Trades Maintenance Worker III

Trades Maintenance Worker III

The Housing Opportunities Commission of Montgomery County (HOC) was established in 1974 to better respond to the County's need for affordable housing. HOC is authorized to acquire, own, lease, and operate housing; to provide for the construction or renovation of housing; obtain financial assistance from any public or private source to assist its housing activities; and arrange for social services, resident services, and daycare.

This position is responsible for the installation, operation, modification, repair, troubleshooting, and testing of new and existing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and associated equipment, including residential, scattered‑sites, and commercial boilers and chillers.

• Responsible for the work of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, appliance maintenance and repairs, and correcting minor structural problems.
• Perform preliminary estimate of materials, time, and labor necessary to complete a job and lead others by providing instruction, guidance, and cross‑training of employees in skills of the trade.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Requires at least three years of experience with installation, operation, modification, repair, troubleshooting, and testing of new and existing HVAC systems and associated equipment, including residential, scattered‑sites, and commercial boilers and chillers.

• High School graduation or equivalent.

• Considerable knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools, and materials common to the HVAC trade and of the building and fire codes as related to work performed within the HVAC trade.
• Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Ability to use and maintain all hand and power tools used in the related trades.
• Ability to work stand‑by shifts or to respond to emergency service calls.
• Ability to occasionally lift items that weigh as much as 100 pounds or more and to frequently carry items that weigh up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform work inside and outside year‑round, from scaffolding, high ladders, platforms, and roofs.
• Ability to work overhead or in stretched, cramped and in awkward or tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Ability to wear and use personal protective clothing and equipment for protection when exposed to dust, fumes, chemicals and other irritants to eyes, ears, nose, skin and respiratory system.
• Ability to conduct failure analysis and to modify equipment and make recommendations both in equipment changes and preventive maintenance.
• Ability to work from mechanical drawings, specifications, sketches, and work orders and prepare material lists and specifications.
• Ability to deal tactfully, effectively and equitably with people.
• Ability to perform other related duties as assigned.
• Must have a valid driver's license, good driving record, and own transportation required.

* Grade 19 - Min: $59,565 / Mid: $78,228 / Max: $96,891 | Salary determined by departmental budget - Offer commensurate with experience.

HOC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law.

HOC promotes a drug‑free workplace.