General Maintenance Mechanic

Frederick County Public Schools; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 27,106 - 38,605; Full time

Job summary

A public school district in Frederick, Maryland is seeking a General Maintenance Mechanic to perform maintenance and repairs on buildings and equipment. The role entails routine upkeep of facilities, support for certified trades, and record maintenance. A high school diploma and two years of construction experience are required. The position offers a salary starting at $23.85 per hour and involves general facility maintenance duties across approximately 1.8 million square feet.

Qualifications

• Two years of paid professional experience in construction or maintenance.
• Valid driver's license for vehicle operation.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to building components.
• Assist licensed tradespeople with HVAC, electrical, and plumbing tasks.
• Maintain records and procure parts needed for repairs.

Skills

HVAC/R knowledge

Carpentry skills

Masonry skills

General maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Frederick County Public School (FCPS) District’s mission is to inspire, innovate & motivate. FCPS serves more than 46,000 students and 280,000 residents in twelve municipalities spread across 667 square miles. FCPS provides a diverse and inclusive learning environment, where excellence in college and career preparedness are paramount. The commitment to our community is to provide exceptional education and equity for "every child, every day".

Work Year Calendar and Hours

• 12-month position (260 days / year), 8 hours per day
• Hours: TBD

For more information about employee benefits please go to: www.fcps.org/benefits

Salary

• Support Salary Scale Grade S08: $23.85 per hour; starting

Under the Fair Labor and Standards Act this position is non-exempt from overtime. Actual salary placement will be in accordance with the salary procedures of the Frederick County Public School System.

Position Overview

The General Maintenance Mechanic performs general maintenance and repairs on buildings, grounds and equipment, and a variety of machinery and equipment on 18–20 assigned buildings, covering approximately 1.8 million square feet of space. Work in this class is characterized by general and varied construction or repair work involving knowledge of several maintenance areas such as, but not limited to general maintenance, HVAC/R, carpentry, and masonry. This position reports to the Maintenance Area Supervisor.

Essential Functions

General Facility Maintenance

• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to building components, including doors, hardware, partitions, flooring, ceilings, and masonry.
• Maintain and repair general facility equipment and fixtures.
• Assist with carpentry and roofing-related maintenance tasks.
• Conduct preventive maintenance procedures.
• Perform inspections to identify and report issues requiring further attention.
• Ensure work areas adhere to occupational safety and cleanliness standards.
• Provide exceptional customer service and maintain professional relationships throughout the organization.

Support for Licensed Trades

• Assist licensed HVAC/R, electricians, and plumbers with tasks as needed.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and routine maintenance to support HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems under the guidance of licensed personnel.
• Support the servicing and cleaning of mechanical systems, such as boilers, to ensure operational efficiency.

Administrative Time

• Enter time and material on a tablet daily utilizing Computerized Maintenance Management Program.
• Maintain record keeping and provide inventory updates.
• Procure parts needed to perform repairs.
• Reconciling and tendering of receipts in PeopleSoft.
• The above list is a summary of the essential functions of the job, not an exhaustive comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

Education/Training/Experience

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two (2) years of paid professional experience in the construction field in any one, or combination, of the following trades: electrical, plumbing, carpentry, air‑conditioning, heating, roofing, or equipment maintenance.

Certification/License

• Valid driver's license and the ability to operate a vehicle in accordance with Board of Education Policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Vocational training in a construction/commercial field.
• Maintenance experience in large, institutional facilities.
• Familiarity with the FCPS policies, goals and programs.

Certification/License

• OSHA certification.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Position will require continual monitoring of a company-provided communications device (cellular phone) and the ability to respond in a timely manner to facility emergencies.
• Ability to work under stress within limited time constraints, and adapt to changing situations and conditions.
• Ability to operate a vehicle in accordance with Board of Education policies.
• Frequent travel between multiple facilities.
• Ability to work varied shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
• Present a professional appearance and maintain a safe work environment by consistently wearing company-provided uniforms and approved footwear, and other appropriate PPE for the work task being performed.
• Use provided personal protective equipment.
• Attend and participate in training and satisfy testing requirements.
• Able to access elevated and subsurface workspaces via ladders, lifts, scaffolding, hatches, and manholes.
• Able to work in environments subject to hot and cold temperatures and hazards such as electrical shock, chemical exposure, and fall.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• The physical requirements of this position include: sitting, walking, standing, bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, reaching above and below shoulder level, ascending or descending a ladder, climbing stairs, driving cars, repetitive motion of the hands/fingers (e.g., keyboarding, turning pages), fine manipulation with fingers, grasping with hand, gripping, lifting/carrying more 50 pounds, pushing/pulling more than 50 pounds, balancing on slippery surfaces, balancing on uneven surfaces, seeing objects at a distance, using depth perception, distinguishing colors, seeing close work (e.g., typed print), hearing conversations or sounds, hearing via radio or telephone, communicating through speech, distinguishing odors by smell, and communicating by writing/reading.
• The work environment requirements of this position include: exposure to inclement weather, exposure to cold water, work in confined areas, exposure to dust/fumes, exposure to hazardous equipment, exposure to electrical outlets, work at heights up to and over 25 feet, work around moving machinery, work on and off moving equipment, work on slippery surfaces, and exposure to high noise levels.
• Capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Disclaimer

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION HAS BEEN WRITTEN TO INDICATE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK PERFORMED BY AN EMPLOYEE HOLDING THIS POSITION. IT IS NOT WRITTEN TO INCLUDE OR BE INTERPRETED TO INCLUDE A COMPREHENSIVE INVENTORY OF ALL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED OF THE EMPLOYEE. NOTHING IN THIS DESCRIPTION RESTRICTS MANAGEMENT’S RIGHT TO ASSIGN OR REASSIGN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OR ADD REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT ANY TIME.