BUILDING MAINTENANCE MANAGER (Maintenance Supervisor I, Non-Licensed)

Introduction

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The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) supports State and local government agencies, as well as local non-profit organizations and the citizens of Maryland, by providing facilities management, real estate and surplus property services, as well as security and law enforcement for State buildings. DGS is also responsible for a full spectrum of facilities engineering, design and construction services, almost $1 billion in annual contract administration, and overseeing the State procurement process. Here at DGS, we truly Do Great Service⦠Consider joining our team!

GRADE

16

LOCATION OF POSITION

Office of Facilities Management

(Anne Arundel) 361 Rowe Boulevard, Annapolis, MD

(Baltimore City) 500 North Calvert Street, Baltimore, MD

(Howard County) 3451 Courthouse Drive, Ellicott City, MD

Main Purpose of Job

This position functions as the facilities Building Manager for an assigned building within the region. The Building Manager will assist the Regional Manager in implementing of budgetary items to be purchased, oversee building maintenance contracts, preparing various reports/documents, monitoring the building maintenance operations, assisting in the interviewing and hiring procedures, supervising lower-level maintenance and administrative employees, evaluating employeeâs performance and establishing new operating methods for maintenance.Â

This is an Emergency Essential position subject to emergency release procedures. Employees in this position must be willing and available for duty at all hours, day or night, and are required to remain or report for duty at all hours as needed to maintain the continuous operation of this agency.Â

If you are the selected candidate for this position, you will be required to complete a Pre-Employment Physical, which will assess your ability to safely perform the essential functions of this position.

POSITION DUTIES

Duties for this position include but are not limited to:

• Organize, schedule and coordinate the technical maintenance work and installation service rendered by skilled, semi-skilled, and un-skilled employees.
• Respond to routine requests, concerns or problems regarding the building tenants. Assist and supervise DGS maintenance staff.
• Monitor gauges and panels for HVAC system and various equipment; make temperature checks and adjust thermostats accordingly.
• Assist in preparation of contractual specifications for construction projects, or repairs, interior/exterior throughout the facility that are performed by contractors and State employees.
• Enforce all building policies, procedures and regulations to accomplish an effective building operation.
• Drives state vehicles; performing pick-up and delivery of materials. Perform other duties and responsibilities as required, that enable DGS to fulfill its mission of providing and maintaining buildings that are safe, secure and operationally efficient.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:Â Eighth grade.

Experience: Six years experience in building maintenance or building construction trades including five years of responsibility assigning, reviewing and approving the work of others and disciplining, evaluating the performance of, and recommending the hiring, firing and promoting of others.

See Special Requirements section for motor vehicle operatorâs license requirement.

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

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Strong preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding all qualifications.

• Experience in building management, with direct responsibility for overseeing building operations and maintenance of a commercial building.Â
• Experience in purchasing budgetary items and preparing maintenance contract specifications.
• Professional training, union certification, or completion of a certified/accredited training program in a skilled trade, apprenticeship program, or vocational school is

preferred.

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

A motor vehicle operatorâs license valid in the State of Maryland is required for this position.

SELECTION PROCESS

It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Please include all experience and education that is related to this position. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date; information submitted after the closing date will not be considered. Credit is given for relevant part-time, temporary or volunteer experience based on the number of hours worked per week; you must include the time spent on such activities on your application.

Note that for any position requiring a college degree or college credit, you will be required to submit a college transcript prior to being offered a position. You may submit your transcript as part of the application process.

The examination for this position will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the position.  Successful candidates will be placed on the employment eligibility list categorized as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED, or QUALIFIED. The eligibility list will be valid for one year and may be extended. The list will be used by the hiring authority to select employees for interviews. Eligible lists may be used to fill future vacancies of the same classification.

Please note, selected candidates may be required to complete and successfully pass a State and Federal fingerprint background check prior to being hired.

You must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply.

BENEFITS

The State of Maryland offers a generous benefits package that includes:

• Tuition reimbursement, if funding is available, for those who qualify
• Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis
• Generous paid leave that increases with years of service
• Paid holidays
• Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs
• Employee & employer contributory pension planÂ

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STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Contact linda.wallace@maryland.gov or call 410-767-1386 with questions about this recruitment.  The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. Apply online at dgs.maryland.gov â Human Resources > Employment > Current Openings. If you are unable to submit your application online, please send your paper application to: Human Resources, Dept. of General Services, 301 W. Preston St., Suite 1311, Baltimore, MD 21201 by the closing date and time. TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

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As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the Stateâs diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.