Equipment Mechanic

Baltimore County Public Schools; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking an Equipment Mechanic to join their team. This role involves performing essential maintenance and repair work on various grounds and construction equipment, ensuring operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have experience with internal combustion engines and hydraulic systems, demonstrating a strong ability to diagnose and resolve issues. Join a supportive environment where your skills will contribute to the smooth operation of vital equipment in the community. This full-time position offers a chance to make a real impact while enjoying comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Plans

Paid Holidays

Sick Leave

Personal Business Days

Qualifications

• One year of experience in equipment or automotive repair.
• Knowledge of internal combustion engines and hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic, repair, and maintenance work on grounds equipment.
• Assist with overhauling and repairing engines and hydraulic systems.

Skills

Diagnostic Repair

Hydraulic Systems

Automotive Repair

Welding

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Heavy Equipment

Diagnostic Tools

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Definition

Performs semi-skilled diagnostic, repair, and maintenance work on grounds and related equipment. Assists in major repair work and advanced electronic diagnostics. Performs inspections on grounds equipment. Operates grounds and related equipment. Performs other duties as assigned.

• Performs semi-skilled diagnostic repair and maintenance work on grounds and construction equipment including, but not limited to, trucks, trailers, riding tractors, tractors with loaders and backhoes, power rollers, paint machines, troweling machines, sod cutters and power generators.
• Assists in disassembling and reassembling water cooled gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions, differentials and hydraulic systems. Uses special instruments to check cylinders and crankshaft journal wear.
• Assists with overhauling, reconditioning and repairing self-contained, PTO driven and pull-type equipment. Assists in overhauling, reconditioning and repairing components such as power steering pumps, cylinders and control, hydraulics pumps, etc.
• Assists with the installations of hydraulic and electro-hydraulic systems and brake systems for snowplows on trucks and tractors
• Performs road service calls as required in all weather conditions.
• Assists in maintaining daily logs and reports for maintenance accountability. Inputs data into the Grounds comprehensive maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Participates in the Office of Grounds snow removal program and other emergency events. May assist with repairs to vehicles when working with Baltimore County Highways with snow removal on public and residential streets.
• Welds and fabricate frames, mower decks, chassis, etc. on various types of equipment.
• Performs other duties of a similar scope and complexity.
  
  

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ClASS TITLE: Equipment Mechanic

REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Grounds

SCHEDULE: Full Time

Definition

Performs semi-skilled diagnostic, repair, and maintenance work on grounds and related equipment. Assists in major repair work and advanced electronic diagnostics. Performs inspections on grounds equipment. Operates grounds and related equipment. Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties

• Performs semi-skilled diagnostic repair and maintenance work on grounds and construction equipment including, but not limited to, trucks, trailers, riding tractors, tractors with loaders and backhoes, power rollers, paint machines, troweling machines, sod cutters and power generators.
• Assists in disassembling and reassembling water cooled gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions, differentials and hydraulic systems. Uses special instruments to check cylinders and crankshaft journal wear.
• Assists with overhauling, reconditioning and repairing self-contained, PTO driven and pull-type equipment. Assists in overhauling, reconditioning and repairing components such as power steering pumps, cylinders and control, hydraulics pumps, etc.
• Assists with the installations of hydraulic and electro-hydraulic systems and brake systems for snowplows on trucks and tractors
• Performs road service calls as required in all weather conditions.
• Assists in maintaining daily logs and reports for maintenance accountability. Inputs data into the Grounds comprehensive maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Participates in the Office of Grounds snow removal program and other emergency events. May assist with repairs to vehicles when working with Baltimore County Highways with snow removal on public and residential streets.
• Welds and fabricate frames, mower decks, chassis, etc. on various types of equipment.
• Performs other duties of a similar scope and complexity.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience:

• Possession of a high school diploma or an equivalent.
• One year of experience in equipment or automotive repair and maintenance work. Experience with internal combustion engine in diesel, 2-cycle and 4-cycle forms and hydraulic systems and components preferred.
  
  

Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience that provide the knowledge and skills necessary to perform effectively in the class may be considered.

Licenses And Certificates

• Possession of a class C Maryland driver’s license or an equivalent is required at the time of employment.
• Possession of a valid commercial, class A Maryland driver's license or an equivalent is required within six months of hire. (The class A license may require endorsements and/or the absence of certain restrictions.)
• Required licenses must be maintained throughout employment in this position or any other positions that require them.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles of internal combustion engine in diesel, 2-cycle and 4-cycle forms and related systems.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems and components.
• Knowledge of automotive parts, components, and systems. Knowledge of the tools, materials, and equipment used in heavy grounds and related equipment repair and maintenance.
• Skill in heavy grounds and related equipment diagnostic, repair and maintenance work. Skill in the diagnosis of heavy grounds and related equipment malfunctions.
• Ability to complete assignments by established deadlines. Ability to maintain accurate records. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  
  

Physical And Environmental Conditions

The work of this class involves frequent walking,standing, kneeling, stooping, crouching, lifting and carrying of objects of moderate to heavy weight and the use of coordinative and manipulative skills in the operation of tools, vehicles, and equipment. Work requires exposure to garage environments that include exposure to dust, dirt, chemicals, machinery, equipment. Requires the ability to access limited access spaces including but not limited to engine compartments and under vehicles. Requires outdoor work in all types of weather conditions.

Conditions Of Employment

• Persons appointed to this class are required to obtain a valid commercial, class A Maryland learner’s permit (or appropriate equivalent) within the probationary period, and a valid commercial class A Maryland driver’s license (or appropriate equivalent) within six months of hire. (The class A license may require endorsements and/or the absence of certain restrictions.) Employees who do not obtain the required permit and license will be terminated.
• Persons appointed to this class must be physically qualified to drive a commercial motor vehicle in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations and must remain physically qualified to operate such vehicles throughout their employment. Persons holding a commercial driver’s license (CDL) are subject to alcohol and drug testing in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations and Board of Education policy.
• Persons appointed to this class are designated as essential personnel and as such are required to work during emergency events, subject to call to duty, and may be required to work beyond their normally scheduled hours with little or no advanced notice.
• Requires independent travel to worksites throughout Baltimore County, including inclement weather days or other emergency situations when schools and/or offices are closed, weekends and holidays.
  
  

GRADE: 05 on the AFSCME Pay Scale

SALARY: Hourly rates range from $18.79 to $28.33.

Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at https://www.bcps.org/fiscalservices/payroll.

Other Compensation

This position may also be eligible for shift differential and longevity as per the AFSME Master Agreement and Memorandum of Understanding. Visit the BCPS website for additional information at https://www.bcps.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=2828&pageId=69996497.

FLSA: Non-exempt

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.

Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement

Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System.

Citizenship, Residency Or Work VISA In United States Required

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937). There is a compliance officer responsible for identifying, preventing, and remedying prohibited harassment concerning students. Complaints of harassment should be directed to the executive director, Department of School Safety and Security, 9610 Pulaski Park Drive, Suite 219, Baltimore, Maryland 21220 (443-809-4360).

Application Instructions

Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with the Baltimore County Public Schools.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment, including student teaching and internship experience, and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers.
• Be sure to answer all criminal background questions. If you answer "yes" to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation. A criminal offense does not necessarily exclude an applicant from employment with BCPS. Factors such as passage of time since the offense, the nature of the violation, and the extent of rehabilitation will be taken into consideration.
  
  

Pre-Employment Requirements

• All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (State of Maryland, Senate Bill 315, effective October 1, 1986) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.00.
• An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to contract signing.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits session.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.
  
  

Contact Information

TiErra Johnson, HR Analyst

6901 Charles Street

Towson, Maryland 21204

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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