Lead Maintenance Mechanic - Campus Facilities

Bowie State; Bowie (MD); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid holidays

Tuition remission

Job summary

Bowie State University is seeking a Maintenance Mechanical Lead to oversee a campus facilities team performing preventive maintenance, repairs, and minor construction tasks across buildings. You will lead, train, and support semi-skilled staff, plan and review work activities, and ensure safety and operational readiness of building systems.

The role requires strong reading of plans, use of tools, and the ability to lift heavy loads.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of related maintenance or construction experience.
• At least three (3) years of experience in a related trade area.
• Ability to perform semi-skilled maintenance and repair work independently.
• Ability to read and follow instructions, plans, and service documentation.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs and perform physically demanding work.
• Valid driver’s license (Maryland Class C or equivalent).
• EPA or environmental certifications may be required depending on assignment (e.g., CFC handling).
• Asbestos awareness or related training may be required.
• OSHA safety training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting on building systems and structural components.
• Respond to maintenance requests and resolve operational issues.
• Lead, train, and support semi-skilled and unskilled maintenance personnel.
• Assist in planning, scheduling, assigning, and reviewing work activities.
• Inspect building systems and equipment to ensure safety and operational readiness.
• Maintain adequate materials, supplies, and tools for assigned work areas.
• Prepare work logs, service records, and operational reports.
• Estimate labor, time, and materials required for assigned tasks.
• Assist skilled trades staff with repairs, renovations, and new construction work.
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment; ensure clean and safe work environments.

Skills

Team leadership

Preventive maintenance

Repair & troubleshoot

Reading plans

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

HVAC/Plumbing knowledge

Job description

Bowie State University is seeking a Maintenance Mechanical Lead to oversee a campus facilities team performing preventive maintenance, repairs, and minor construction tasks across buildings. You will lead, train, and support semi-skilled staff, plan and review work activities, and ensure safety and operational readiness of building systems.

The role requires strong reading of plans, use of tools, and the ability to lift heavy loads.