General Maintenance Mechanic, 2nd Shift

Baltimore County Public Schools; Middle River (MD); On-site; USD 47,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

403(b)/457 retirement plans

Job summary

Baltimore County Public Schools is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform carpentry, painting, roofing and related repairs across school facilities. Responsibilities include preparing surfaces, installing finishes, and ensuring safe, compliant operations within buildings and equipment.

The role requires a high school diploma and at least three years of professional maintenance experience, plus a Maryland driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least three years of professional maintenance and/or construction experience.
• Valid Maryland Class C driver’s license required; CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs carpentry, drywall, painting, roofing, and related building repairs.
• Maintains surfaces, prepares for finishes, and refinishes as needed.
• Operates county vehicles to transport materials and assist in snow removal.
• Communicates with faculty and administrators and ensures safety compliance.

Skills

Building maintenance

Tool handling

Communication

English language

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Three years maintenance/construction experience

Tools

Basic hand and power tools

Job description

Job Description

Under general supervision performs a variety of skilled, semi-skilled, and manual labor tasks in the general maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment. Tasks include but not limited to: carpentry, painting, masonry, glazier, roofing, flooring and repair of buildings, offices, and related facilities.

Responsibilities

• Performs various carpentry work. Installs, removes, and repairs drywall. Repairs walls using spackling, paint, and tape. Installs trim and molding. Removes and replaces air conditioning units. Repairs and replaces doors, door hardware, cabinets, casework, handrails, ramps, decks, bleachers, gutters, downspouts, and building fixtures and components. Repairs and replaces lavatory stall hardware and panels. Repairs and replaces caulking, sealants, chalkboards, tack boards, map rails, and instructional boards.
• Prepares wood, metal, plaster, drywall, plastic, steel, and other surfaces for painting. Patches and points-up cracked or otherwise damaged surfaces including plaster and gypsum board.Applies spackling and caulk. Cleans and removes old paint from surfaces. Selects and mixes appropriate paints and thinners to obtain the desired color and consistency for a given surface. Applies paint by using a brush, roller, and spray gun. Applies glazes, shellacs, and varnishes. Refinishes the surfaces of furniture and floors.
• Installs, replaces, and repairs roofs in various buildings. Investigates reports of roof leaks and other roofing system problems. Completes installation of roofing systems for small areas of roofs.Performs repairs on fascia systems, pitch pockets, flashing systems, and expansion joints.
• Selects the appropriate type and thickness of glass for the project. Removes glazing beads, putty, retaining strips, and broken glass from window frames. Cleans and prepares surfaces for glass installation. Smooths and polishes glass edges using a sander. Measures and cuts new glass.Fastens glass into the sash. Spreads and smooths new putty using a putty knife to seal the window. Seals the window with a glazing compound. Paints trim.
• Prepares area for tiles and/or carpet by cutting and fitting sub-floors or ceilings, furring strips, and shimming as necessary. Selects and applies suitable cement, mastic, or adhesive. Lays out floors or ceiling patterns. Sets tiles and/or carpet in desired pattern, cutting and fitting tiles/carpet around irregular surfaces as required. Installs and repairs tile floors and/or walls including quarry tile, mixes mortar, lays bricks and stones and/or concrete sidewalks and makes and repairs steps.
• Plans work to ensure efficient use of materials and supplies and to present a professional product conforming to quality standards. Measures area and determines materials and supplies required to complete job. Loads and unloads job materials, tools, and equipment. Drives and operates various county vehicles and equipment to transport various materials, tools, and equipment. Cleans and restocks vehicles for the purpose of ensuring the availability or materials required at the jobsite. Participates in snow removal program for the purpose of ensuring safe and orderly work and school environments.
• Works independently to complete assignments. Troubleshoots and resolves building maintenance problems. Cleans and maintains tools and worksites. Records and maintains accurate records of work performed, time, and materials. Ensures work adheres to all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations. Performs and completes necessary repairs to all building components and existing structures.
• Communicates appropriately and frequently with faculty, school administrators, supervisor/ manager(s) and other employees.
• Follows all safety procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training And Experience

• Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent.
• Three years of professional maintenance and/or construction experience.

Licenses And Certificates

• Possession of a valid class C Maryland driver's license or an equivalent.
• Maryland Commercial driver’s license (CDL) or an equivalent is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of building maintenance and construction. Knowledge of the use and care tools, materials, and equipment. Knowledge of the English language.
• Skill in preparing surfaces and sites for various general maintenance tasks. Skill in building maintenance and construction work. Skill in the operation of automobiles, light trucks, and vans.
• Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to maintain records of work performed. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve building maintenance problems.

Physical And Environmental Conditions

• The work of this class entails heavy physical labor including frequent walking, standing, kneeling, reaching, bending, digging, lifting, and carrying objects of moderate to heavy weight, ascending/descending ladders, scaffolds, stairs and the use of tools and equipment.
• Works in confined spaces in proximity to loud machinery, frequently requires accessing and positioning oneself to reach limited access spaces including but not limited to crawl spaces, roofs, trenches, pits, manholes, attics, and tunnels.
• Recognizes exposure to live circuits and/or operating machinery in adverse weather conditions and travel to sites throughout Baltimore County.

Conditions Of Employment

Persons appointed to this classification are designated as Essential Personnel and are required to work when schools and/or offices are closed during adverse weather conditions or any other emergency.

• In addition to working the assigned work schedule, persons appointed to this class work scheduled overtime and must be available for emergency overtime when the need arises by responding to overtime calls before and after standard scheduled hours of work.
• Persons appointed to this class may be requested to work an alternative schedule or shift temporarily as designated by supervisor.
• Persons appointed to this class are designated as essential personnel and as such may be required to work during emergency events.
• License to drive in the State of Maryland and the ability to drive a pickup truck or van is required.
• License(s) if/when required for this position are subject to verification and must be maintained in good and active standing during the duration of employment without lapse. Lapse or void in valid/active licensure may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.
• Some positions in 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.

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

Grade

Grade 07 - 12 Month AFSCME Pay Scale

Salary

$22.42 - $33.86 (Hourly Base Pay Scale for All Employees Represented by AFSCME, 2026-2027 Effective July 1, 2026) Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at www.bcps.org/operations/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 Status

Non-Exempt

Pre-Employment Requirements

• All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.
• 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 will be required upon hire and must be sent via escript/clearinghouse from your university.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits and Retirement Orientation meeting.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Contact Information

Office of Staffing & Licensure

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions.It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

About Us

Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) is the 22ndlargest school district in the nation and the 3rdlargest in Maryland with over 21,000 employees supporting over 111,000 students. BCPS has 26 Maryland Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence and 23 National Blue Ribbon schools, 32 magnet schools and 116 magnet programs. Baltimore County Public Schools is seeking highly effective employees that will inspire, support, and prepare our students for a successful future. BCPSworks toembraceall stakeholders,engagethem in authentic collaboration andempowerthem to be a part of positive change, so our students, staff, and system will excel. We hope you will join our dynamic community!