Lab Facilities Maintenance Aide II — On Site

University of Maryland; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland, through IBBR, seeks a maintenance worker to perform semi-skilled repairs in diverse lab environments including greenhouse, mass spectrometry, NMR, and vivarium facilities on-site at Rockville. You will support senior staff, complete maintenance tasks, and help with inspections and logistics.

Requirements include two years of related work experience, knowledge of building maintenance, and the ability to work at heights up to 35 feet while wearing PPE.

Qualifications

• Two years related work experience in the trade where assigned.
• Knowledge of building construction or maintenance and repair practices.
• Safety practices and procedures related to the trade.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions; complete logs and simple reports.
• Ability to work at heights up to 35 feet; handle heavy equipment up to 70 lbs.
• Willingness to wear PPE and work in hazardous environments.

Responsibilities

• Performs minor repairs and maintenance in IBBR labs, including greenhouse and plant transformation facility.
• Supports maintenance staff with projects and work orders.
• Completes routine reports and updates the electronic work ticket system.
• Conducts inspections of lab systems and equipment; reports deficiencies.
• Assists Shop Keeper with shipping and receiving of lab equipment.

Skills

Maintenance & repair practices

Safety procedures

Use of tools

Reading logs & work orders

Working at heights

Heavy equipment handling

Education

30 college credits equivalent to one year of experience

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

The University of Maryland, through IBBR, seeks a maintenance worker to perform semi-skilled repairs in diverse lab environments including greenhouse, mass spectrometry, NMR, and vivarium facilities on-site at Rockville. You will support senior staff, complete maintenance tasks, and help with inspections and logistics.

Requirements include two years of related work experience, knowledge of building maintenance, and the ability to work at heights up to 35 feet while wearing PPE.