Tech II - Preventative Maintenance

• Performs preventative maintenance, minor repairs, and assists in the maintenance of all mechanical equipment including pumps, motors, and compressors in addition to belt adjustments, oiling, greasing, and cleaning of same.
• Performs preventative maintenance and assists in the servicing of boilers, burners, hot water generators, water heaters and pool filtration equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance and minor repairs of all HVAC equipment, including building exhaust fans, air handling units, roof top units, unit ventilators, and the scheduled change out of filters associated with each, plus cooling towers.
• Assists the preventative maintenance administrator in determining the scheduling of preventative maintenance visits to each assigned building and provides input as to frequency of preventative maintenance performed on equipment.
• Assists in the research and establishment of an inventory of all equipment specific to each building, including manufacturers, serial numbers, and model numbers; plus, associated information that pertains to all equipment to establish a database for the procurement of parts, supplies, materials and inventory.
• Assists the preventative maintenance administrator in the training and instruction of facilities managements and custodial personnel, regarding preventative maintenance schedules on equipment which includes proper procedures, safety and operation.
• Performs preventative maintenance on all aspects of the building structure including hardware, masonry, and exterior.
• Records and maintains accurate records of all preventative maintenance and minor repairs performed.
• Establishes a working relationship with the preventative maintenance administrator or designee, keeps them informed on the preventative maintenance work performed, and gives input to present status of equipment throughout each individual building.
• Performs coil cleaning of HVAC equipment utilizing special spray equipment and appropriate coil cleaning chemicals.
• Responds and assists during situations including, but not limited to inclement weather assignments, vandalism, and emergency repairs.
• Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies and the professional standards.

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• Minimum of three years? experience in maintenance or a related field.
• Plumbing, HVAC and general contracting certifications are preferred.
• General knowledge of all building systems including plumbing, electrical, and HVAC plus structural and carpentry considerations.
• Must have prior experience in preventative maintenance procedures including scheduling and follow-up.
• Must be able to keep accurate records of preventative maintenance performed and minor repairs.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Physically able to perform the essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodations of the everyday responsibilities including lifting materials weighing up to 50 pounds and the ability to climb ladders more than 15 feet. Various lifts, tools and mechanical means of assistance should be employed for lifting heavier supplies, equipment and material.
• Hold and maintain a valid driver?s license with a willingness to pursue a commercial driver?s license.
• Exposure to chemicals related to mechanical equipment cleaning and lubrication oils and degreasers.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• 24-hour on-call duty.
• Essential Employee.
• Work Schedule will consist of hours when school is unoccupied.
• Snow Removal during winter months if needed.

Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:

• Completed online application
• Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
• Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
• Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
• All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
• All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org

Baltimore City Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry or national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in its employment, programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. For inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies, please contact Equal Opportunity Manager, Title IX Coordinator Equal Employment Opportunity and Title IX Compliance Office 200 E. North Avenue, Room 208 Baltimore, MD 21202; 410-396-8542 (phone); 410-396-2955 (fax).

This position is affiliated with Local 44 (L44) bargaining union.

This position is under the City Retirement Plan.