Cecil County Government
Position Summary
Performs maintenance on County buildings, equipment, and systems, including electric, plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, carpentry, and refrigeration. Assumes responsibility for short-term projects or reoccurring work.
Position Responsibilities
Maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems.
Inspects, installs, relocates, and performs preventive maintenance to systems and/or equipment.
Oversees short-term projects (2-4 weeks in length); to include ordering of supplies and equipment, assembling procured items and temporarily supervising others.
Responsible for on-going/re-occurring work (ex. grounds maintenance, snow removal, warehouse management or equipment/tool repairs); may include temporarily supervising others.
Identifies and coordinates repairs by 3rd party vendors and submits reports in a timely manner.
Interprets schematics and blueprints as required.
Orders supplies and equipment. Moves equipment and furniture as directed.
Receives, reviews, summarizes, and closes work orders in a timely manner.
Performs landscaping and snow removal duties; maintains snow removal equipment.
Fabricates parts and components as necessary.
Works alongside and reviews progress of Maintenance Mechanics, Maintenance Workers, and Laborers.
Performs weekend rounds and assesses County facilities.
Attends training and team meetings, as required.
Minimum Qualification Requirements Education High School Diploma or G.E.D. Experience Minimum of three (3) years' experience in building maintenance, including experience in maintenance and repair of various heating, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems. *An interested candidate with an equivalent combination of education and experience as listed above may be considered. Certificate(s) and/or License(s) Possession of a valid Class "C" non-commercial driver's license.
DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate
CDL preferred, but not required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to diagnose and repair heating, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, other systems, and equipment.
Ability to use and maintain equipment, including a variety of power and non-power equipment.
Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair refrigeration, air conditioning, and heating systems with an electrical multi-meter.
Ability to perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and adjustments to assigned building fixtures, systems, tools, equipment, and/or machinery.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions, including work orders (digital and hard copy) and operating manuals.
Ability to work effectively with others.
Ability to operate various trucks, including dump and plow, and other motor vehicles as required.
Ability to establish installation and repair priorities.
Ability to maintain records and complete written reports.
Knowledge of computer operations, including Microsoft Office and other related software.
Ability to read, interpret, and communicate drawings, schematics, specifications, and blueprints.
Miscellaneous Position Information Working Conditions & Physical Requirements This role requires frequent physical effort and occasional strenuous effort, including walking extensively, climbing stairs, working in a stooped position for a long period of time, sitting or standing for extended periods of time, lifting or handling moderately heavy equipment or materials, and/or shoveling snow for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift 100 pounds assisted on a regular basis. The work environment involves risks or discomforts, which require special safety precautions, such as working around moving parts or machinery. Employees may require protective equipment including but not limited to boots, goggles, gloves, or shields. Working in extreme weather conditions, such as rain, heat, and cold is required. Must be willing and able to work in areas with no heat or cooling. Work is normally performed Monday through Friday during normal business hours. However, it may require alternate work hours 24 hours a day, seven (7) days a week. Individuals appointed or promoted to a position in this class will be required to serve a minimum probationary period of six (6) months. Performance will be carefully evaluated during the probationary period. Continuation in this class will be contingent upon successful completion of the probationary period. Conditions of Employment Prior to appointment, employees may be subject to pre-employment medical history review and drug testing, extensive background investigation (which may require CJIS and NCIS clearance), including but not limited to reference checking, and driving history, and an evaluation of training or experience.
Employees in this classification are essential as defined by the County's Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual and are required to report to work during inclement weather or other designated emergencies.
Benefits (*Not all positions may be eligible for these programs.) Why work for Cecil County Government? As an employer of choice, Cecil County Government understands the importance of family. Our family-friendly policies offer the support and flexibility you need at work and at home. Among the many benefits of working for Cecil County Government, we provide: Our generous leave package for permanent full-time County employees includes 12 to 27 days of annual (vacation) leave per year worked, depending on seniority, as well as 5 personal days each calendar year (prorated based on start date). In addition, Cecil County Government offers 11 paid holidays and 15 days of sick leave per year. Although more limited, Cecil County Government offers other forms of paid time off to a majority of our contractual and part-time staff. Our leave policies also adhere to the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). When you come to work for Cecil County Government, as a permanent County employee or eligible contractual employee, you and your eligible dependents may enroll in our medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage. Permanent classified employees are required to participate in the Maryland State Retirement and Pension Plan, a contributory defined benefit pension plan in which they are vested after ten years. There is a mandatory pre-tax 7% contribution. Public Safety employees are required to participate in the Cecil County Public Safety Pension Plan. There is a mandatory pre-tax 8% contribution. Employees may also participate in a Supplemental Retirement 457B Deferred Compensation Plan with a County match of $500 annually. We understand that finding the right balance between home and career is a challenge and may offer the following programs: flexible work arrangements/compressed schedule and telework/remote office opportunities. This position description is representative of the general and most important components of this role and does not characterize every aspect of the job; other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as warranted and deemed appropriate. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $ $26.24 per hour Benefits: Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance Work Location: In person
Inspects, installs, relocates, and performs preventive maintenance to systems and/or equipment.
Oversees short-term projects (2-4 weeks in length); to include ordering of supplies and equipment, assembling procured items and temporarily supervising others.
Responsible for on-going/re-occurring work (ex. grounds maintenance, snow removal, warehouse management or equipment/tool repairs); may include temporarily supervising others.
Identifies and coordinates repairs by 3rd party vendors and submits reports in a timely manner.
Interprets schematics and blueprints as required.
Orders supplies and equipment. Moves equipment and furniture as directed.
Receives, reviews, summarizes, and closes work orders in a timely manner.
Performs landscaping and snow removal duties; maintains snow removal equipment.
Fabricates parts and components as necessary.
Works alongside and reviews progress of Maintenance Mechanics, Maintenance Workers, and Laborers.
Performs weekend rounds and assesses County facilities.
Attends training and team meetings, as required.
Minimum Qualification Requirements Education High School Diploma or G.E.D. Experience Minimum of three (3) years' experience in building maintenance, including experience in maintenance and repair of various heating, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems. *An interested candidate with an equivalent combination of education and experience as listed above may be considered. Certificate(s) and/or License(s) Possession of a valid Class "C" non-commercial driver's license.
DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate
CDL preferred, but not required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to diagnose and repair heating, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, other systems, and equipment.
Ability to use and maintain equipment, including a variety of power and non-power equipment.
Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair refrigeration, air conditioning, and heating systems with an electrical multi-meter.
Ability to perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and adjustments to assigned building fixtures, systems, tools, equipment, and/or machinery.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions, including work orders (digital and hard copy) and operating manuals.
Ability to work effectively with others.
Ability to operate various trucks, including dump and plow, and other motor vehicles as required.
Ability to establish installation and repair priorities.
Ability to maintain records and complete written reports.
Knowledge of computer operations, including Microsoft Office and other related software.
Ability to read, interpret, and communicate drawings, schematics, specifications, and blueprints.
Miscellaneous Position Information Working Conditions & Physical Requirements This role requires frequent physical effort and occasional strenuous effort, including walking extensively, climbing stairs, working in a stooped position for a long period of time, sitting or standing for extended periods of time, lifting or handling moderately heavy equipment or materials, and/or shoveling snow for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift 100 pounds assisted on a regular basis. The work environment involves risks or discomforts, which require special safety precautions, such as working around moving parts or machinery. Employees may require protective equipment including but not limited to boots, goggles, gloves, or shields. Working in extreme weather conditions, such as rain, heat, and cold is required. Must be willing and able to work in areas with no heat or cooling. Work is normally performed Monday through Friday during normal business hours. However, it may require alternate work hours 24 hours a day, seven (7) days a week. Individuals appointed or promoted to a position in this class will be required to serve a minimum probationary period of six (6) months. Performance will be carefully evaluated during the probationary period. Continuation in this class will be contingent upon successful completion of the probationary period. Conditions of Employment Prior to appointment, employees may be subject to pre-employment medical history review and drug testing, extensive background investigation (which may require CJIS and NCIS clearance), including but not limited to reference checking, and driving history, and an evaluation of training or experience.
Employees in this classification are essential as defined by the County's Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual and are required to report to work during inclement weather or other designated emergencies.
Benefits (*Not all positions may be eligible for these programs.) Why work for Cecil County Government? As an employer of choice, Cecil County Government understands the importance of family. Our family-friendly policies offer the support and flexibility you need at work and at home. Among the many benefits of working for Cecil County Government, we provide: Our generous leave package for permanent full-time County employees includes 12 to 27 days of annual (vacation) leave per year worked, depending on seniority, as well as 5 personal days each calendar year (prorated based on start date). In addition, Cecil County Government offers 11 paid holidays and 15 days of sick leave per year. Although more limited, Cecil County Government offers other forms of paid time off to a majority of our contractual and part-time staff. Our leave policies also adhere to the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). When you come to work for Cecil County Government, as a permanent County employee or eligible contractual employee, you and your eligible dependents may enroll in our medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage. Permanent classified employees are required to participate in the Maryland State Retirement and Pension Plan, a contributory defined benefit pension plan in which they are vested after ten years. There is a mandatory pre-tax 7% contribution. Public Safety employees are required to participate in the Cecil County Public Safety Pension Plan. There is a mandatory pre-tax 8% contribution. Employees may also participate in a Supplemental Retirement 457B Deferred Compensation Plan with a County match of $500 annually. We understand that finding the right balance between home and career is a challenge and may offer the following programs: flexible work arrangements/compressed schedule and telework/remote office opportunities. This position description is representative of the general and most important components of this role and does not characterize every aspect of the job; other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as warranted and deemed appropriate. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $ $26.24 per hour Benefits: Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance Work Location: In person