Lead Technician - Building Services

Organizes, schedules, and coordinates all facets of the custodial program at a school facility within the guidelines established by the Facilities Management Department. Operates and maintains boilers, air conditioning and other auxiliary equipment as a Grade 4 stationary engineer.

• Maintains working knowledge of the boiler(s), heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system(s) (HVAC).
• Makes daily visual safety inspections of boilers, air conditioning and auxiliary equipment.
• Communicates findings on malfunctioning equipment to the Facilities Management Department promptly.
• Operates and maintains the facility's HVAC equipment such as boilers, air handling units, heat pumps, and air conditioners.
• Maintains records of equipment inspections, operations, and fuel consumption.
• Performs preventive maintenance checks and makes minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
• Coordinates, plans, assigns, supervises, and executes the work of assigned custodians in cleaning and maintaining the facility.
• Conducts on‑job training of custodial staff for all items/tasks requiring training.
• Maintains building and surrounding areas dues to weather‑related issues.
• Completes monthly inspections and reports for items including playground equipment, GFI outlets, fire extinguishers, boilers, and emergency lighting.
• Prepares new surfaces for painting and performs painting of interior and exterior surfaces.
• Assists or makes minor repairs to low voltage electrical systems, machinery, equipment, and carpentry repairs.
• Utilizes CMMS to monitor and assign work to staff.
• Updates pesticide log sheets and assists with pest problems on the campus.
• Responds and assists as essential personnel during inclement weather, vandalism, or emergency repairs.
• Performs daily checks and inspections for cleanliness, repairs, work accomplishments, theft, and vandalism; and reports on findings.
• Performs ground maintenance tasks such as raking, removing leaves, disposing trash, etc.
• Assists in weather‑related emergencies such as snow and ice removal.
• Performs general custodial duties: dusting, mopping, vacuuming, buffing, stripping, waxing, and organizing storage rooms.
• Cleans cafeteria after lunch shifts.
• Maintains restroom cleanliness and reports leaks via work order.
• Washes and covers broken windows; reports damage via work orders.
• Secures exits, doors, and windows during shift and after operations; may unlock/lock building or arm/disarm security system.
• Performs routine maintenance to equipment and supplies.
• Climbs ladders to replace light bulbs and ceiling tiles.
• Assists in moving furniture and equipment; receives deliveries; sets up folding chairs and tables for events.
• Maintains an inventory of supplies and orders them as needed.
• Promotes equal employment opportunities and follows all applicable laws and policies.

Maximum Salary: $47.10
Minimum Salary: $27.07

• Three years of experience in custodial, mechanical, or related trade.
• Working knowledge of carpentry, electrical, and plumbing trades.
• Fourth Grade Stationary Engineer's License issued by the Maryland State Board of Stationary Engineers within six months of hire.
• Attend pesticide application training and maintain a pesticide certification applicator card.
• Valid driver's license may be required.
• Physically able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodations, including lifting up to 50 pounds and climbing ladders more than fifteen feet.
• Able to give clear directions and supervise others with good interpersonal skills.

• High School Diploma or GED.

Eligible for benefits.

Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability (cognitive, social/emotional, and physical), veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations.

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