Skilled Trades Specialist IV

Introduction

Mission Statement: To transform young people’s lives, create safer communities, and forge more equitable systems through community-based partnerships that hold youth accountable while building on their strengths and support systems.

Vision Statement: Providing pathways to success for youth and families through partnerships across Maryland.

GRADE

ASTD15

LOCATION OF POSITION

Victor Cullen Center

6000 Cullen Dr.

Sabillasville, MD 21780

Main Purpose of Job

The Skilled Trades Specialist IV is responsible for the daily uninterrupted operation of the Department of Juvenile Services facilities, and handles Maintenance duties such as HVAC, lighting, plumbing and preventative maintenance. The Skilled Trades Specialist IV may also handle new construction, installations, alterations, renovations, painting, as well as repairs of facility equipment, electrical work and grounds maintenance/snow removal in order to maintain the facility, ensuring the safety and security of the youth and the staff.

POSITION DUTIES

The Skilled Trades Specialist IV position duties include, but are not limited to:

-Performing maintenance and repairs for all building systems to maintain the facility.

-Installing, repairing and maintaining plumbing systems.

-Performing maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment and fixtures.

-Performs road repair and walkways.

-Applying plaster to walls and ceilings, repairing damaged surfaces and performing concrete work on various structures.

-Prepares interior and exterior surfaces for painting.

-Operates central air conditioning plants and equipment, conducts safety inspections of boilers and provides oversight to the cleaning, repair and maintenance of furnaces and boilers.

-Providing year-round outside grounds maintenance for DJS facilities to maintain a safe and properly manicured property -Assisting in the relocation of furniture and other equipment necessary to provide the proper environment of occupants at various buildings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency

certificate.

Experience: Five years of experience performing skilled trade work in plumbing, carpentry, electrical, HVAC, locksmith, masonry, painting, or welding work.

Note:

1. Candidates may substitute additional years of experience for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher, as a non-commissioned officer in utilities classifications or mechanical maintenance management specialty codes in utility systems repair, on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Carries out repairs to buildings as a Skilled Trades Specialist IV. Exhibits the ability to

interpret and analyze specific instructions provided by the supervising Maintenance Supervisor

IV for minor repairs.

2. Performs the Preventive Maintenance plan as instructed for the facility plant operation in

accordance with all required repairs.

3. Performs all responsibilities assigned by the supervising Maintenance Supervisor IV; exhibits

skills necessary to operate all maintenance tools.

4. Performs emergency repairs.

5. Performs functions as related to Logistics Control.

6. Performs proper operation of all State owned vehicles and ground equipment in accordance

with all DJS policies.

7. Daily record keeping to ensure compliance with DJS and ACA standards.

8. Responds to the facility when instructed to complete repairs and for weather related facility operations.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. 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.

2. Employees in this classification who perform electrical work and are assigned to facilities that mandate licensed electricians must possess a current license as a Master Electrician or other appropriate electrician license from a local board or from the Maryland State Board of Master Electricians, 500 N. Calvert Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202-3651.

3. Employees in this classification who perform work as a plumber must possess a Maryland Journeyman/Gas Fitter License.

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.

The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment will be a rating of your application based on your education, training, and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related experience and education.

For education obtained outside the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service. Please note that your answers on the Supplemental Questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is strongly urged. However, if you are unable to apply on line you may mail a paper application to the address below or fax a paper application to the fax number below. If you choose to fax or use regular mail, you must include on each page of the attachment your First and Last Name, the Recruitment Number that is located at the top of the bulletin and the last four digits of your SS#. The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for this recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted:

Maryland Department of Juvenile Services

OHR-Recruitment & Examination Unit

217 E. Redwood Street

Baltimore, MD 21202

Attn: Recruitment Team

Fax number

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

Should additional information regarding this recruitment be required, please contact the DJS Office of Human Resources at . Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is located at the top of the bulletin.

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.

Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome to apply for all recruitments. Candidates with live experience relating to the criminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to apply.