting.
Professional training, union certification or completion of a certified/accredited training program in a skilled trade, apprenticeship program, or vocational school.

Responsibilities

Operates HVAC, electrical, plumbing, other critical and safety components within design parameters of equipment.
Identifies potential issues using handheld temperature, vibration and sonic sensing tools, and verify readings are properly uploaded into CMMS database. Accesses CMMS records to help with diagnosing and troubleshooting equipment malfunctions.
Responds to requests for building repairs. Restores equipment to proper operation. Identifies the need for additional building trades support and communicate with the building manager for authorization to obtain assistance. Coordinates with contractors to perform work requiring outside expertise.
Replaces filters, belts, hoses and other consumables. Inspects building components to identify potential issues and prevent emergency repairs. Tracks maintenance schedules and ensure work is done to industry standards.
Performs other building maintenance work as assigned, which may include but not limited to; repair and replacement of fixtures, hardware, lighting, ceiling and floor coverings; operation and maintenance of motorized and electrical equipment and tools; grounds maintenance task such as clearing sidewalks and parking lots; containment of spills and leaks to prevent injury and damage.