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Building Maintenance Worker I Custodial
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What they do
A Maintenance Helper or Assistant assists maintenance mechanics. Repairs and maintains equipment and machines, such as cars or heating systems. May assemble or adjust machines as directed by a head mechanic.
$39,239 / year median in Maryland
+5% projected growth
Job Description
•In order to be considered for this position, you must submit an employment application per the instructions below
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BUILDING MAINTENANCE WORKER I
(2nd Shift Custodial Position)
ALLEGANY COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS SUMMARY
This is a manual labor position. An employee in this class cleans office buildings and similar facilities and assists with other general maintenance activities.
QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or equivalent, some housekeeping and/or maintenance experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid Driver's License. Eligibility for coverage under the County's motor vehicle insurance policy. Must be able to pass the prescribed physical for this position.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Must have working knowledge of: cleaning equipment; the rules of safety and accident prevention; cleaning materials, both liquid and paste; and other related items commonly used in cleaning of offices and public buildings. Must be willing and able to learn to operate a buffing machine and other related equipment. Ability to gain access to and work in and around tightly spaced equipment, lift and position equipment weighing up to 100 pounds, and to work in inclement weather and under adverse work-site conditions. (A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.)
SALARY AND BENEFITS
This is a Part-Time Contractual position with an hourly rate $17.45 to $25.31 Part-time positions receive limited benefits. Detailed benefit and policy information can be found on the Human Resources page of the Allegany County website at: https://www.alleganygov.org/1842/Employee-Benefits-Resources Applications and Complete Job Description are available in the Main Lobby at the address below or on the Web at: http://alleganygov.org/Jobs.aspx (NO
PHONE CALLS PLEASE
) Applications are required and must be returned to: Allegany County Office Complex 701 Kelly Road Cumberland, MD 21502
•Mailed applications must be postmarked no later than Wednesday, September 16, 2026
•DEADLINE
FOR APPLICATION IS WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2026 ALLEGANY COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Pay:
$17.45 - $25.31 per hour
Benefits:
Paid time off
Work Location:
In person