Maintenance Mechanic II - Public Works, Bureau of Facilities/Maintenance Division

Howard County:

Conveniently located in the heart of central Maryland between Baltimore and Washington, Howard County offers the charm of a historic past mixed with the excitement of a cosmopolitan community.
 
Howard County Government:

Howard County Government is a leader in innovation, best practices and sustainability. It is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in the country. In 2024, Howard County Government received a record-breaking 63 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) – the most awards in the state of Maryland, and the fifth highest in the nation, as compared to more than 3000 counties. NACo Achievement Awards are the premier national honor to recognize innovative and transformative programs that provide new services for county residents, improve existing programs, upgrade working conditions, and enhance citizen participation and public policy making.
 
What are we looking for?

We are looking for outstanding individuals to join our team and contribute to excellence in Howard County operations.
 
What you'll like most about working at Howard County Government:

• We are committed to workplace excellence in every area of County government.  
• We have a highly talented, diverse, and inclusive workplace. Your input will not only be heard, but it will be encouraged!  
• We offer competitive compensation and great benefits including medical, retirement, and wellness programs. 
• As a member of the Howard County Government team, you'll be helping drive our culture and directly impact what makes us an amazing place to work.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This is operations service work at the advanced technical level for facility maintenance, repair and operations of building systems under direct supervision of a trades or general supervisor.  Work includes a full range of building maintenance and repair activities for building systems, such as: structural building components; roofing, siding, gutters and downspouts; concrete and masonry, installation and repair; window and door installation and repair, interior and exterior; stair and railing, repair; electrical maintenance and minor repair; plumbing maintenance and minor repair; HVAC maintenance and minor repair; ceilings, finishes and trim, application, installation and repair; furnishings, fixtures and equipment, installation and repair; building hardware installation and repair; flooring installation for carpet, vinyl, wood and ceramic; construction of interior and exterior floor, wall and roof systems.    

STARTING SALARY HIRING RANGE:
$25.29 - $31.59
$52,603 - $65,707

CLASS DESCRIPTION:
 
This work approaching the journeyman level in the maintenance, alteration and repair of buildings, machinery and equipment. Work involves the performance of skilled and semi-skilled tasks in one or more of the building trades. Although the employee may approach the journeyman level in one or more trades, the work is not considered to be at the journeyman level in any single task. An employee may specialize in one of the trade options (such as carpentry, electrical, mechanical or plumbing), but assignments will not be restricted to that one trade. Work is performed with general supervision from a trades or administrative superior. Assignments are usually limited in nature and are carried out in accordance with trades standards and applicable regulations. May have contacts with the public, tenants and public agencies.

Include the following: Other related duties may be assigned.

• Works and cooperates with co-workers and supervisors at all levels.
• Learns and performs all essential job functions accurately.  
• Conduct maintenance and repairs using hand and power tools and is thoroughly skilled in the use, safe operation, and proper storage of all tools used in the performance of building maintenance and repair activities.
• Electrical maintenance to include: repair of electrical fixtures, including ballast, switches and outlets; replacement of electrical fixtures, switches and bulbs; assists master - trades personnel when required.  
• Plumbing maintenance to include: repair of basic plumbing fixtures such as toilets, sinks, spigots, tubs and showers; replacement of supply lines, drain lines, traps, washers, pipe fittings and valves; assists master - trades personnel when required.
• HVAC maintenance to include: minor repair of mechanical equipment such as furnaces, air conditioners, fans, pumps and gear boxes; perform regular maintenance tasks such as lubrication or bearings and other moving parts, changing of belts and filters, and cleaning of coils, condensate lines, etc.; assists master - trades personnel when required.
• Construction and Renovation: Construction of interior and exterior floor, roof and wall systems Structural: Makes repairs to and/or replaces structural building components such as: damaged footings, columns, concrete masonry units, beams, studs, headers, jacks, plates, joists, trusses and other building structural components.
• Roofing & Siding: Repairs roofing leaks by patching or replacement of roofing material; repairs or replaces siding, soffit, facia, trim; repairs or replaces gutters and downspouts.
• Concrete and Masonry: Constructs forms for concrete flatwork, installs expansion materials, rebar, welded wire mesh and places and finishes concrete surface; prepares base and installs paver stones and border units; makes repair to concrete and paver stone including demolition and replacement.  
• Windows, Doors: Secures broken windows by boarding up with plywood, replaces glass panels, removes damaged and installs new window units, installation of locking hardware, makes adjustment for proper operation; removes and replaces damaged interior and exterior door units, installs hinges and locking hardware, makes adjustment for proper swing, closure and operation.    
• Flooring: Installation of carpet, vinyl, wood and ceramic flooring systems   Hardware: Installation, repair and maintenance of building hardware.   
• Finishes: Installation of ceiling grids, panels and trim; painting of walls, ceilings, etc.
• Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment: Installation and repair of furnishings, fixtures and equipment.
• May occasionally be assigned to oversee the work of a contractor(s) performing installation or repair services.
• Uses computer maintenance management system (CMMS) software to manage assigned work orders, retrieve, track, and closing of work orders.
• Understands verbal and/or written instructions and operations and maintenance manuals.
• Performs overtime and on call work, as required.    

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

There are no supervisory responsibilities associated with this position.    Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of the 12th grade and three (3) years of progressively skilled experience in building/industrial maintenance and repair.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
 

• Vocational Training certificate.
• Skill in the care and use of tools and equipment commonly used in building maintenance and repair.
• Skill in the use of varied hand, power, and bench tools.
• Skill in the care and use of tools and equipment commonly used in facility maintenance and repair operations.
• Ability to install and perform basic repairs on electrical fixtures, plumbing and mechanical equipment; and the ability to perform basic repairs to buildings.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to interpret and work from sketches, layouts, and blueprints.
• Ability to perform manual tasks requiring dexterity.
• Ability to maintain records and reports.
• Ability to operate forklifts and other motorized equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazard and safety precautions applicable to buildings, grounds, and industrial maintenance work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.

• The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.  

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to the elements of inclement weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration.

• The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; and risk of electrical shock. The employee may be exposed to the hazardous conditions of a construction site. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  This position is designated as an emergency/essential position and may be required to respond in a variety of emergency situations. 

• The employee is responsible for using safety devices and protective equipment in order to minimize the frequency and severity of work-related accidents. The employee is also responsible for using safe practices and methods in the operation of equipment and supplies related to their particular job. The employee is further responsible for correcting and/or reporting any conditions within the building or grounds that may be hazardous to the public, co-workers, or other county employees.

LANGUAGE SKILLS, MATHEMATICAL SKILLS AND REASONING ABILITY:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and commercial catalogues.

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with customers, vendors, and employees.  

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measurement, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. 

• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent, and to draw and interpret graphs and charts.  

• Ability to apply common sense understanding; to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Possession of a valid driver's license.

Salary : $52,603 - $85,301