FACILITIES MANAGEMENT TECHNICIAN (Skilled Trades Specialist II)

Introduction

\r\n\r\nThe Maryland Department of General Services (DGS)\r\nsupports State and local government agencies, as well as local non-profit\r\norganizations and the citizens of Maryland, by providing facilities management,\r\nreal estate and surplus property services, as well as security and law\r\nenforcement for State buildings. DGS is also responsible for a full spectrum of\r\nfacilities engineering, design and construction services, almost $1 billion in\r\nannual contract administration, and overseeing the State procurement process. Here\r\nat DGS, we truly Do Great Service… Consider joining our team!��\r\n\r\n�\r\n\r\n

GRADE

ASTD12\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

Office of Facilities Management\r\n191 E. Jefferson Street\r\nRockville, MD 20850\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

This position is the front-line employee responsible for the safe and efficient operation of\r\nessential State office buildings operated by the Department of General Services. The position\r\nperforms the daily work necessary to ensure the proper functioning of all building systems and\r\nequipment found in office buildings, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing and any other\r\nsystems required for the safe and effective operation of modern office structures. The position\r\nreports to a building manager and works in collaboration with other building technicians.\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

Duties for this position include but are not limited to:\r\n- Ensure proper functioning of building systems and equipment. Operate\r\nHVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety and other critical components within\r\ndesign parameters. Keep buildings and courthouses open at all times for the\r\ntransaction of essential State business.��\r\n- Use Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to monitor\r\nequipment. Identify potential issues using handheld temperature, vibration and\r\nsonic sensing tools, and verify readings are properly uploaded into CMMS\r\ndatabase. Access CMMS records to help with diagnosing and troubleshooting\r\nequipment malfunctions.\r\n- Complete tasks assigned via CMMS work orders. Respond to requests for\r\nbuilding repairs. Restore equipment to proper operation. Identify need for\r\nadditional building trades support and communicate with building manager for\r\nauthorization to obtain assistance. Coordinate with contractors to perform work\r\nrequiring outside expertise.� �\r\n- Complete preventive maintenance tasks on building equipment. Replace\r\nfilters, belts, hoses and other consumables. Inspect building components to\r\nidentify potential issues and prevent emergency repairs. Track maintenance\r\nschedules and ensure work is done to industry standards.\r\n-�Perform other building maintenance and trades work as assigned.\r\nThis may include but is not limited to repair and replacement of fixtures,\r\nhardware, lighting, ceiling tiles and floor coverings; operation and\r\nmaintenance of motorized and electrical equipment and tools; grounds\r\nmaintenance tasks such as mowing grass, clearing sidewalks and parking lots;\r\ncontainment of hazardous spills and leaks to prevent injury and damage; and\r\nother tasks to keep buildings in top shape.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency \r\ncertificate. \r\nExperience: Three years of experience performing skilled trade work in plumbing, carpentry, electrical, HVAC, locksmith, masonry, painting, or welding work. \r\n*See Special Requirements\r\nsection for motor vehicle operator’s license requirement.*\r\nNote: \r\n1. Candidates may substitute additional years of experience for the required education on a year-for-year basis. \r\n2. 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. \r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Strong preference will be given to applicants who possess the\r\nfollowing�preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific\r\ninformation on your application regarding all qualifications.\r\n- Skilled trades experience in a commercial building setting.�\r\n- Professional training, union certification or completion of a\r\ncertified/accredited training program in a skilled trade, apprenticeship\r\nprogram, or vocational school is preferred.\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. 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. \r\n2. 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. \r\n3. Employees in this classification who perform work as a plumber must possess a Maryland Journeyman/Gas Fitter License. \r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

A motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland is\r\nrequired for this position.\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on\r\nyour application.��Please include all experience and education that\r\nis related to this position.� All information concerning your\r\nqualifications must be submitted by the closing date;�information\r\nsubmitted after the closing date will not be considered.�Credit is given\r\nfor relevant part-time, temporary or volunteer experience based on the number\r\nof hours worked per week;�you must include the time spent on such\r\nactivities on your application.\r\n\r\nNote that for any position requiring a college degree or college credit,\r\nyou will be required to submit a college transcript prior to being offered a\r\nposition.��You may submit your transcript as part of the application\r\nprocess.\r\n\r\nThe examination for this position will consist of a rating of your\r\neducation, training and experience related to the requirements of the\r\nposition.��Successful candidates will be placed on the employment\r\neligibility list categorized as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED, or\r\nQUALIFIED.� The eligibility list will be valid for one year and may be\r\nextended.� The list will be used by the hiring authority to select\r\nemployees for interviews.��Eligible\r\nlists may be used to fill future vacancies of the same classification.\r\n\r\nPlease note, selected candidates may be required to complete and\r\nsuccessfully pass a State and Federal fingerprint background check prior to\r\nbeing hired.\r\n\r\nYou must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform\r\nand Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply.\r\n

BENEFITS

The State of Maryland offers a generous benefits package that includes:\r\n- Tuition reimbursement, if funding is available, for those\r\nwho qualify\r\n- Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis\r\n- Generous paid leave that increases with years of service\r\n- Paid holidays\r\n- Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs\r\n- Employee & employer contributory pension plan�\r\n\r\n\r\nClick on the link below for more information.\r\n\r\n\r\nSTATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Contact�linda.wallace@maryland.gov�or\r\ncall 410-767-1386 with questions about this recruitment.��The online\r\napplication process is STRONGLY preferred.�Apply online at�dgs.maryland.gov�– Human\r\nResources > Employment > Current Openings. If\r\nyou are unable to submit your application online, please send your paper\r\napplication to: Human Resources, Dept. of General Services, 301 W. Preston St.,\r\nSuite 1311, Baltimore, MD� 21201 by the\r\nclosing date and time. TTY�Users:\r\ncall via Maryland Relay\r\n�\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting,\r\nretaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.\r\nPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We\r\nthank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r\n