Technician: Preventative Maintenance (2:00pm-10:30pm)

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Technician: Preventative Maintenance

Job Summary

Performs preventive maintenance on various types of HVAC equipment within Anne Arundel County Public Schools' facilities. Based on the needs of Operations, the work hours for this position can be either first shift or second shift. Must be flexible to work all shifts as needed. The position is considered essential personnel for emergency situations, including inclement weather conditions.

Additional Work Days/Hours

Based on the assignment, the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed:

• Ability to work flexible schedules
• Emergencies
• Inclement weather conditions
• Shift work
  
  

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance and diagnoses equipment for repair or replacement. Examples include but are not limited to air handling units, roof top units, exhaust fans, cooling towers, periodic changing of filters, and changing belts.
• Verifies that HVAC equipment and mechanical systems are operational according to design.
• Interprets instructions, drawings, and owner's manual specifications.
• Requisitions tools, parts, equipment and/or supplies.
• Maintains clear and complete records of completed work. May be required to complete records and/or reports electronically.
• Advises Lead Preventative Maintenance Technician of difficulties on assignment and mechanical failures.
• Performs any/all duties and responsibilities normally assigned to Roving Chief Custodians and/or Facilities and Complex Engineers.
• Ensures work areas are clean and equipment is in normal operation mode.
• Participates in snow removal.
• Responds to emergencies as directed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.
• Technical or Vocational School Beyond High School preferred.
  
  

Experience

• Five (5) years mechanical equipment service or operator experience in a commercial, industrial, or educational environment required;
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the applicant to successfully perform the duties of the position.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other Characteristics

• Demonstrated mechanical/electrical aptitude.
• Ability to work from verbal or written instructions including simple floor plans and mechanical drawings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Ability to employ business technology tools (e.g. E-mail, AACPS Intranet, electronic benefits enrollment tool, Microsoft Office Suite, etc.).
• Ability to work overtime, mid-shift, night work, and extensive hours during summer and other peak periods.
• Must provide own hand tools.
• Satisfactory score on any test required.
  
  

Licenses and Certifications

Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• Upon hire, Introduction to School Facilities Boiler Plant Safety & Procedures Certificate issued by AACPS or equivalent outside course required; or
• Consideration will be given to candidates who can achieve a passing grade on Introduction to School Facilities Boiler Plant Safety & Procedures Certificate issued by AACPS or equivalent outside course required; or
• In lieu of completing the course above and/or passing the course test, 4th Grade Stationary Engineer License issued by Maryland Board of Stationary Engineers required.
• Successful completion of Leadership Training or Certificate Course issued by AACPS or equivalent outside course required; or
• First available after appointment Leadership Training or Certificate Course issued by AACPS or equivalent outside course required.
• Hold or be eligible for Driver's License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required.
• Proof of a good driving record required.
  
  

Driving Requirements

• Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position.
• Board Vehicle
  
  

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• N/A
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Standing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Walking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Sitting: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Using hands to handle or feel: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Pinching (fine motor skills): between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Wrist deviation: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Keyboarding: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Pushing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Pulling: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Reaching (with hands and/or arms): between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Climbing (Ascend/Descend): between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Balancing: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Stooping: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Kneeling: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Crouching: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Crawling: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Bending: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Twisting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Squatting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Smelling: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Repetitive Motions: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Driving: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.
  
  

Vision

The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
• Color vision (ability to identify/distinguish colors)
• Peripheral vision
• Depth perception
• Ability to adjust focus
  
  

Work Environment

Location

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Outdoor environment: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Construction site: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Confined space: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Shop environment: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Temperature Change: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
  
  

Exposure

• Outdoor weather conditions: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Work near moving mechanical parts: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Work in high, precarious places: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time up to 40 feet vertical ladder/scaffolding or up to 80 feet on the aerial lift
• Communicable diseases: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Fumes or airborne particles: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Risk of electrical shock: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Work with explosives: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Vibration: under 1/3 percent of the time
  
  

Noise Level

• Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
  
  

Weight & Force

Lifting and carrying requirements

• Up to 50 pounds: under 1/3 percent of the time
  
  

Travel Requirements

• 20% daily within the county to perform work at schools and facilities.
  
  

Employee Safety Statements

• The employee is required to use safety devices and protective equipment in order to minimize the frequency and severity of work-related accidents.
• Adheres to safe practices and methods in the operation of equipment and supplies related to the job.
• The employee is responsible for correcting and/or reporting any conditions within an AACPS building or grounds that may be hazardous to employees and students.
  
  

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date: 6/1/2021 Established Date: 12/1/1992 Title Code: E44417 Title: TECHNICIAN: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE Reports to Generic: Manager Reports to Specific: MANAGER: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE

ORGANIZATION

Division: Business Operations Business Unit: Facilities Department: Maintenance Negotiated Agreement: American Federation of State, County, & Municipal Employees (AFSCME)

HR JOB INFORMATION

Unit: III Days Worked: 260 FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Grade: AG12 Click HERE to view Terms of Employment, Benefits and Salary Scale. Scroll down to locate (Unit 3 - AFSCME) Essential Job: Essential Months Worked: 12 Hours Worked: 8 Job Family: Trades, Crafts and Labor Sub-Function: Preventative Maintenance

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