Maintenance Mechanic - #25-001107-0003

Introduction The Maryland Schoolfor the Deaf (MSD) is a diverse, bilingual community who in partnership withfamilies, provides an equitable and exemplary education in a nurturing,engaging, and challenging environment to ensure our students achieve personalexcellence and become lifelong learners.
This is a 12-month positionin the maintenance department of the Maryland School for the Deaf FrederickCampus. This position is designated as Essential Personnel. GRADE ASTD9 LOCATION OF POSITION MSD, Frederick, Campus, 101 Clarke Place, Frederick, MD 21705 Main Purpose of Job Employees in this classification perform general maintenance tasks, such as simple construction, preventative maintenance, improvements and minor repairs to buildings, fixtures, mechanical equipment, grounds and roadways. POSITION DUTIES Perform general maintenance tasks such as simple construction,preventive maintenance, improvements, and minor repairs to buildings, fixtures,mechanical equipment, grounds, and roadways. Employee may be required tocheck and service converter units; repair, service, and inspect door locks,housekeeping equipment, furniture, and safety equipment; assist with makingrepairs to HVAC air handler units and related equipment; perform dailypreventive maintenance checks to ensure proper operation of all equipment;install, replace, or repair water fountains, restroom fixtures, broken piping,gaskets, valves, and other plumbing related equipment as necessary; repair ormove furniture, put up or repair drywall, hang doors, replace windows andwindow panes, install cabinets, and/or other carpentry related tasks asnecessary; apply finish and/or paint to completed projects; perform securityfunctions; ensure buildings and gates are locked each day as required.Preference will be given to applicants who are able to lift 50 lbs. or more andassist with snow removal on the campus. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education : Eighth grade.
Experience : Three years of experience in any combination of the maintenance trades provided that at least two years of experience are primarily in the trades of electricity, plumbing, steamfittings, refrigeration or air-conditioning.
Notes : 1. Candidates may substitute additional experience in any of the maintenance trades on a year-for-year basis for up to three years of the required education.
2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a degree from an accredited vocational or technical high school with a major in Building Maintenance or a related field for the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in utilities repair classifications or construction and engineering specialty codes in any combination of maintenance trades, on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Willing to learnAmerican Sign Language.
Able to lift 50 lbs.or more.
Able to assist with snowremoval on the campus. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS 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. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS New hires are subjectto a criminal background investigation at their own expense. (Maryland Code,Family Law Article 1, Sections 5-560-568)
Candidates will need toprovide three letters of recommendation. 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.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS Online applicationprocess is STRONGLY preferred. If unable to apply online, or if you encounterdifficulty, you may submit via mail, e-mail, fax, or deliver in person beforethe closing date and time. Please include your name and recruitment number onany documentation to ensure timely processing. Resumes will NOT be accepted inlieu of completing the online or paper application. Additional or supplementalinformation must be submitted by the closing date and time. Applicationinquiries or supplemental information can be directed to the following:
Mailing Address:Maryland School for the Deaf Recruitment Department, P. O. Box 894, Columbia,MD 21044
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Individuals fromtraditionally underserved and underrepresented groups are strongly encouragedto apply. Bilingual and disabled applicants are encouraged to apply. As anequal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, andpromoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. We thank ourVeterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.