Mechanic II, Preventive Maintenance
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 15, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 28, 2026. Howard County Public School System scores B on the Alion truth index.
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ABOUT THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Before you begin, please read the job posting below carefully including the Application Requirements specific to this position. Be sure your application reflects experience and education required to meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications listed. Our application guide includes detailed instructions to assist you. Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes.
Please note that application submission will be available only through 11:59 PM on the dateprior to the indicated end date. If no end date is indicated, the posting will remain open indefinitely.
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DESCRIPTION
This position is a semi-skilled worker in the maintenance of heating,ventingand air-conditioning (HVAC) equipment. An employee in this class performs scheduled preventive maintenance on installed equipment with general supervision from a lead worker, collects and records information needed for ordering supplies and materials; assists HVAC mechanics in various tasks; works independently on assigned duties, and keeps accurate records of time and materials used for each work assignment. Performance is evaluated on a regular basis. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position is not exempt from overtime.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A combination of education and experience may be considered.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
At least (2) two years of experience in general maintenance, including preventive maintenance, repairs, orservicing ofsystems and equipment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate for this role will alsopossessa combination of theadditionalqualifications below. If youdon’tmeet every one of the preferred qualifications, we still encourage you to apply, as we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Education:
CFC Certification
Experience:
Experience in preventive maintenance, repair, or servicing of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems and equipment.
Experience working in an educational or institutional environment.
Completion of or current enrollment in a vocational or technical program specializing in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC).
ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Thebelow listis a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of allpossible jobresponsibilities, tasks, and duties.
Replaces needed belts and filters; greases and lubricates equipment.
Inspects equipment for needed repairs and replacement of expendable parts; notifies supervisor when repairs are needed.
Maintainsaccuraterecords of work assignments, including time and materials used.
Cleans andmaintainssawdust collectors (bags, belts, greasingmotorsand bearings).
Removes and installs new shafts, bearings, and squirrel cage units; installs grease fittings for bearings and motors, cleans out drains on condensate pans, vacuums andsprayscoils with cleaners, adjusts motors and pulleys.
Cleans cooling towers, installs new grommets, lubricates motors and bearings.
Assist HVAC Technicians in removing,rebuildingand/or installing pumps and exhaust fans, cleaning air ducts and vents and changing motors.
Employee Safety
The employee is responsible forthe use of safety devices and protective equipment in order tominimize the frequency and severity of work-related accidents. The employee is responsible forusing safe practices and methods in the operation and supplies related to their job.
The employee is further responsible for correcting any conditions within the building or grounds that may be hazardous to employees, students, or staff assigned to the building and reporting same to the appropriate administrator.
The employee is responsible forthe safety and maintenance conditionof their assigned vehicle.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The below list is a summary of the knowledge, skills, and abilitiesrequiredfor success in this position, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list.
Thorough knowledge of belt sizes and filter dimensions.
Knowledge of the principles of air-conditioning and air-conditioning maintenance methods.
Ability tomaintainair-conditioning equipment.
Working knowledge of air compressors, pneumatic controls, electronic temperature controls, relay systems, thermostats, VAV systems, VFDs, rooftop and other air-handling units, including gas-fired units, chillers, energy management systems, pumps (2 and 4-pipe systems).
Ability to listen to equipment in operation and todeterminemalfunctions.
Knowledge of the principles of safety and electricity.
Knowledge of standard parts, tools, and test equipment used in the trade.
Ability to read diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals and to implement that knowledge in actual performance.
Ability to plan work and keepaccuraterecords of work performed and materials used.
Ability to communicate effectively with administrators and custodial staff and get along well with others.
Ability tomaintainaccuraterecords of work assignments, including time and materials used.
Ability to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment and systems.
Ability to troubleshoot HVAC equipment,assistingthe HVAC Technicians.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, squat, climb, and use arm and hand movements.
Ability to carry tools andto handlematerials and equipment of 80 to 100 pounds.
Ability to work at heights on aerial lifts, scaffolding,stepladdersand/or extension ladders.
Ability to crawl in, under, over, or through equipment and work in confined spaces.
Ability to work overtime and respond to emergency calls.
ADDITIONALREQUIREMENTS
Physical Requirements
Ability to climb and work from scaffolds, ladders, catwalks, aerial lifts, and bucket trucks.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, squat, climb, and use arm and hand movements.
Ability to carry tools and to handlematerials and equipment of 80 to 100 pounds.
Ability to crawl in, under, over, or through equipment.
The person selected for this position must meet all requirements of the physical examination administered by a medical service selected by the Howard County Department of Education.
Licensure
Possession of a Maryland Class C driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
Prior to any employment offer, the selected candidate will need to provide a copy of their license and consent toa review oftheir driving record.For positions requiring a CDL, a query of yourrecordwill also be run in the Federal Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.
Working Hours
The duty day for this position is8.5hours including a one hour/thirty-minute duty-free lunch.
This position isdesignatedas an “emergency employee” under the AFSCME negotiated agreement and may require a response during inclement weather and other emergencies. When work cannot be scheduled during the school year during normal hours, weekend/evening and shift work may berequiredas allowed by the AFSCME negotiated agreement. Maintenance employees are issued a school system cell phone to receive calls from their supervisor and respond to emergency events as needed.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Complete applications must besubmitted, and once your application has beensubmitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes.Incomplete applications will not beconsidered.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
SELECTIONCRITERIA
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included in further evaluation.Interviews will be limited to those applicants who, in addition to meeting the basic requirements, have experience and education which most closely match thepositionqualifications and the needs of the school system.
Applicants maybe requiredto complete a skills assessment prior to or during the interview process.
EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION
Compensation
This is a12-month per year position in theAmerican Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME)employee unit. Thecurrent salary range for this position is GradeVIon theMaintenance/Warehousesalary scale. Step placement will bein accordance withthe salary procedures of the Howard County Public School System and theAFSCMEMaster Agreement which considers relevant prior experience. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position isnot exempt from overtime.
Retirement
Membership in the Maryland State Retirement Agency (MSRA) pension plan is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria defined in the State Personnel and Pensions Article and the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR). A qualifying employee cannot reject membership, nor can an ineligible employeeelectmembership.The annualcontribution to the pension plan will be 7% of an employee’s annual salary.
Benefits
HCPSS offers acomprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.Information aboutadditionalbenefits such as paid time off can be found in thenegotiated agreement for employees in this bargaining unit.
Pre-EmploymentRequirements
Professional references will be contacted prior to any offerofemployment. Recommended candidates willbe requiredtoprovide references from current and recent supervisors.
All employees, regular and temporary, must be fingerprinted, have a criminal background investigation completed, and successfully complete the Maryland Employment History Review,pursuant toSection 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland.In addition, some positions will requirecompletion of a physical examination and/or drug testing.
Anyone offered employment isrequiredto provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the United States. HCPSSparticipates in E-Verify anddoes not offer employee sponsorship.
For questionsregardingthisposting, please contactPhilip Wentt([email protected])OR[email protected].
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
To request an accommodation during the application or interview process due to a documented disability, please email [email protected].
HCPSS celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any kind. HCPSS is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees in providing them with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at HCPSS are based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, veteran status or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.