Maintenance Aide I: Grounds, Repairs & Building Support

University of Maryland, Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Maryland, Baltimore is seeking a Part Time Contractual Maintenance Aide I to support building construction and maintenance under direct supervision using standard procedures and tools. The role involves assisting with simple repairs, cleaning, and basic upkeep of facilities.

Responsibilities include inspecting components, assisting with painting prep, grounds work, snow/ice removal, and logging status reports.

Qualifications

• One year related work experience is required.
• 30 college credits may substitute for one year of experience.
• Basic knowledge of maintenance and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Functions as an unskilled helper to maintenance mechanics and trades personnel.
• Inspects building components per prescribed schedules and instructions.
• Assists in preparing walls, ceilings, floors, and surfaces and applies finishes.
• Performs simple repairs such as changing filters and light bulbs and cleaning lines.
• Assists in grounds maintenance and patching cracks on surfaces.
• Performs snow and ice removal and applies salt/de-icers.
• Completes simple reports reflecting status of maintenance projects.
• Operates and maintains tools and cleans work area after project.

Skills

Maintenance basics

Instruction following

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Heavy lifting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

30 college credits substitute

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

The University of Maryland, Baltimore is seeking a Part Time Contractual Maintenance Aide I to support building construction and maintenance under direct supervision using standard procedures and tools. The role involves assisting with simple repairs, cleaning, and basic upkeep of facilities.

Responsibilities include inspecting components, assisting with painting prep, grounds work, snow/ice removal, and logging status reports.