SKILLED TRADES SPECIALIST IV *REPOST*

State of Maryland; Maryland; Presencial; USD 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) seeks a Skilled Trades Specialist IV to ensure uninterrupted operation of the Alfred D. Noyes Children’s Center. Responsibilities include HVAC, plumbing, electrical, painting, carpentry, and grounds maintenance.

The role covers installation, repairs, preventative maintenance, and minor renovations, with duties extending to safety inspections and standard facility operations. Second shift is required: 10:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5 years of skilled trade experience in plumbing, carpentry, electrical, HVAC, painting or welding.
• State of Maryland driver’s license may be required and professional licenses for trades as applicable.

Responsabilidades

• Perform maintenance and repairs on building systems to ensure facility operation.
• Install, repair and maintain plumbing systems.
• Repair and maintain electrical equipment and fixtures.
• Perform grounds maintenance and snow removal as needed.
• Complete preventive maintenance and safety inspections.
• Maintain records and respond to facility-related emergencies and weather events.

Conocimientos

HVAC

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Painting

Grounds maintenance

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

Introduction

GRADE

ASTD15

LOCATION OF POSITION

DJS- Alfred D. Noyes Children Center

Facilities Maintenance

9925 Blackwell Rd.

Rockville, MD 20850

Main Purpose of Job

Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS!

The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives, creating safer communities, and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the role of the Skilled Trades Specialist IV, so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS! This position is responsible for the daily-uninterrupted operation of the Alfred D. Noyes Children’s Center and handles maintenance duties such as HVAC, lighting, plumbing, and preventative maintenance. The Skilled Trades Specialist IV may also handle new construction, installations, alterations, renovations, painting, and repairs of facility equipment, electrical work and grounds maintenance/snow removal in order to maintain the facility.

This position requires the incumbent to work second shift, 10:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

POSITION DUTIES

• Performing maintenance and repairs for all building systems to maintain the facility.
• Installing, repairing and maintaining plumbing systems.
• Performing maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment and fixtures.
• Performs road repair and walkways.
• Applying plaster to walls and ceilings, repairing damaged surfaces and performing concrete work on various structures.
• Prepares interior and exterior surfaces for painting.
• Operates central air conditioning plants and equipment, conducts safety inspections of boilers and provides oversight to the cleaning, repair and maintenance of furnaces and boilers.
• Providing year-round outside grounds maintenance for DJS facilities to maintain a safe and properly manicured property
• Assisting in the relocation of furniture and other equipment necessary to provide the proper environment of occupants at various buildings.
• Carries out repairs to buildings as a Skilled Trades Specialist IV. Exhibits the ability to interpret and analyze specific instructions provided by the supervising Maintenance Supervisor IV for minor repairs.
• Performs the Preventive Maintenance plan as instructed for the facility plant operation in accordance with all required repairs.
• Performs all responsibilities assigned by the supervising Maintenance Supervisor IV; exhibits skills necessary to operate all maintenance tools.
• Performs emergency repairs.
• Performs functions as related to Logistics Control.
• Performs proper operation of all State owned vehicles and ground equipment in accordance with all DJS policies.
• Daily record keeping to ensure compliance with DJS and ACA standards.
• Responds to the facility when instructed to complete repairs and for weather related facility operations.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Five years of experience performing skilled trade work in plumbing, carpentry, electrical, HVAC, locksmith, masonry, painting, or welding work.

Note

• Candidates may substitute additional years of experience for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher, as a non-commissioned officer in utilities classifications or mechanical maintenance management specialty codes in utility systems repair, on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

Desired Or Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in grounds maintenance
• Experience overseeing a complex repair or renovation project by ensure that the work met safety codes and state regulations, stayed on budget, and was completed on time.
• Experience staying current with changes in building codes, OSHA standards, and trade-specific regulations.
• Experience mentoring or supervising lower-level technicians.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
• Employees in this classification who perform electrical work and are assigned to facilities that mandate licensed electricians must possess a current license as a Master Electrician or other appropriate electrician license from a local board or from the Maryland State Board of Master Electricians, 500 N. Calvert Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202-3651.
• Employees in this classification who perform work as a plumber must possess a Maryland Journeyman/Gas Fitter License.

DJS is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace. Specifically, we value diverse experiences regarding the educational background and justice system contact.

DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.

Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome to apply for all recruitments.

Candidates with lived experience relating to the criminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to apply.

We welcome experienced professionals transitioning from federal service to explore rewarding career opportunities.