THE MEDICAL HEART OF MARYLAND

Treating over 330,000 patients every year, the University of Maryland Medical Center is at the vital core of Maryland’s health care system and community. We’re known for our prestigious expertise in innovative research and education, along with the talented staff and advanced centers that make it all possible. The R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, the world’s first center dedicated to trauma, treats more than 7,500 critically injured patients a year with an incredible 97 percent survival rate. We also have one of the nation’s largest kidney and pancreas transplant programs at The Joseph and Corinne Schwartz Division of Transplantation, home to Maryland’s first steroid-free protocol and pancreas/kidney transplant. From our National Cancer Institute-designated UM Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Cancer Center to The University of Maryland’s Children’s Hospital, one of the largest pediatric centers in the state, we are dedicated to saving and transforming lives.

II. Principal Responsibilities and Tasks

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

Specialists perform multiple mechanical, electrical and/or construction duties while specializing in at least two of the following: Plumbing, Electrical, Electronics, Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning.
1. Performs journey level work in assigned trades. Analyzes and evaluates equipment, troubleshoots problems and performs repairs on various equipment systems, such as, vacuum, medical gas and control air, plumbing, heating ventilation and air conditioning and controls, electrical distribution and electronics.
2. Organizes and coordinates the technical maintenance or construction work and installation services rendered by skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled workers assigned to a multi trade work team.
3. Prepares estimates of time, labor and materials. Ensures that assigned projects adhere to time and cost estimates. Monitors work on site and notifies supervisor of problems, scheduling or deadline issues.
4. Participates in ordering and maintaining inventory and records on all assigned equipment and vehicles, as needed, in accordance with departmental procedures. Documents maintenance of all equipment and vehicles.
5. Prepares requisitions and obtains materials needed to complete assigned projects. Ensures cost effective use of materials allocated
6. Maintains knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and concepts including the ability to properly document maintenance activities. Trains mechanics to perform preventive maintenance properly.
7. Maintains direct communication with Multi-Trade Team Leaders and other department personnel regarding job status.
8. Maintains work areas so that they are in compliance with safety, sanitation and security standards at all times. Reports injuries and accidents in accordance with departmental procedures.

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.
• Journeyman’s license in one of the following areas: Electrical, Plumbing, Steamfitter, HVAC or a certification in electronics from an appropriate technical school preferred.
• Four years of experience in the primary licensed/certified trade. Two years valid technical experience in the secondary area of expertise with the ability to perform quality workmanship in accordance with accepted standards.
• No experience required if entering Skilled Trades Apprenticeship Program.