Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician I

Non-exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible); full-time; 40 hours per week;
Monday – Friday; 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; full-benefits

This entry-level technical position supports the maintenance, installation, and renovation of building systems and equipment across County facilities. The Maintenance Technician I performs routine maintenance and repair tasks using established procedures and assists with basic HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or renovation work in accordance with plans and specifications. Work at this level involves following prescribed work orders, detailed instructions, and safety practices while using a variety of tools, equipment, and machinery in both indoor and outdoor environments.

Positions at this level focus on one type of system or have very basic knowledge and ability to work across multiple systems. The position applies developing trade knowledge to complete assigned tasks, with decisions limited to task-level problem solving and issues escalated as needed. Work is performed under close supervision and is reviewed for accuracy and completeness; no supervisory responsibilities are assigned.

Supervision is received from the Maintenance Technician Supervisor.

Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

• 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
• 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
• 11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays (10 and 11 month employees may not receive all holidays)
• Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
• Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care
• 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
• County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Work/Life balance programs include:
  Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan

Benefited employees will accrue service and leave based on the FTE and/or hours worked per calendar year.

For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.

• Assist with routine maintenance and repair tasks to include carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and HVACR related to both interior and exterior maintenance renovation and repair
• Perform general laborer tasks
• Assist with maintain on building systems and equipment using established procedures and under close supervision
• Support renovation projects by participating in demolition and reconstruction activities, including the removal of outdated equipment, fixtures, and structural elements
• Operate and maintain a variety of hand tools, power tools, and equipment to complete assigned maintenance and construction tasks
• Follow prescribed work orders, blueprints, and specifications to complete assigned tasks accurately and efficiently
• Assist with transporting, positioning, and installing equipment using lifts, hoists, and other machinery as required
• Clean, organize and maintain equipment
• Maintain a safe work environment by adhering to established safety practices, identifying hazards, and properly using personal protective equipment
• Perform general labor tasks such as material…