FACILITIES MANAGEMENT TECHNICIAN (Skilled Trades Specialist II)

Main Purpose of Job

This position is the front-line employee responsible for the safe and efficient operation of State office buildings operated and maintained by the DGS. This 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. This is an emergency essential position subject to emergency release procedures. Employees in this position must be willing and available for duty at all hours, day or night, and are required to remain or report for duty at all hours as needed to maintain the continuous operation of this agency. If you are the selected candidate for this position, you will be required to complete a Pre-Employment Physical, which will assess your ability to safely perform the essential functions of this position.

POSITION DUTIES

Duties for this position include but are not limited to :

• Ensure proper functioning of building systems and equipment. Operate

HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety and other critical components within

design parameters. Keep buildings and courthouses open at all times for the

transaction of essential State business.

equipment. Identify potential issues using handheld temperature, vibration and

sonic sensing tools, and verify readings are properly uploaded into CMMS

database. Access CMMS records to help with diagnosing and troubleshooting

equipment malfunctions.

building repairs. Restore equipment to proper operation. Identify need for

additional building trades support and communicate with building manager for

authorization to obtain assistance. Coordinate with contractors to perform work

requiring outside expertise.

filters, belts, hoses and other consumables. Inspect building components to

identify potential issues and prevent emergency repairs. Track maintenance

schedules and ensure work is done to industry standards.

other building maintenance and trades work as assigned. This may include but is

not limited to repair and replacement of fixtures, hardware, lighting, ceiling

tiles and floor coverings; operation and maintenance of motorized and

electrical equipment and tools; grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing grass,

clearing sidewalks and parking lots; containment of hazardous spills and leaks

to prevent injury and damage; and other tasks to keep buildings in top shape.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education : Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency

certificate.

Experience : Three years of experience performing skilled trade work in plumbing, carpentry, electrical, HVAC, locksmith, masonry, painting, or welding work.

section for motor vehicle operator’s license requirement.

Notes :

1. Candidates may substitute additional years of experience for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

2. Candidates may substitute Armed Forces military experience at a rank of Corporal / Petty Officer or higher, as a non-commissioned officer in utilities classifications or mechanical maintenance management specialty codes in utility systems repair, on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Strong preference will be given to applicants who possess the

following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific

information on your application regarding all qualifications.

certified / accredited training program in a skilled trade, apprenticeship

program, or vocational school is preferred.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. Employees in this classification who perform work as a plumber must possess a Maryland Journeyman / Gas Fitter License.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

A motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland is

required for this position.

SELECTION PROCESS

It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on

your application. Please include all experience and education that

is related to this position. All information concerning your

qualifications must be submitted by the closing date; information

submitted after the closing date will not be considered. Credit is given

for relevant part-time, temporary or volunteer experience based on the number

of hours worked per week; you must include the time spent on such

activities on your application.

Note that for any position requiring a college degree or college credit,

you will be required to submit a college transcript prior to being offered a

position. You may submit your transcript as part of the application

process.

The examination for this position will consist of a rating of your

education, training and experience related to the requirements of the

position. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment

eligibility list categorized as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED, or

QUALIFIED. The eligibility list will be valid for one year and may be

extended. The list will be used by the hiring authority to select

employees for interviews. Eligible

lists may be used to fill future vacancies of the same classification.

Please note, selected candidates may be required to complete and

successfully pass a State and Federal fingerprint background check prior to

being hired.

You must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform

and Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply.