Utilities Building Maintenance Specialist I

Description

The hiring salary for this position is $46,871 - $49,579 annually. The full range for this position is $46,871 - $71,431 annually.

Performs a broad range of maintenance and construction duties, including, but not limited to, carpentry, roofing, framing, electrical, and plumbing, on buildings, grounds and equipment found in water and wastewater facilities. Position reports to the Waste Water Collections Superintendent.

• Performs light construction, repairs and maintenance to buildings, grounds, and structures used to provide water and wastewater service, including, but not limited to, carpentry, roofing, framing, electrical and plumbing
• Performs a variety of grounds maintenance duties, including, but not limited to, clearing ditches and fence lines, cutting grass, edging, lawn restoration
• Develops material lists, obtains pricing and creates purchase requests as needed to complete projects
• Monitors work of various supply or service contractors
• Cleans, prepares, and applies protective coatings to wood, metal, concrete, or other surfaces, including buildings, floors and water storage tanks
• Utilizes computer skills to generate and close work orders as needed to track job status

Performs other duties as assigned

• Ability to gain working knowledge of St. Mary’s County Metropolitan Commission policies and procedures
• Ability to act as a representative of St. Mary’s County Metropolitan Commission to the public
• Strong knowledge of relevant construction, maintenance and repair practices and procedures as they relate to building and grounds maintenance; (construction, electrical, plumbing and mechanical)
• Knowledge of safety regulations and established procedures for operating, repairing, removing and installing equipment/materials as well as for ensuring safety
• Ability to effectively communicate with other staff members and the public;
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records; (job estimates, material pricing and purchasing)
• Ability to wear appropriate PPE for chemical protection, including respiratory gear

HS Diploma or GED and one to two years of job-related experience

Or equivalent technical training, education, and/or experience

Must possess a valid Maryland driver’s license, Class C

None

Work demands occasional strenuous effort. For example, handling moderately heavy tools, equipment, or materials of 30 to 60 pounds or more.

Work environment involves high risks with exposure to potentially dangerous situations or unusual environmental stress which require a range of safety and other precautions, e.g., aggressive human behavior, extreme outdoor weather conditions, confined work space, or similar situations where conditions cannot be controlled.

• Group Health/Vision/Dental Coverage:
  Medical insurance (including prescription and vision) is a POS plan or HMO Open Access Plan offered by Care First Blue Cross Blue Shield. Dental insurance is a Traditional Plan or a PPO plan also offered byCareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield. Coverage takes affect the first of the month following the date of employment. Met Com pays 85% of the premium.
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance:
  Met Com provides an amount equal to one (1) times gross annual salary. The employee has the option to purchase from one (1) to five (5) more times their annual salary. Coverage takes affect the first of the month following the date of employment. Optional Life and AD&D insurance may also be purchased for the spouse and/or children.
• Long Term Disability Insurance:
  Met Com provides long term disability coverage, which pays 66 2/3% of monthly pay after 180 days of disability status. The employee has the…