Operations & Maintenance Lead (S03472)

Position Overview Montgomery College, Rockville and Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campuses, need a full‑time Operations and Maintenance Lead. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 40 hours a week. The Takoma Park/Silver Spring position runs from 6:30 am to 3 pm, while the Rockville position is from 2:30 pm to 11 pm. This is a non‑bargaining, non‑exempt, grade 27 position. Montgomery College promotes a working and learning environment rooted in fairness, belonging, and inclusiveness. Responsibilities Provide guidance and instruction to assigned staff engaged in 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 and identify training needs. Perform routine maintenance and repair tasks for mechanical equipment, including heating, air‑conditioning systems, controls, and related subsystems. Ensure Direct Digital Controls systems are properly calibrated and operate as designed. Perform operational tests of new and existing system command and control points. Maintain equipment and mechanical rooms in accordance with manufacturer requirements and safety standards. Respond to customer concerns, resolve issues, coordinate contract services, and monitor contractor work. Identify unit issues and challenges and develop strategies to resolve them. Determine necessary materials and equipment, including type and quantity. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications High school diploma or GED, or completion of a vocational program in the building heating and cooling trade or equivalent training. Five years of experience in facilities maintenance, including at least one year in a team lead or foreman role. Section 608 Universal Certification (EPA). HVAC Journeyman License or Maryland Stationary Engineer 3rd‑grade license. Working knowledge of HVAC repair, maintenance, and installation methods, techniques, and tools. Ability to troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical and building automation systems, including stand‑alone equipment. Ability to comprehend mechanical drawings, specifications, and work orders, and to prepare material lists and specifications. Proficiency with hand tools and HVAC testing equipment. Strong instruction, training, and communication skills; ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and not require employer visa sponsorship. Hiring Range $31.69 – $41.19 per hour (initial placement between the minimum and midpoint; maximum salary $50.39 per hour). Benefits Our benefits package includes generous paid vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, group legal benefits, professional development, a retirement plan, educational assistance, tuition waivers for employees and dependents, and wellness programming including onsite gyms, pools, and classes. Application Notes For degrees earned outside the U.S., provide a copy of your education equivalency from a nationally recognized evaluation service. Successful applicants must complete a background check, degree verification, and participate in the Maryland State Retirement System plan (unless already retired). Equal Opportunity Montgomery College is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity among its student body, faculty, and staff. We are a tobacco‑free and smoke‑free workplace. Closing Date: Open Until Filled #J-18808-Ljbffr Inside Higher Ed