Facilities Maintenance Technician

Overview

This position is responsible for keeping Frederick, MD facilities operating and performing a wide range of repair tasks around a facility.

• Able to troubleshoot and repair most mechanical systems or have a comparable understanding.
• Assist with ground maintenance including seasonal activities such as plowing, shoveling, and salting.
• Monitor water systems and boiler operations.
• Preventive maintenance of buildings and facilities.
• Installation and/or modification of new and existing equipment.
• Maintain critical spare parts list inventory and assist with ordering.
• Process work orders.
• Assist in waste treatment facility operations.
• Lagoon operations according to the SOP established.
• Computer experience doing work requests, email, and vendor contacts.
• Maintain communication with the Maintenance Supervisor for status of work requests and facilities.
• Shower into barrier facilities as needed to address maintenance needs.
• Be available to respond to emergencies or calls while on-call; come on site to address issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

• 2+ yrs of experience in maintenance and/or mechanical repair OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Vocational training certification preferred.

• Must be mechanically inclined; mechanical, electrical, HVAC and/or plumbing experience preferred.
• Must have valid Driver's license.
• Tow motor, skid loader, forklift certificate and/or training referred.
• Experience with wastewater treatment plant a plus.
• Participation in immunization / occupational medical surveillance program.
• Must be able to work weekends, be on call during evenings (on rotation).
• Must be willing to work overtime.
• Must be self-motivated and results driven.
• Ability to shower into bio-secure facilities.
• Able to wear PPE such as mask, gloves, uniforms, bouffant cap.