Facilities Management Technician
Facilities Management Technician
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Job Description
Introduction
The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS)supports State and local government agencies as well as local nonprofitorganizations and the citizens of Maryland by providing facilities managementreal estate and surplus property services as well as security and lawenforcement for State buildings. DGS is also responsible for a full spectrum offacilities engineering design and construction services almost $1 billion inannual contract administration and overseeing the State procurement process.Here at DGS we truly Do Great Service Consider joining our team!
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Office of Facilities Management
(Baltimore City) 301 W. Preston Street
(Baltimore City) 700 E. Patapsco Avenue
(Baltimore City) 500 N. Calvert Street
(Montgomery County) 191 E. Jefferson Street
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
Duties for this position include but are not limited to:
Ensure proper functioning of building systems and equipment. OperateHVAC electrical plumbing life safety and other critical components withindesign parameters. Keep buildings and courthouses open at all times for thetransaction of essential State business.
Use Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to monitorequipment. Identify potential issues using handheld temperature vibration andsonic sensing tools and verify readings are properly uploaded into CMMSdatabase. Access CMMS records to help with diagnosing and troubleshootingequipment malfunctions.
Complete tasks assigned via CMMS work orders. Respond to requests forbuilding repairs. Restore equipment to proper operation. Identify need foradditional building trades support and communicate with building manager forauthorization to obtain assistance. Coordinate with contractors to perform workrequiring outside expertise.
Complete preventive maintenance tasks on building equipment. Replacefilters belts hoses and other consumables. Inspect building components toidentify potential issues and prevent emergency repairs. Track maintenanceschedules and ensure work is done to industry standards.
Perform other building maintenance and trades work as assigned.This may include but is not limited to repair and replacement of fixtureshardware lighting ceiling tiles and floor coverings; operation andmaintenance of motorized and electrical equipment and tools; groundsmaintenance tasks such as mowing grass clearing sidewalks and parking lots;containment of hazardous spills and leaks to prevent injury and damage; andother tasks to keep buildings in top shape.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency
certificate.
Experience: Three years of experience performing skilled trade work in plumbing carpentry electrical HVAC locksmith masonry painting or welding work.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute additional years of experience for the required education on a yearforyear basis.
2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a noncommissioned officer in utilities classifications or mechanical maintenance management specialty codes in utility systems repair on a yearforyear basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Strong preference will be given to applicants who possess thefollowingpreferred qualification(s). Include clear and specificinformation on your application regarding all qualifications.
Skilled trades experience in a commercial building setting.
Professional training union certification or completion of acertified/accredited training program in a skilled trade apprenticeshipprogram or vocational school is preferred.
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 operators license valid in the State of Maryland.
2. 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.
3. Employees in this classification who perform work as a plumber must possess a Maryland Journeyman/Gas Fitter License.
SELECTION PROCESS
It isimportant that you provide complete and accurate information on yourapplication.Please include all experience and education that isrelated to this position. All information concerning your qualificationsmust be submitted by the closing date;information submitted after theclosing date will not be considered.Credit is given for relevantparttime temporary or volunteer experience based on the number of hoursworked per week;you must include the time spent on such activities onyour application.
Notethat for any position requiring a college degree or college credit you will berequired to submit a college transcript prior to being offered aposition.You may submit your transcript as part of the applicationprocess.
Theexamination for this position will consist of a rating of your educationtraining and experience related to the requirements of theposition.Successful candidates will be placed on the employmenteligibility list categorized as BEST QUALIFIED BETTER QUALIFIED orQUALIFIED. The eligibility list will be valid for one year and may beextended. The list will be used by the hiring authority to selectemployees for interviews.Eligible lists may be used to fill future vacancies ofthe same classification.
Pleasenote selected candidates may be required to complete and successfully pass aState and Federal fingerprint background check prior to being hired.
You mustbe legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform and ControlAct to be hired in the position for which you apply.
BENEFITS
The State of Maryland offers a generous benefits package that includes:
Tuition reimbursement for those who qualify
Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions
Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis
Generous paid leave that increases with years of service
Paid holidays
Health coverage with low outofpocket costs
Employee & employer contributory pension plan
Click on the link below for more information.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Contactorcallwith questions about this recruitment.The onlineapplication process is STRONGLY preferred.Apply online atdgs.maryland click onEmployment on the left side of the screen.If you are unable to submityour application online please send your paper application to: HumanResources Dept. of General Services 301 W. Preston St. Suite 1311Baltimore MD 21201 by the closing date and time.TTYUsers:call via Maryland Relay
As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruitingretaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity.People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Wethank our Veterans for their service to our country.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
