MT Multi Trades Chief II

Towson University; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Up to 17 holidays

Personal and sick days

Health, life and retirement plans

Tuition remission

Salary credit for TU/USM service

2.5% raise after probation

Job summary

Towson University is seeking a MT Multi Trades Chief II to lead a team across multiple trades, ensuring reliable operation of building systems for a safe, comfortable campus environment.

The role requires extensive trade experience with at least two years in a supervisory capacity, strong knowledge of HVAC, geothermal, electrical, and plumbing systems, and the ability to train staff and coordinate projects.

Qualifications

• Five years progressively responsible experience in the trade(s) where assigned; at least two years in lead or supervisory capacity.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations related to the trade area.
• Proficiency in electronics, hydraulics, geothermal heating/cooling, HVAC equipment, and mechanics used in maintenance.
• Ability to read, interpret blueprints, schematics, drawings, and specifications.
• Ability to lead and train skilled and unskilled staff; prepare summaries and reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in multiple trades and supervise others to ensure project completion.
• Direct, train, and coordinate maintenance mechanics for operation, maintenance, and repair of building systems.
• Manage building automation and control systems; mentor staff in operation and troubleshooting.
• Schedule work and coordinate with in-house staff and external contractors for maintenance and upgrades.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Blueprint reading

System troubleshooting

HVAC systems knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Job Description

Job Summary

Towson University (TU) has earned distinction as both a top-100 public university and one of the nation's great colleges to work for. Located north of Baltimore, TU currently enrolls over 20,000 students and is the second-largest university in the prestigious University System of Maryland. Towson University fosters a climate that is grounded in respect to cultivating the intellectual and personal growth of the entire university community.

The MT Multi Trades Chief II functions as a leader of a team involved in multi trades work.

Responsibilities and Duties

Performs as a working member of the team with expertise in more than one trade, provides guidance and instruction or supervision to others, and has responsibility for project completion. Work at this level is typically associated with leading journey level work in a combination of structural trades and lower graded mechanical trades.

Maintains the integrity and reliability of building operating systems, ensuring campus assets function efficiently while providing a safe and comfortable environment for building occupants. The role directs, supervises, and trains a team of maintenance mechanics responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of building systems.

Demonstrates proficiency in the campus automated building control and logic systems, including the ability to train and mentor staff in system operation, troubleshooting, scheduling, and response procedures. They are expected to possess a comprehensive understanding of the automated building systems within their assigned facilities and ensure their team is capable of effectively managing and operating those systems.

Schedules and coordinates work performed by both in-house personnel and external contractors for maintenance, repairs, renovations, and capital improvement projects. Duties encompass project planning and design, workforce assignment, procurement of materials and equipment, code compliance, quality assurance, and the integration of new systems with existing building infrastructure.

Accountable for overseeing all activities necessary to ensure the uninterrupted operation, reliability, and performance of building systems and components, including HVAC, geothermal, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and building automation systems. The role supports operational excellence through proactive maintenance, effective resource management, and continuous development of maintenance staff.

Qualifications and Skills

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED.

Five years progressively responsible experience in the trade(s) where assigned to include at least two years in a lead or supervisory capacity.

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Comprehensive knowledge of and skill in the methods and techniques of the assigned trade where assigned; of the OSHA regulations related to the trade area. Thorough knowledge of and skill in the practical application of electronics, hydraulics, operation of geothermal heating and cooling, HVAC equipment, and mechanics as used in maintenance work; of basic mathematics including area, volume, weights and the practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions; of the care and storage of equipment and supplies used in the area where assigned. General knowledge of the principles of supervision in the maintenance trades. Skill in the use and maintenance of the tools and equipment of the trade where assigned. Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, schematics, drawings, and specifications; to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to lead and train skilled and unskilled employees in assigned trade(s) work; to prepare summaries and reports; to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery; to work from ladders and scaffolding; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools, and supplies and/or exert force up to 70 lbs.; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on machinery and equipment; to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.

Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. A non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license valid in the State of Maryland is required. Employees in this job class may be required to be trained to work with asbestos. Employees in this job class assigned to work with equipment containing CFC refrigerants must achieve and maintain valid certification in accordance with federal law.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in Higher Education setting.

Salary and Benefits

$51,069 annually and full University benefits that includes annual leave, up to 17 holidays, personal and sick days; excellent health, life, and retirement plans; and tuition remission. Applicants with TU or USM service may receive salary credit. When applicable, a 2.5% increase may be added to the annual salary, pending successful completion of the initial six-month probationary period, for this position. To learn more about our benefits, please click here . TU also offers a variety of great perks and discounts, which can be found here .

• annual leave
• up to 17 holidays
• personal and sick days
• excellent health, life, and retirement plans
• tuition remission
• salary credit for TU or USM service
• 2.5% increase may be added to the annual salary (pending successful completion of the initial six-month probationary period)

This position will be open for a minimum of 14 days.

Organization

Operations

Primary Location

Main Campus

Job Posting

Oct 6, 2026

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