Introduction
This is a 12-month
position in the maintenance department of the Maryland School for the Deaf –
Columbia Campus. This position is designated as Essential Personnel.
The Maryland School for the
Deaf (MSD) is a diverse, bilingual community who in partnership with families,
provides an equitable and exemplary education in a nurturing, engaging, and
challenging environment to ensure our students achieve personal excellence and
become lifelong learners.
GRADE
ASTD8
LOCATION OF POSITION
MSD, Frederick, Campus, 101 Clarke Place, Frederick, MD 21705
Main Purpose of Job
Employees in this classification perform general maintenance tasks, such as simple construction, preventative maintenance, improvements and minor repairs to buildings, fixtures, mechanical equipment, grounds and roadways.
POSITION DUTIES
Perform general maintenance tasks such as simple construction,
preventive maintenance, improvements, and minor repairs to buildings, fixtures,
mechanical equipment, grounds, and roadways. Employee may be required to check
and service converter units; repair, service, and inspect door locks,
housekeeping equipment, furniture, and safety equipment; assist with making
repairs to HVAC air handler units and related equipment; perform daily
preventive maintenance checks to ensure proper operation of all equipment;
install, replace, or repair water fountains, restroom fixtures, broken piping,
gaskets, valves, and other plumbing related equipment as necessary; repair or
move furniture, put up or repair drywall, hang doors, replace windows and
window panes, install cabinets, and/or other carpentry related tasks as
necessary; apply finish and/or paint to completed projects; perform security
functions; ensure buildings and gates are locked each day as
required. Preference will be given to applicants who are able to lift 50
lbs. or more and assist with snow removal on the campus.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Eighth grade.
Experience: Three years of experience in any combination of the maintenance trades provided that at least two years of experience are primarily in the trades of electricity, plumbing, steamfittings, refrigeration or air-conditioning.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute additional experience in any of the maintenance trades on a year-for-year basis for up to three years of the required education.
2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a degree from an accredited vocational or technical high school with a major in Building Maintenance or a related field for the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in utilities repair classifications or construction and engineering specialty codes in any combination of maintenance trades, on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Willing to learn
American Sign Language.
Able to lift 50 lbs.
or more.
Able to assist with snow
removal on the campus.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
New hires are subject
to a criminal background investigation at their own expense. (Maryland Code,
Family Law Article 1, Sections 5-560-568)
Candidates will need to
provide three letters of recommendation.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online application
process is STRONGLY preferred. If unable to apply online, or if you encounter
difficulty, you may submit via mail, e-mail, fax, or deliver in person before
the closing date and time. Please include your name and recruitment number on
any documentation to ensure timely processing. Resumes will NOT be accepted in
lieu of completing the online or paper application. Additional or supplemental
information must be submitted by the closing date and time. Application
inquiries or supplemental information can be directed to the following:
Mailing Address:
Maryland School for the Deaf Recruitment Department, P. O. Box 894, Columbia,
MD 21044
E-mail:
emily.hicks@msd.edu
Phone: 410-696-3031,
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
Fax: 410-696-3084
Individuals from
traditionally underserved and underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged
to apply. Bilingual and disabled applicants are encouraged to apply. As an
equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and
promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. We thank our
Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.