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Operations & Maintenance Lead (S03472)
Montgomery College, Rockville and Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campuses are seeking a full‑time, non‑bargaining, non‑exempt, grade 27 Operations & Maintenance Lead. Work schedule: 5 days/40 hours per week. Takoma Park/Silver Spring: Monday‑Friday 6:30 am to 3 pm. Rockville: Monday‑Friday 2:30 pm to 11 pm.
Responsibilities
Lead and perform work associated with the effective and efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical and building heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems (HVAC).
Provide guidance and instruction to assigned staff engaged in providing mechanical, building automation control systems, and HVAC services.
Monitor, inspect, and review work of assigned staff to ensure work is performed according to established standards; identify the training needs of staff and coordinate/conduct in‑house training.
Perform routine tasks associated with maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment including heating and air‑conditioning systems, controls, and related subsystems and components.
Ensure Direct Digital Controls systems are properly calibrated and operate as designed.
Perform operational tests of new and existing system command and control points.
Ensure all equipment is maintained and serviced according to manufacturer’s requirements and that all mechanical rooms are safely maintained.
Respond to customer concerns and resolve issues; coordinate contract services and monitor the work of contractors.
Identify issues and challenges within the unit and develop strategies to resolve.
Identify materials and equipment needed to perform duties and the type and/or quantities required.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or GED, or completion of a vocational program in the building heating and cooling trade or equivalent training.
5 years’ experience in the facilities maintenance field, including 1 year in a team lead or foreman role.
Section 608 Universal Certification (EPA) – EPA Section 608 Universal certification.
HVAC Journeyman License or Maryland Stationary Engineer 3rd grade license – Maryland Board of HVAC.
Working knowledge of the methods, techniques, procedures, standard practices, tools and materials common to HVAC repair, maintenance, and installation.
Ability to understand, troubleshoot, and repair complex mechanical and building automation systems as well as stand‑alone mechanical equipment.
Ability to comprehend mechanical drawings, specifications, sketches, and work orders; prepare material lists and specifications; use hand tools and testing equipment employed in the HVAC trade.
Ability to instruct, train, and work cooperatively with others; communicate effectively and follow written and verbal instructions.
Eligible applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States and not require employer visa sponsorship.
Hiring Range $30.47 – $39.60 per hour. Initial salary placement between the minimum and midpoint of the range; maximum salary $48.74 per hour.
Application Process
Click Here to apply online.
For degrees earned outside of the U.S., a copy of your education equivalency, conducted by a nationally recognized evaluation service, must be included in your application.
Onboarding Requirements
Successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable).
Participation in a Maryland State Retirement System plan (Pension or Optional Retirement Plan, depending on the position). If you are already retired from the Maryland State Retirement System, you may not enroll in a Maryland State Retirement System plan at Montgomery College and may have earnings restrictions, per state law.
Benefits Generous paid vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, group legal benefits, professional development, retirement plan, educational assistance, tuition waiver for employees and dependents, wellness programming including onsite gyms, pools, and classes.
Equal Opportunity Statement Montgomery College is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity among its student body, faculty, and staff. Montgomery College is a tobacco-free and smoke-free workplace.
Closing Date Open Until Filled
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Responsibilities
Lead and perform work associated with the effective and efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical and building heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems (HVAC).
Provide guidance and instruction to assigned staff engaged in providing mechanical, building automation control systems, and HVAC services.
Monitor, inspect, and review work of assigned staff to ensure work is performed according to established standards; identify the training needs of staff and coordinate/conduct in‑house training.
Perform routine tasks associated with maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment including heating and air‑conditioning systems, controls, and related subsystems and components.
Ensure Direct Digital Controls systems are properly calibrated and operate as designed.
Perform operational tests of new and existing system command and control points.
Ensure all equipment is maintained and serviced according to manufacturer’s requirements and that all mechanical rooms are safely maintained.
Respond to customer concerns and resolve issues; coordinate contract services and monitor the work of contractors.
Identify issues and challenges within the unit and develop strategies to resolve.
Identify materials and equipment needed to perform duties and the type and/or quantities required.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or GED, or completion of a vocational program in the building heating and cooling trade or equivalent training.
5 years’ experience in the facilities maintenance field, including 1 year in a team lead or foreman role.
Section 608 Universal Certification (EPA) – EPA Section 608 Universal certification.
HVAC Journeyman License or Maryland Stationary Engineer 3rd grade license – Maryland Board of HVAC.
Working knowledge of the methods, techniques, procedures, standard practices, tools and materials common to HVAC repair, maintenance, and installation.
Ability to understand, troubleshoot, and repair complex mechanical and building automation systems as well as stand‑alone mechanical equipment.
Ability to comprehend mechanical drawings, specifications, sketches, and work orders; prepare material lists and specifications; use hand tools and testing equipment employed in the HVAC trade.
Ability to instruct, train, and work cooperatively with others; communicate effectively and follow written and verbal instructions.
Eligible applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States and not require employer visa sponsorship.
Hiring Range $30.47 – $39.60 per hour. Initial salary placement between the minimum and midpoint of the range; maximum salary $48.74 per hour.
Application Process
Click Here to apply online.
For degrees earned outside of the U.S., a copy of your education equivalency, conducted by a nationally recognized evaluation service, must be included in your application.
Onboarding Requirements
Successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable).
Participation in a Maryland State Retirement System plan (Pension or Optional Retirement Plan, depending on the position). If you are already retired from the Maryland State Retirement System, you may not enroll in a Maryland State Retirement System plan at Montgomery College and may have earnings restrictions, per state law.
Benefits Generous paid vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, group legal benefits, professional development, retirement plan, educational assistance, tuition waiver for employees and dependents, wellness programming including onsite gyms, pools, and classes.
Equal Opportunity Statement Montgomery College is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity among its student body, faculty, and staff. Montgomery College is a tobacco-free and smoke-free workplace.
Closing Date Open Until Filled
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