Howard Community College
General Maintenance Mechanic
Howard Community College, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Position Title
General Maintenance Mechanic
Position Summary Provide general maintenance to the campus building, grounds and mechanical systems to provide an environment that is comfortable, safe, healthy and conducive to teaching, learning and working.
Essential Role Responsibilities
Perform routine daily inspections and maintenance of equipment assigned.
Perform tasks in various trades assigned and scheduled by the supervisor to maintain college buildings and equipment.
Perform minor repairs, installations and replacement of electrical and plumbing equipment, appliances using necessary hand tools and testing instruments.
Perform minor carpentry, wallboard, and floor covering installation and repair.
Perform minor painting and wall covering installation and repair.
Maintain logs and other records as directed.
Act as essential personnel for emergencies.
Assist mechanics in performing preventive maintenance of equipment.
Record time and materials expended on each work order.
Assist troubleshooting and repairs to mechanical equipment.
Assist with shutdown and startup of mechanical systems.
Minimum Education Required High School or equivalent
Experience Required 1 year
Preferred Experience
Prior experience as a general maintenance mechanic, preferred.
High school diploma or equivalent.
OSHA Safety Regulations.
Other Requirements
Physical strength and stamina to perform heavy physical tasks for long periods.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Regular attendance is a requirement of this job.
Ability to make quick decisions under stress.
Performs all duties while considering the impact of any actions on the college's sustainability initiatives in the areas of environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic prosperity.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift 75 pounds 12 inches off the ground and place on a flatbed cart; lift 40 pounds from floor to overhead, and walk 10 feet carrying 45 pounds.
Ability to work from scaffolds and climb ladders.
Physical Demand Summary
Requires performing regular job functions in an environment that includes exposure to continuous physical elements or a number of disagreeable working conditions with frequent exposure to minor injuries or health hazards.
Work in extremes of noise, temperature, humidity and inclement weather.
May be subject to being on call, carrying beeper, cell phone or two-way radio, working with hazardous materials, schedule changes based on the needs of the College and long hours to complete/perform scheduled or emergency functions/projects.
Must adhere to all safety standards as established by the Plant Operations.
Work in mechanical rooms, crawl spaces and tunnels where conditions will be dirty, dusty and sometimes muddy.
Work in high places on roofs or ladders and on scaffolds.
Work in close proximity to electrical transformers and switcher with high voltage in excess of 13,000 volts.
The use of personal protective clothing and equipment.
Schedule may be subject to change.
Work schedule is 40 hours a week.
Work overtime and call-in, as requested.
Division and Department Division: Facilities Department: Facilities
Benefits Summary Howard Community College offers competitive salaries, excellent medical and dental selections, tuition reimbursement and paid leave programs. As a participating member of the Maryland Retirement and Pension System, HCC offers two retirement options: The Pension, which requires a 7% employee contribution and The ORP, a 403(b) with a 7.25% employer contribution only. Employees in positions that do not require a bachelor's degree must participate in The Pension. Employees that possess a bachelor's degree and hold professional positions that require a bachelor's degree may choose to participate in either The Pension or The ORP.
Applicant Instructions *Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment. HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or be willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits. Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full).
EEO Statement Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affluent Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.
Posting Information Posting Number: B560P Number of Vacancies: 1 Best Consideration Date: 11/14/2025 Job Open Date: 10/31/2025 Job Close Date: (not specified)
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Position Summary Provide general maintenance to the campus building, grounds and mechanical systems to provide an environment that is comfortable, safe, healthy and conducive to teaching, learning and working.
Essential Role Responsibilities
Perform routine daily inspections and maintenance of equipment assigned.
Perform tasks in various trades assigned and scheduled by the supervisor to maintain college buildings and equipment.
Perform minor repairs, installations and replacement of electrical and plumbing equipment, appliances using necessary hand tools and testing instruments.
Perform minor carpentry, wallboard, and floor covering installation and repair.
Perform minor painting and wall covering installation and repair.
Maintain logs and other records as directed.
Act as essential personnel for emergencies.
Assist mechanics in performing preventive maintenance of equipment.
Record time and materials expended on each work order.
Assist troubleshooting and repairs to mechanical equipment.
Assist with shutdown and startup of mechanical systems.
Minimum Education Required High School or equivalent
Experience Required 1 year
Preferred Experience
Prior experience as a general maintenance mechanic, preferred.
High school diploma or equivalent.
OSHA Safety Regulations.
Other Requirements
Physical strength and stamina to perform heavy physical tasks for long periods.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Regular attendance is a requirement of this job.
Ability to make quick decisions under stress.
Performs all duties while considering the impact of any actions on the college's sustainability initiatives in the areas of environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic prosperity.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift 75 pounds 12 inches off the ground and place on a flatbed cart; lift 40 pounds from floor to overhead, and walk 10 feet carrying 45 pounds.
Ability to work from scaffolds and climb ladders.
Physical Demand Summary
Requires performing regular job functions in an environment that includes exposure to continuous physical elements or a number of disagreeable working conditions with frequent exposure to minor injuries or health hazards.
Work in extremes of noise, temperature, humidity and inclement weather.
May be subject to being on call, carrying beeper, cell phone or two-way radio, working with hazardous materials, schedule changes based on the needs of the College and long hours to complete/perform scheduled or emergency functions/projects.
Must adhere to all safety standards as established by the Plant Operations.
Work in mechanical rooms, crawl spaces and tunnels where conditions will be dirty, dusty and sometimes muddy.
Work in high places on roofs or ladders and on scaffolds.
Work in close proximity to electrical transformers and switcher with high voltage in excess of 13,000 volts.
The use of personal protective clothing and equipment.
Schedule may be subject to change.
Work schedule is 40 hours a week.
Work overtime and call-in, as requested.
Division and Department Division: Facilities Department: Facilities
Benefits Summary Howard Community College offers competitive salaries, excellent medical and dental selections, tuition reimbursement and paid leave programs. As a participating member of the Maryland Retirement and Pension System, HCC offers two retirement options: The Pension, which requires a 7% employee contribution and The ORP, a 403(b) with a 7.25% employer contribution only. Employees in positions that do not require a bachelor's degree must participate in The Pension. Employees that possess a bachelor's degree and hold professional positions that require a bachelor's degree may choose to participate in either The Pension or The ORP.
Applicant Instructions *Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment. HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or be willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits. Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full).
EEO Statement Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affluent Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.
Posting Information Posting Number: B560P Number of Vacancies: 1 Best Consideration Date: 11/14/2025 Job Open Date: 10/31/2025 Job Close Date: (not specified)
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