SKILLED TRADES SPECIALIST IV (*REPOST*)

Introduction

\r\n\r\n\r\n*REPOST* PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY\r\n

GRADE

ASTD15\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

\r\nDJS- Alfred D. Noyes Children Center\r\nFacilities Maintenance�\r\n9925 Blackwell Rd.�\r\nRockville, MD 20850\r\n\r\n\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS!�\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives, creating safer communities, and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the role of the Skilled Trades Specialist IV, so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS!\r\n\r\n\r\nThis position is responsible for the daily-uninterrupted operation of the Alfred D. Noyes Children’s Center 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, and repairs of facility equipment, electrical work and grounds maintenance/snow removal in order to maintain the facility.�\r\n\r\n\r\nThis position requires the incumbent to work second shift, 10:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

\r\nThe Skilled Trades Specialist\r\nIV position duties include, but are not limited to:\r\n� Performing maintenance and repairs for all\r\nbuilding systems to maintain the facility.\r\n\r\n� Installing, repairing and maintaining plumbing\r\nsystems.\r\n\r\n� Performing maintenance and repairs on various\r\nelectrical equipment and fixtures.\r\n\r\n� Performs road repair and walkways.\r\n\r\n� Applying plaster to walls and ceilings,\r\nrepairing damaged surfaces and performing concrete work on various structures.\r\n\r\n� Prepares interior and exterior surfaces for\r\npainting.\r\n\r\n� Operates central air conditioning plants and\r\nequipment, conducts safety inspections of boilers and provides oversight to the\r\ncleaning, repair and maintenance of furnaces and boilers.\r\n\r\n� Providing year-round outside grounds\r\nmaintenance for DJS facilities to maintain a safe and properly manicured\r\nproperty\r\n\r\n� Assisting in the relocation of furniture and\r\nother equipment necessary to provide the proper environment of occupants at\r\nvarious buildings.\r\n\r\n� Carries out repairs to\r\nbuildings as a Skilled Trades Specialist IV. Exhibits the ability to\r\ninterpret\r\nand analyze specific instructions provided by the supervising Maintenance\r\nSupervisor IV for minor repairs.\r\n\r\n� Performs the Preventive\r\nMaintenance plan as instructed for the facility plant operation in\r\naccordance\r\nwith all required repairs.\r\n\r\n� Performs all\r\nresponsibilities assigned by the supervising Maintenance Supervisor IV;\r\nexhibits\r\nskills\r\nnecessary to operate all maintenance tools.\r\n\r\n� Performs emergency\r\nrepairs.\r\n\r\n� Performs functions as\r\nrelated to Logistics Control.\r\n\r\n� Performs proper\r\noperation of all State owned vehicles and ground equipment in accordance\r\nwith all\r\nDJS policies.� �\r\n� Daily record keeping to\r\nensure compliance with DJS and ACA standards.\r\n\r\n� Responds to the\r\nfacility when instructed to complete repairs and for weather related facility\r\noperations.\r\n\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency \r\ncertificate. \r\nExperience: Five years of experience performing skilled trade work in plumbing, carpentry, electrical, HVAC, locksmith, masonry, painting, or welding work. \r\nNote: \r\n1. Candidates may substitute additional years of experience for the required education on a year-for-year basis. \r\n2. 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. \r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\nThe\r\npreferred candidate for this position may possess any of the following\r\nqualifications:\r\n\r\n� Experience in grounds\r\nmaintenance�\r\n� Experience overseeing a complex\r\nrepair or renovation project by ensure that the work met safety codes and state\r\nregulations, stayed on budget, and was completed on time.�\r\n� Experience staying current with\r\nchanges in building codes, OSHA standards, and trade-specific regulations.�\r\n� Experience mentoring or\r\nsupervising lower-level technicians.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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. \r\n2. 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. \r\n3. Employees in this classification who perform work as a plumber must possess a Maryland Journeyman/Gas Fitter License. \r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Please ensure that your completed application includes sufficient\r\ninformation to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this\r\nrecruitment. All documentation related to your qualifications must be submitted\r\nby the closing date; information received after this date will not be\r\nconsidered. Candidates who meet the qualifications will remain on the certified\r\neligible list for a period of one (1) year. This list may also be used to fill\r\nsimilar positions within this classification in the future.\r\n

EXAMINATION PROCESS

\r\nThe\r\nassessment will involve a rating of your\r\napplication based on your education, training, and/or experience as it relates\r\nto the position's requirements.�Therefore, it is essential that\r\nyou provide complete and accurate information on your application.�Incomplete applications will not be accepted.\r\nPlease report all relevant experience and education.�For education obtained outside the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of equivalent\r\nAmerican education, as determined by a Foreign Credential Evaluation Service,\r\nat the time of hire. Please complete the supplemental questionnaire, if\r\napplicable. They will be used when rating applications. Please note that your\r\nanswers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information\r\nprovided on your completed application to receive credit. Missing or incomplete\r\nsupplemental questionnaires may impact the overall rating of your completed\r\napplication.\r\n\r\n\r\nIf you are a Veteran applying for this position, please submit\r\nyour DD 214 Long Form with your completed application to receive proper credit.\r\n\r\n\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

\r\nThe\r\nonline application process is�strongly�recommended. If you are unable to apply\r\nonline, you may submit a completed paper application and supplemental\r\nquestionnaire via email or fax to the addresses provided below. For fax or mail\r\nsubmissions, please ensure that each page includes your first and last name,\r\nthe recruitment number (located at the top of the posting), and the last four\r\ndigits of your Social Security number. All paper application materials must be\r\nreceived by�5:00 PM�on the closing date of\r\nthe recruitment. Applications received after this time, or those submitted with\r\nincorrect forms, will not be accepted. Postmarks will not be considered.\r\n\r\n\r\nMaryland Department of Juvenile Services-Recruitment &\r\nExamination Unit��\r\n217 E. Redwood Street��\r\nBaltimore, MD 21202�\r\nAttn:�Nicole\r\nJones, Recruitment #25-001972-0002�\r\nFax number 410-333-4188��\r\nTTY Users: call via Maryland Relay\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nIf you are having difficulty with your user account or have\r\ngeneral questions about the online application system, please contact the\r\nMaryland Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination\r\nDivision at 410-767-4850 or�Application.Help@maryland.gov.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nShould additional information regarding this recruitment be\r\nrequired, please contact the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services,\r\nRecruitment and Examination Unit at�djs.careers@maryland.gov. Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is\r\nlocated at the top of the bulletin.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nDJS is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to diversity\r\nin the workplace. Specifically, we value diverse experiences regarding the\r\neducational background and justice system contact.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nDJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our\r\ncountry. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nBilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome to\r\napply for all recruitments.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nCandidates with lived experience relating to the criminal/juvenile\r\nlegal system are encouraged to apply.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWe welcome experienced professionals transitioning from federal\r\nservice to explore rewarding career opportunities.\r\n\r\n\r\n