Maintenance Specialist IV

Located 45 minutes from the Nation’s Capital and nestled in a history-rich region of Southern Maryland, the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) has twice been recognized by the Aspen Institute as one of the top 150 community colleges in the nation. CSM is also nationally ranked among the top 100 producers of minority associate degrees across many fields. With more than 100 academic programs, CSM is known for its student-centered focus, innovation, and responsiveness to our regional workforce and community.

CSM offers excellent health insurance benefits;
State Retirement Pension plan; wellness programs;
Code Green early closure Fridays in the summer; college closure for spring break and several major holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year; and for several days in March for Spring Break. We are an innovative institution committed to student success and well known for our flexibility to meet student and community needs.

The Maintenance Specialist IV performs senior-level campus maintenance, construction, restoration, renovation and building repair. The incumbent performs installation, restoration, and repair functions for facilities, equipment, and building systems throughout the campus, including but not limited to preventive maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, masonry, painting, and vehicle maintenance.

The incumbent performs intricate interior and exterior building repairs as required and may serve as a lead worker, providing direction, guidance, and technical assistance to other maintenance personnel. The position requires the ability to independently assess maintenance and repair needs, determine appropriate methods and materials, and complete complex work with limited supervision.

The incumbent selects and applies appropriate materials, tools, equipment, and techniques for the installation, repair, and restoration of walls and partitions, flooring, ceilings, architectural features, doors, windows, hardware, and other building components.

This is a senior-level position requiring a high degree of responsibility, technical knowledge, training, experience, and demonstrated competence across multiple building trades. The incumbent is expected to exercise extensive initiative and independent judgment in planning, prioritizing, troubleshooting, and completing assigned work while ensuring that work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and College requirements.

Reports to:

Facilities Field Superintendent

The hiring salary for this position will be from the min to mid-point of the salary range advertised. This position is open until filled.

• Works within established preventive maintenance programs to complete assigned preventive maintenance tasks, document work performed and productivity, identify equipment and facility deficiencies, and create repair tickets as necessary.
• Evaluates maintenance conditions discovered during preventive maintenance activities and recommends corrective actions to the Facilities Superintendent or designee. Ensures preventive maintenance activities are completed accurately, timely, and in accordance with established procedures, manufacturer recommendations, and College requirements.
• Performs a variety of carpentry/construction-related functions for building maintenance.

• Perform maintenance and repairs to HVAC equipment such as but not limited to; filter replacement, belt replacement, condenser cleaning, condensation leaks and assisting HVAC technician.

• Performs code acceptable plumbing installation and repairs to include piping, fixtures, flush valves, temperature control valves, shower valves, drains and other associated equipment.

• Constructs or repairs cabinets, furniture, and millwork such as wooden casework, laminate countertops, trim and other finished carpentry items to include the use of proper joint designs, adhesives and appropriate material.
• Performs basic electrical, electrical inspections and repairs such as, but not limited to; light switches, outlets, light bulbs, ballast replacement, outside lighting and exit lights.
• Repairs/replaces drywall, framing, painting, masonry, door/window repairs and/or replacements.
• Inspects, operates, maintains, and performs minor repairs and troubleshooting on maintenance equipment, tools, vehicles, and related equipment used in the operation and maintenance of campus facilities.
• Assists other departments and skill crafts areas as required to ensure…