Facilities Technician (MAINTENANCE CHIEF II, Non-Licensed)

Introduction

The Maryland Historical Trust (MHT), an agency of the Maryland Department of Planning, is\r\nseeking to hire a full time Facilities Technician for Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum (JPPM).\r\nLocated on 560 scenic acres along the Patuxent River in Calvert County, Maryland, JPPM is\r\nhome to over 65 archaeological sites, more than 30 historic buildings and structures, and the\r\nMaryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory. JPPM supports the preservation of\r\nMaryland's cultural resources and connects people to the past through the preservation and\r\ninterpretation of our onsite historical and archaeological resources. www.jefpat.org\r\n

GRADE

STD0012

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDP - 10515 Mackall Road, Saint Leonard, MD 20685\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

Main Purpose of Job�\r\nThe Facilities Technician provides facility and grounds maintenance and custodial\r\nservices for Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum (JPPM). The position performs\r\nmaintenance and repairs on buildings, grounds, tools, equipment, vehicles, and tractors.\r\nIt also provides custodial services for office areas, public buildings, restrooms, and\r\npicnic areas and undertakes daily equipment readings and performs scheduled\r\npreventative maintenance. The Facilities Technician will provide set-up and support for\r\npublic events, private rentals, and monitor facilities during daily operations, rentals, and\r\nevents to ensure that JPPM policies are being followed as well as monitor facilities to\r\nensure the safety and security of the site. This position provides facility-wide support in\r\nall areas mentioned above in order to allow the JPPM staff an adequate and safe\r\nworking environment in which to meet the mission of MDP and JPPM. Work hours will\r\ninclude some evenings, weekends, and holidays.\r\n\r\n\r\nPosition Duties�\r\n\r\nBuilding Maintenance�\r\n\r\n\r\n Performs and supports routine building maintenance and repair, including electrical,\r\n mechanical, plumbing, minor structural, interior, and decorative work. Inspects\r\n buildings, identifies needs, and assists in updating maintenance plans.�\r\n Inspects safety equipment to ensure proper operation.�\r\n\r\nVehicle & Equipment Maintenance�\r\n\r\n Ensures all JPPM vehicles and equipment—including portable units such as\r\n generators—are maintained according to schedule and that required paperwork is\r\n submitted to appropriate agencies. Inspects and performs preventative maintenance\r\n on vehicles and equipment and prepares them for seasonal changes.�\r\n Develops and updates maintenance schedules in consultation with the supervisor.�\r\n\r\nMechanical Systems Maintenance\r\n\r\n\r\n Assists in coordinating maintenance for mechanical equipment across JPPM, including\r\n development and revision of equipment maintenance schedules.�\r\n Conducts inspections, preventative maintenance, and scheduled checks of all installed\r\n equipment. Performs daily condition checks, adjustments, and repairs. Determines\r\n frequency and replaces intake air filters as needed.�\r\n Manages temperature, humidity, and hot water settings using Building Automation\r\n Systems (BAS).�\r\n\r\nGrounds Maintenance�\r\n\r\n\r\n Inspects grounds to ensure safety and security standards are met. Assists in developing\r\n and updating grounds maintenance schedules.�\r\n Maintains site appearance through mowing, trimming, clearing, and general grounds\r\n care. Ensures trails remain clear, safe, and accessible. Removes downed or hazardous\r\n limbs and trees to ensure visitor and staff safety.�\r\n\r\nEvent Monitoring & Facility Support�\r\n\r\n\r\n When scheduled, monitors events in the Patterson Center, Pavilion, MAC Meeting\r\n Room, and other venues during rentals. Performs related maintenance and custodial\r\n duties; ensures spaces are prepared, monitored, and secured.�\r\n Provides information and assistance to renters and ensures compliance with rental\r\n agreements, including event end times and required cleanup.�\r\n Represents JPPM to the public when supervisors are not on-site.�\r\n\r\nSecurity, Safety & Communication�\r\n\r\n\r\n Maintains clear communication with museum personnel and completes required logs,\r\n reports, and documentation.�\r\n Secures gates and buildings at the end of the day. Patrols the site, identifies unsafe or\r\n illegal activity, and addresses situations safely.�\r\n Monitors maintenance and security-related computer systems. Responds to alarms and\r\n takes appropriate action. Serves as first responder to building system alerts, security\r\n alarms, and fire alarms, assessing situations and notifying proper authorities.�\r\n Provides first aid and CPR when needed and contacts emergency personnel as\r\n appropriate. Interacts with law enforcement, DNR Police, firefighters, and rescue\r\n personnel.\r\n\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or GED\r\n\r\nExperience: Three years of experience in the building maintenance or building construction trades including two years of experience assigning, reviewing and approving the work of other building maintenance or building construction workers\r\n\r\n\r\nNotes:\r\n1. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a\r\nmotor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle\r\noperator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants�who possess the following preferred qualification(s).�Include clear and specific information on your application regarding�your qualifications.\r\n\r\n One year of experience in customer service or retail.�\r\n One year of experience in supporting private or public event planning, management, or execution that includes customer or stakeholder engagement.\r\n \r\n\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.�We will not consider information submitted after this date.�Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the�eligible (employment) list for at least one year.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online,�the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to:�Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and�Examination Division, 301 W. Preston St., Baltimore, MD 21201.�Paper application materials must be received in our office�by the�closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.\r\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the�DBM Recruitment and�Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov�or 410-767-4850,�MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.\r\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r\nPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r\n