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Job Description:
Performs facility and equipment maintenance work at the County Solid Waste Facilities. Work involves performing general maintenance to buildings and grounds, driving tractors and other vehicles, and operating and maintaining mechanical landfill equipment. Work requires ability to follow instructions and is performed under close to general supervision.
Essential Job Functions
Performs general carpentry work on structures.
Builds sheds, ramps or similar structures.
Makes repairs to roofs of buildings and other components short of need for professional contracting services.
Repairs and maintains landfill equipment.
Operates tractors to haul fuel to off-road equipment.
Maintains fuel tank records.
Operates utility truck for home pickup and roll-off truck as needed.
Cuts grass and weeds with riding mower and weed eater.
Sprays herbicides and grass retardants at compactor site.
Washes vehicles and landfill equipment, changes oil, lubricates off-road equipment, changes tires.
Operates non-stationary compactor, loader and skid-steer loader.
Informs general public regarding solid waste procedures and regulations.
Picks up trash that blows out of landfill.
Operates hand tools and chain saws.
Cleans office sidewalks and shovels snow.
Works at compactor sites when needed.
Other Duties
Performs related work as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (These are pre-employment KSA that apply only to Essential Job Functions.)
Ability to--
Perform general building and equipment maintenance.
Operate trucks and tractors safely.
Follow oral and written instructions.
Deal effectively with the public.
Required Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education, training and relevant experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted on a full-time year for year basis.)
Training and/or Education:
Completion of the tenth grade.
Experience:
Two years of general building, labor, and equipment maintenance experience.
Licenses or Certificates:
Valid Class B commercial driver’s license and a current Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Regulations must be obtained within the first six (6) months of employment.
Special Requirements:
Must be 18 years of age.
Operation of County owned vehicle.
Subject to alcohol and drug testing.
Physical Demands:
Requires strenuous physical effort to perform manual work involving walking over rough, uneven terrain, repeated bending, climbing, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or lifting objects up to 100 pounds.
Unusual Demands:
Worker is exposed to dirt and soil, and hazards from working with equipment and tools.
Requires working in all weather conditions.
Required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Subject to call in or to remain on the job for emergencies.
FLSA Status:
Nonexempt
Compensation Steps:
Pay rate: $23.30 - $24.96 per hour; $42,406 - $45,427 annually
Grade 715, full-time position, 35 hours per week
Department of Public Works, Solid Waste
Position closing date: September 14, 2026
Please Note: This position will close at 11:59 p.m. on September 14, 2026. To be considered for the role, ensure that your application is submitted before the deadline. The position will be removed from the website as of 12:00 a.m. on September 15th.
This position allows for telework, meaning the employee may be able to work from home or another offsite location for part of the workweek, but they are still required to come into the office regularly. This arrangement is at the supervisor's discretion and may change based on business needs.
Calvert County Government offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include:
- 15 days of sick leave
- 10 days of annual leave
- 5 days of personal leave
- 13 paid holidays *14 in an election year
- Defined Contribution Plan
- 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Up to 80% tuition reimbursement
- Gym membership discounts
Please Note: A complete application is required to be considered for a position within Calvert County Government. All prior work experience, education, and other certifications should be entered into the application and supplemental questions should be answered completely. Attachments are not provided to hiring managers unless you are selected for an interview.
Calvert County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at recruitment@calvertcountymd.gov with as much notice as possible.
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