Building Maintenance Worker II

Baltimore City Public Schools; Baltimore (MD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Worker II to oversee and perform essential maintenance tasks in school facilities. This role involves leading a team, ensuring the operational readiness of equipment, and conducting inspections to maintain safety standards. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in building operations, a strong understanding of maintenance techniques, and the ability to guide others effectively. Join a supportive environment that values your contributions and offers opportunities for professional growth while ensuring a safe and functional learning space for students.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Union Benefits

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in building operations and maintenance.
• Knowledge of safety and preventive maintenance practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex maintenance tasks in school facilities.
• Lead a team of maintenance workers and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Building Operations

Maintenance Techniques

Electrical Repairs

Plumbing Repairs

Safety Practices

Team Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

HVAC Equipment

Maintenance Tools

Job description

Support Staff - Position - Maintenance - Maintenance Worker II

Job Number 8600039572

Open Date 04/10/2025

Closing Date

Performs routine and moderately complex semi-skilled tasks in repair and maintenance of school buildings and surrounding grounds. Functions independently as a senior technician at a large school or facility performing more difficult semi-skilled tasks or leads a team of Building Maintenance Workers I at large school facilities or facilities with high population density. Opens buildings, activates/deactivates HVAC equipment, monitors and ensures operational readiness and safety of equipment and building components. Work requires the application of general knowledge of maintenance and repair techniques, materials, tools, and equipment.

Essential Functions

• Functions in a senior or lead capacity in large complex facilities.
• Provides guidance and/or instruction to unskilled and semi-skilled maintenance personnel and assists in determining work priorities, planning, scheduling, assigning and reviewing work.
• Monitors status of building operation and maintenance projects in assigned school or facility. Conducts scheduled and unscheduled inspections of buildings, equipment, and surrounding grounds. Ensures compliance with safety program and energy conservation guidelines and policies.
• Performs moderately complex preventative maintenance and emergency repairs including correcting minor electrical malfunctions, repairing basic plumbing fixtures, pipes and fittings, repairing and replacing light fixtures, repairing doors and locks, changing filters, belts, and hoses.
• Submits emergency requisitions to manager and/or calls in emergency repair requests to vendors for repairs to buildings, grounds, heating and air conditioning equipment.
• Performs repairs to interior and exterior walls, windows, ceilings, floors, railings, and other building surfaces. May assist in grounds repair to roadways and walkways.
• May perform a variety of painting, masonry, carpentry, and sheet metal work.
• Assists in the preparation of various building components and systems for Central Repair Shop, trades personnel and/or contractors; disassembles and installs equipment and fixtures.
• Assists journey level trades personnel in skilled maintenance and repair work. Assists in new construction and renovation work as requested.
• Coordinates work assignments for evening cleaning activities.
• Requisitions routine supplies, materials, and spare parts as necessary.
• Completes routine forms, maintains records, and writes reports.
• Makes suggestions for improvements in assigned school or facility.
• Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board’s policies and the professional standards.

Maximum Salary: $32.90

Minimum Salary: $21.86

Desired Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Five years building operations and maintenance experience involving work in two or more maintenance trade areas.
• Related trade licenses/certificates may be substituted for two years of education or experience.
• Knowledge of and proficient skill in the use of the methods, techniques, standards, tools, materials and mechanical and electrical equipment used in building operation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of safety and preventive maintenance practices and procedures.
• Ability to provide guidance and instruction to assigned maintenance personnel.
• Ability to implement operations policies and procedures.
• Ability to interact effectively with others.

Application Requirements

• Completed online application.
• Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
• Upload copies of all transcripts - undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications.
• Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number.
• All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application.
• All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application.

Benefits

This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: Baltimore City Schools.

For inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies, please contact the Equal Employment Opportunity Manager, 200 E. North Avenue, Room 208, Baltimore, MD 21202; 410-396-8542 (phone); 410-396-2955 (fax).

This position is affiliated with Local 44 (L44) bargaining union.

This position is affiliated with the City Retirement Plan.

In accordance with Maryland law, City School is required to share the position salary ranges in its entirety. Please note, this is not the hiring range. The hiring range for this position is ($21.86 - $26.01).