Full-Time

Zone Mechanic

Updated on 9/3/2026

Deadline 7/1/27
Johns Hopkins University

Johns Hopkins University

Research university in Baltimore, MD

Compensation Overview

$32/hr

Baltimore, MD, USA

In Person

Category
General Maintenance & Repair (1)
Required Skills
OSHA
Plumbing

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Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Training in multiple trades programs at a vocational or technical school, college, or apprenticeship sponsor organization is required.
  • Five years of related work experience in a multi-complex maintenance environment is required; full-time equivalent time spent in trades programs may count toward this requirement.
  • Knowledge of basic electrical, carpentry, mechanical, and plumbing techniques, procedures, and materials is required.
  • Knowledge of building elements and codes is required.
  • Knowledge of safety rules, procedures, and practices, including the proper use of safety equipment as defined by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and industry standards, is required.
  • The candidate must be able to apply trade and safety knowledge, safely use the specified tools and equipment, solve problems, manage information, and identify and avoid hazards indicated by warning labels, signage, lights, and other warning devices.
  • The candidate must be able to read and interpret schematic and construction drawings, service manuals, and other technical documents.
  • The candidate must be able to work in shop, mechanical-area, and outdoor environments with exposure to dust, heat, cold, noise, fumes, extreme temperatures, and other weather conditions.
  • The candidate must be able to work in confined spaces and awkward positions, at heights of up to 30 feet using ladders, lifts, and equipment, and stand, walk, or sit for extended periods.
  • The candidate must be able to transport, position, load, and unload tools, equipment, and materials, including pushing or pulling loaded hand trucks weighing up to 75 pounds.
  • The candidate must use protective safety devices, including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, infection-prevention apparel or apparatus, and a back belt.
  • The candidate must have attention to detail, visual acuity, and manual dexterity.
Responsibilities
  • Perform inspection, maintenance, and repair work on building systems and components under general supervision.
  • Use tools and techniques across electrical, carpentry, mechanical, and plumbing technologies.
  • Make decisions based on trade practices and supervisor direction within the scope of the position.
  • Recommend and participate in developing, improving, and implementing departmental maintenance operations based on current and anticipated workload.
  • Train peer and lower-level positions as directed by the supervisor.
  • Identify, analyze, diagnose, and resolve routine maintenance problems.
  • Follow instructions provided by blueprints, drawings, written materials, work orders, and oral instruction.
  • Communicate in writing and orally with the supervisor and departmental and Johns Hopkins Medicine staff.
  • Assimilate Johns Hopkins Hospital and departmental missions, policies, and procedures, including specific job-safety requirements.
  • Use tools and equipment normally used in various trades, including specialized equipment, powered bench and hand tools such as drills, grinders, and compressed air, and non-powered hand tools.
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