Maintenance Mechanic

Valiant Integrated Services, LLC; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

VGS is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform general maintenance and repair of equipment and buildings. The role requires practical skills across HVAC, painting, carpentry, plumbing, masonry, and electrical work, ensuring quality and customer service on site.

The candidate will work with project managers and trade Supervisors, troubleshoot equipment, and execute tasks with minimal supervision while maintaining documentation and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must be versed in current codes and standard trade practices.
• Solid understanding of maintenance, troubleshooting and repair principles.
• Experience with electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry or other building systems.

Responsibilities

• Replace electrical components, wiring, switches and motors.
• Patch holes and cracks in walls/ceilings with plaster or compounds.
• Repair or replace sinks, water coolers, and toilets.

Skills

Electrical

HVAC

Plumbing

Carpentry

Education

High School diploma / HS GED or trade certification

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic

VGS is looking for a Maintenance Mechanic to join our team. In this role you will perform general maintenance and repair of equipment and building requiring practical skill and knowledge in such trades as HVAC, painting, carpentry, plumbing, masonry, and electrical work.

Essential Duties And Responsiblities

• Replacing electrical receptacles, wires, switches, fixtures and motors.
• Using plaster or compounds to patch minor holes and cracks in walls and ceilings.
• Repairing or replacing sinks, water coolers, and toilets.
• Painting structures and equipment.
• Repairing or replacing concreate floors, steps and sidewalks.
• Replacing damaged paneling and floor tiles. Hanging doors and installing door locks.
• Replacing broken windowpanes and performing general maintenance on equipment and machinery.
• Coordinating with the Project Manager and trade supervisors on job site.
• Directly communicate with management, teammates and customers in the form of meetings, face-to-face or written communication.
• Troubleshooting equipment, performing project take-off’s and solicits quotations in support of procurement process.
• Executes scheduled and unscheduled tasks in timely manner with a strong focus on quality / customer service.
• He/she will have the ability to communicate complex communication/equipment repair.
• Will work closely with trade supervisors ensuring all records and documentation are kept up to date.
• Responding to mechanical system emergencies, determining the issue, making repair, and testing for correct operation.
• Performing regular maintenance of mechanical and other systems for proper function.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Exhibits excellent customer service/satisfaction.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to pass a basic federal background check.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

High School degree, HS/GED equivalent, applicable Trade Certifications

Required Qualifications

• Must be versed in current codes and standard trade practices.
• Should present solid fundamental understanding of maintenance, troubleshooting and repair principles.
• Working knowledge in the following areas at a minimum: electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, other building systems.
• Working knowledge of various trade hand tools, power tools, and all other applicable trade tools.
• Working knowledge of building layouts, etc.
• Must be able to work well under pressure with minimal supervision.

Desired Qualifications

• Possess and maintains in good standing, a valid Maryland-State Issued Trade's License.
• Experience in Laboratories or Medical Facilities.
• 5 years of experience is preferred.
• 2+ years of technical training or apprenticeship program is desirable.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to facilitate all physical requirements specific to this scope of work successfully.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work in a sitting position for 8 or more hours per day.
• Must be able to work in a standing position for 8 or more hours per day.
• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds on a regular basis and up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Must be able to regularly travel to / from job location by automobile (personal vehicle).
• Must be able to pass a basic level physical.

Equal Opportunity

VGS is an employer who hires in accordance with applicable state and federal law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in compliance with those laws.

EEO is The Law

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled