SKILLED TRADES SPECIALIST IV

This Recruitment is for MULTIPLE locations: (1) MSP Prince Frederick Barrack, Prince Frederick County 

and (1) MSP Headquarters, Baltimore County

It is important that all experience be fully documented. Failure to ANSWER ALL SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS SPECIFICALLY AND ACCURATELY may cause the candidate to be rejected. PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY. 

 

➤ The application is part of the examination process. Your answers will determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the selection process. 

➤ Clearly describe your qualifications in detail. Credit cannot be given for education, training, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities that you fail to indicate. 

➤ Do not leave any answer spaces blank; if a question does not apply, write "N/A". 

➤ Although you may attach a resume to further describe your qualification, it does not substitute for completing the application form. An incomplete application form may result in disqualification. Do NOT write "see resume" in your work history or responses to supplemental questions. 

➤ Failure to comply with these instructions may result in disqualification. 

➤ Read the Job Announcement carefully for specific filing instructions, supplemental questions, and final filing dates.

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Department of Maryland State Police

Facilities Management Division

210 Main Street

Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Department of Maryland State Police

Facilities Management Division

1201 Reisterstown Road

Pikesville MD, 21208

To perform and supervise skilled work in plumbing, carpentry, electrical, HVAC, locksmithing, painting, welding, and related trades in support of maintaining, repainting, and improving Maryland State Police facilities statewide.

-Performs skilled work in the maintenance, repair, alteration, and remodeling of buildings, offices, or other facilities.

-Performs rough and finished carpentry, including construction and repairing partitions, doors, windows, furniture, and cabinetry, using blueprints, sketches, and power equipment.

-Applies plaster to walls and ceilings and performs concrete and masonry work, including brick, block, and cement repairs.

-Repairs, installs, and maintains locks and locking systems; cuts keys and codes tumblers as needed.

-Repairs doors, door checks, and door locks

-Installs pre-hung, slab, wood-framed, and metal doors and window frames.

-Performs drywall work and patches damaged wall surfaces.

-Installs new flooring including; wood, linoleum, carpet, and tile.

-Performs bench carpentry using shop equipment and power tools such as drills, saws, sanders, planers, air nailers, routers, and radial arm saws.

-Repairs or replaces defective roofing using materials such as roll roofing, roof coating, primer sealers, flashing, etc., and installs roofing materials.

-Assembles, installs, and repairs water pipes, fittings, fixtures, and heating, and drainage systems.

-Operates central air conditioning and boiler systems; performs inspections and routine safety maintenance.

-Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs on HVAC systems. 

-Installs and maintains electrical equipment and fixtures, including motors, generators, power distribution systems, switches and control devices, in accordance with electrical codes.

-Maintains and performs minor repairs to lawn maintenance equipment.

-Operates a state-owned pickup truck equipped with a snow plow to assist with snow removal.

-Operates a state-owned pickup truck on public roadways.

-Mixes and prepares paint; paints a variety of surfaces, both inside and outside of buildings, using brushes, spray guns, and rollers.

-Interprets building plans and drawings to determine the necessary materials, tools, and sequence of work to be performed for large projects.

-Reads, interprets, and updates blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams to guide installations and repairs.

-Estimates materials, labor, and time required for projects; maintains logs and work order documentation.

-Oversees the work of contractors and provides on-the-job training to ensure adherence to project specifications and safety standards.

-Coordinates technical maintenance activities and ensures compliance with applicable safety regulations (e.g., MOSHA, OSHA).

-The ability to comprehend written and oral instructions.

-Works independently in the absence of supervision.

-Prepares reports and requisitions for materials, tools, and equipment;
verifies receipts against specifications.

-Performs incidental facility maintenance and upkeep tasks as needed
to ensure safe and functional grounds.

-Interacts with customers to determine maintenance, repair or
remodeling preferences and requirements. The ability to regularly appear for work and complete assigned tasks within a reasonable period of time.

-Responds to emergency call-outs before and after normal work hours and on weekends or holidays for emergency situations, as required.

-Demonstrates continuous efforts to: improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively to provide quality, seamless customer service

-Establishes, maintains, and fosters positive and harmonious working
relationships with those contacted during the normal course of business.

-Performs other related duties.

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.

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.

Only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be considered for this classification. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment Eligible List categorized as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED and QUALIFIED and remain eligible for consideration for at least one year from the date of examination. The list will be used by the hiring manager to select employees.

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement, or the rating may be based on your application. Report all experience and education that is related to this position. Applicants may be given a physical examination and will be subject to an interview, background investigation, polygraph examination and substance abuse testing.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

NOTE: Currently, applicants are limited to uploading one file. As a result, it is strongly urged that those applying upload ALL required and additional documents (undergraduate and graduate transcripts, resumes, etc.) as one file. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit an application via mail. The Maryland State Application Form can be found online.

*If you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact the Maryland State Police at 410-653-4329

*TTY Users: Call Maryland Relay

*We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply

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

*Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply

 

Completed applications, required documentation and any required addendums may be mailed to:

Maryland State Police

Human Resources Division

1201 Reisterstown Road

Pikesville, MD 21208

ATTN: Amirah VonHendricks

amirah.vonhendricks@maryland.gov

It is the policy of the Maryland State Police to comply with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting employment discrimination and to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, gender, identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected status.