Location: Bel Air,MD, USA
Salary: $38,000.00 - $45,000.00 AnnuallyLocation : Bel Air MD 21015, MDJob Type: PERMANENT/FULL-TIMEJob Number: 24-082Department: Department of Public WorksOpening Date: 06/05/2024Closing Date: 10/23/2024 11:59 PM EasternFLSA: Non-ExemptNature of Work This is semi-skilled work as a helper to the Building Construction and Repair Supervisor, and/or journeyman Building Maintenance Mechanic. An employee in this class performs routine semi-skilled tasks in a variety of building trades and in grounds maintenance. Tasks are performed under the general supervision of either a Maintenance Mechanic or Lead Maintenance Worker depending on the area of work. Incumbents in this class may perform routine tasks independently, with completed tasks being inspected by a supervisor. Examples of Duties(The following examples illustrate the work performed in the positions in the class. Positions may require some or all of these examples depending on the organization of work within the department. The list is not inclusive. A position may require duties not listed, if necessary, to accomplish the work of the department.)Performs minor tasks in repair and renovation in the areas of carpentry, drywall, drop ceilings, floors, painting, finishing, and/or other trades under close supervisionAssists in the more difficult tasks in any of the building tradesKeeps equipment in safe and proper working orderOperate power tools assignedMoves and transports office furniture and/or surplus times, as requiredDrives County vehicle in carrying out assignments, as requiredBe able to communicate with othersUpon successful completion of the probationary period, complete the job and building repairs on an independent levelOther duties as assigned Minimum Qualification RequirementsKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Thorough knowledge of the common practices, procedures, materials and tools, and equipment used in the building trades and in grounds maintenanceKnowledge of the safety precautions followed in those areasSkill in the use of hand tools and ground toolsAbility to use and work from a ladder and to work on roofsCursory knowledge and understanding of shop drawings and blueprintsSkill in the use of and ability to use and maintain the hand, grounds, and power tools and equipment related to a position assigned under this classAbility to work effectively with others; to handle all material necessary to accomplish a job assignmentAbility to follow simple oral and written instructionsAbility to reach, grasp, climb, bend, stoop, kneel, and stand for prolonged periods of timeAbility to lift and move heavy objects up to 100 poundsAbility to work from drawings, sketches, specifications work orders and prepare simple work reportsAbility to drive a County vehicle and/or equipment while carrying out some assignments.EDUCATION:Possession of a high school, vocational-technical school, or possession of a GED certificate. EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of experience in building construction/maintenance work.LICENSE:A valid Class C non-commercial driver's license with no more than three (3) points. Please be advised this position requires a valid driver's license. Your application will not be considered if you fail to include the full driver's license number on the electronic application.CERTIFICATION:The selected candidate must obtain and maintain a Non-CDL Medical Certification within six (6) months of the hire date. SAFETY:Must comply with Harford County Safety Manual and ensure compliance with applicable OSHA and MOSH regulations.COMPENSATION:Other compensation may include but is not limited to:OvertimeCompensatory timeShift DifferentialsBENEFITS:Harford County offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:Health, Dental & Vision insuranceFlexible Spending Accounts State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and ChildrenGenerous Leave Package & Paid HolidaysTuition Reimbursement Notes The selected candidate is considered a critical employee (on-call 24/7) and will undergo random drug and/or alcohol testing.FRINGE BENEFITS(Effective July 1, 2023)ANNUAL LEAVE - Begin accruing first day of employment and cannot be taken until successful completion of probationary period, EXCESS of 40 DAYS (320 hours) will be deposited into an 106 Premium Reimbursement Account. 0 months - 3 years 1 day per month (12 days per year) 4 years - 9 years 1 ¼ days per month (15 days per year) 10 years - 15 years 1 ¾ days per month (21 days per year) Over 15 years 2 days per month (24 days per year)* Please note that leave is prorated according to your status determined by actual hours worked*SICK LEAVE - Begin accruing first day of employment (UMLIMITED ACCUMULATION) 1 day is allowed after first month of employment 1 ¼ days per month accumulationPERSONAL LEAVE - For new employees, personal leave is prorated according to schedule below, for the first year only. Any employee on board as of December 31st of each year automatically receives 8 days as of January 1st the following year. (NOTE: Personal Leave may not be taken until successful completion of probationary period; personal leave will be lost if not taken before December 31st of each year.) 1/1 to 1/31 6 days 4/1 to 4/30 3 days 2/1 to 2/28 5 days 5/1 to 5/31 2 days 3/1 to 3/31 4 days 6/1 to 6/30 1 day 7/1 to 12/31 0 daysFAMILY LEAVE - Up to 12 weeks per yearFUNERAL LEAVE - 3 days + 1 day for extended travelMILITARY LEAVE - 3 weeks per year with no loss in pay for Reserve or National Guard Training, Active Duty and serving during emergencies.CIVIL LEAVE - No loss in pay while serving Jury Duty.RETIREMENT -COUNTY EMPLOYEES: State Pension System 7% employee contributionLAW ENFORCEMENT (TO INCLUDE TEMPORARY DEPUTIES): LEOPS 7% Employee Contribution CORRECTIONS: SOPP 9% Employee ContributionCOUNTYFLEX - Provides the employee with a range of health care and other employee benefit options which gives employee the opportunity to design a benefit plan that best meets the employee's needs. Employee may use available credits to purchase the following:HEALTH INSURANCE - CareFirst Triple Option and BlueChoice Opt-Out Plus Open Access and Kaiser Permanente (all plans include prescription drug coverage)DENTAL INSURANCE - CareFirst Dental PPO Plus Plan and CareFirst Dental PPO PlanVISION INSURANCE - Provided through BlueVision Plus FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - Provided through American Fidelity. Employees may fund health and child care expenses on a pre-tax basis.PRE-TAX - All deductions for health, dental, vision and flexible spending accounts are subject to deductions from paycheck before federal and state taxes are applied.LIFE INSURANCE - Provided through MetLife - $50,000 policy - NO COST TO EMPLOYEESUPPLEMENTAL LIFE (TERM/WHOLE/UNIVERSAL AND AD&D)Provided through MetLife.LONG TERM DISABILITY - Provided through MetLife.DEFERRED COMPENSATION - Lincoln Financial Group - Retirement Consultant David Weiland Phone 410-###-#### Email- (Customer Service Representative 1-800-###-####)RETIREE HEALTH CARE INSURANCE BENEFITS- Employees hired on or after 7/1/2010 will have an automatic Retirement Health Savings account made available as the primary retiree healthcare benefit. This 105(h) Universal Reimbursement Account will only be able to be accessed upon separation of service and/or retirement whichever applicable. These accounts are employer funded, tax free, & portable with 20 different Nationwide investment options. These funds are solely for the use of offsetting your premium health care cost, prescriptions, co-pays and deductibles. Upon death funds are made available immediately to the surviving spouse or qualified dependents (as defined by the IRC 152 (a). DEATH BENEFITS - PAID BY COUNTY 50% of accumulated sick leave All accumulated annual leave Personal leave (maximum of 2 days) $50,000 life insurance One (1) month's salaryPAID BY RETIREMENTOne year's pay (after 1 year's service) plus employee's contributions refunded with interest.HOLIDAYS - 11 per year: New Year's Day January 1st Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 3rd Monday in January President's Day 3rd Monday in February Memorial Day last Monday in May Juneteenth June 19th Independence Day July 4th Labor Day 1st Monday in September Veteran's Day November 11th Thanksgiving Day 4th Thursday in November Friday after Thanksgiving Christmas Day December 25th OTHER BENEFITS: Employee Assistance Program Travel and Official Expense Reimbursement Uniforms and Safety Clothing Tuition Assistance Legal Plan