MT Maintenance Mechanic Senior

Job Description Summary & Additional Information

The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science, Chesapeake Biological Laboratory in Solomons, Maryland seeks a multi-trade senior maintenance mechanic in its Maintenance and Facilities department. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing semi-skilled tasks in building construction, building maintenance and preventative maintenance and make repairs; Perform scheduled and unscheduled inspections and repairs of buildings, equipment, roadways and grounds; Assist journey level trades personnel in skilled maintenance and repairs; Ensure operational readiness and safety of equipment; Prepare work summary reports; read write and interpret work orders and reports.

Required Qualifications: A high school diploma or equivalent and four years of related work experience are required. The ability to exert force up to 70 lbs., work in, on, over and under mechanical equipment and at heights up to 35 feet. General knowledge of safety practices and procedures related to building maintenance. Work in hazardous and confined environments and during adverse weather and temperature conditions is also required of the successful candidate. Ability to follow oral and read written instructions. Ability to communicate effectively and work in a team environment. This position is considered essential and non-exempt.

The selected candidate will be required to review and accept the UMCES Principles of Conduct.

About CBL and UMCES
The Chesapeake Biological Laboratory, located on the Patuxent River in Solomons, Maryland, is the oldest state-supported marine laboratory on the U.S. East Coast. CBL faculty conduct research spanning fisheries science, ecosystem dynamics, biogeochemistry, and coastal resilience, with strong connections to regional management and policy.

UMCES is a graduate research institution within the University System of Maryland, dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge of environmental systems and applying science to solve complex environmental challenges.

UMCES offers excellent benefit options through the State of Maryland, to include medical, dental, prescription, FSA, life insurance and AD&D. Regular full time employees also receive university retirement benefits, a very generous tuition remission program and comprehensive annual and sick leave benefits.

Required Application Materials: Cover letter, resume, list of 3 references

Open Until Filled: yes

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION:

EXPERIENCE: Four years related work experience, three years of which must have been in the trade area where assigned.

OTHER:

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

General knowledge of and skill in a variety of semi-skilled building construction or maintenance and repair practices and techniques used in the trade areas where assigned; of safety practices and procedures related to the assigned trade areas. General knowledge and skill in the use of tools and equipment of the trade. Skill in inspecting and making adjustments, repairs, and replacements to building fixtures and mechanical equipment. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; to communicate effectively; to prepare estimates of time and materials required for assigned work; to apply quality and safety standards; to complete logs and prepare records and reports; to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment or machinery; to work at heights up to 35 feet; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools, supplies and/or exert force up to 70 lbs.; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on machinery and equipment; to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces and adverse weather or temperature conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.

OTHER:

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. A non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license valid in the State of Maryland may be required. Candidates selected for employment may be required to be trained to work with asbestos. Employees in this job class assignedto work with equipment containing CFC refrigerants must achieve and maintain valid certification in accordance with federal law.

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EEO Statement

The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science is an equal opportunity employer. The Center’s policies, programs, and activities are in conformance with pertinent Federal and State laws and regulations on nondiscrimination regarding race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, and disability. Inquiries regarding compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Educational Amendments; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990; or related legal requirements should be directed to the Assistant Vice President of Human Resources, Center Administration, 2020 Horns Point Rd, Cambridge, MD 21613.