General Maintenance Mechanic

Position Details

Position Information
About Us
Howard Community College (HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020.

Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here!

Position Title
General Maintenance Mechanic

FLSA
Non-Exempt

FT/PT
Full Time

Hours Per Week
40

Work Schedule
Second Shift

Grade
7

Compensation Range
$19.53-25.66 hourly

Summary
Provide general maintenance to the campus building, grounds and mechanical systems to provide an environment that is comfortable, safe, healthy and conducive to teaching, learning and working.

Essential Role Responsibilities

• Perform routine daily inspections and maintenance of equipment assigned.
• Performs tasks in various trades assigned and scheduled by the supervisor to maintain college buildings and equipment.
• Performs minor repairs, installations and replacement of electrical and plumbing equipment, appliances using necessary hand tools and testing instruments.
• Performs minor carpentry, wallboard, and floor covering installation and repair.
• Performs minor painting and wall covering installation and repair.
• Maintain logs and other records as directed.
• Acts in role of essential personnel for emergencies or otherwise.
• Assist Mechanics to Performs preventive maintenance of equipment.
• Records time and materials expended on each work order.
• Assist troubleshooting and repairs to mechanical equipment.
• Assist with shutdown and startup of mechanical systems.

Minimum Education Required
High School or equivalent

Experience Required
REQUIRMENTS

• Prior experience as a general maintenance mechanic, preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• OSHA Safety Regulations

OTHER REQUIRMENTS

• Physical strength and stamina to perform heavy physical tasks for long periods.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Regular attendance is a requirement of this job.
• Ability to make quick decisions under stress.
• Performs all duties while considering the impact of any actions on the college's sustainability initiatives in the areas of environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic prosperity.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to lift 75 pounds 12 inches off the ground and place on a flatbed cart; 40 lbs from floor to overhead, and walk 10 feet carrying 45 lbs. Ability to work from scaffolds (s) and climb ladders

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demand Summary

• Requires performing regular job functions in an environment, which includes exposure to continuous physical elements or a number of disagreeable working conditions with frequent exposure to minor injuries or health hazards.
• Work in extremes of noise, temperature, humidity and inclement weather.
• May be subject to being on call, carrying beeper, cell phone or two-way radio, working with hazardous materials, schedule changes based on the needs of the College and long hours to complete/perform scheduled or emergency functions/projects
• Must adhere to all safety standards as established by the Plant Operations.
• Work in Mechanical rooms, crawl spaces and tunnels where conditions will be dirty, dusty and sometimes muddy.
• Work in high places on roofs or ladders and on scaffolds.
• Work in close proximity to electrical transformers and switcher with high voltage in excess of 13,000 volts.
• The use of personal protective clothing and equipment
• Schedule may be subject to change
• Work schedule is 40 hours a week.
• Work overtime and call-in, as requested.

SOME OVERTIME IS REQUIRED. LEAVE APPROVAL MAY BE LIMITED DURING PEAK ACTIVITY PERIODS.

Supervisory Position?
No

Division
Facilities

Department
Facilities

Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
B682P

Number of Vacancies
1

Best Consideration Date
10/05/2026

Job Open Date
09/22/2026

Job Close Date

Continuous Recruitment?
No

Job Category
Staff

Benefits Summary
Howard Community College offers competitive salaries, excellent medical and dental selections, tuition reimbursement and paid leave programs. As a participating member of the Maryland Retirement and Pension System, HCC offers two retirement options: The Pension, which requires a 7% employee contribution and The ORP, a 403(b) with a 7.25% employer contribution only. Employees in positions that do not require a bachelor's degree must participate in The Pension. Employees that possess a bachelor's degree and hold professional positions that require a bachelor's degree may choose to participate in either The Pension or The ORP.

Applicant Instructions


*Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment.

HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits.

Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full).

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EEO Statement
Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.
HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.