Building Maintenance
General maintenance and repair workers often carry out a variety of tasks in a single day. If you are mechanically inclined, like keeping things in proper working condition, troubleshooting issues, and fixing what is broken, this career may be for you.
A building maintenance worker is a “jack of all trades.” They can handle electrical, heating and air conditioning, carpentry, and drywall repairs and perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines run smoothly, systems operate efficiently, and the physical condition of buildings do not deteriorate. They handle tasks from general clean up to repairs, painting to landscaping.
Program Overview
Credential Earned:
Certification
No. of Classes Required:
6 Classes, 175 accumulated hours
Approximate Cost:
$2800 for tuition and fees, textbooks are additional
Format:
In classroom
This program takes six to nine months to complete. Courses are offered year-round, in the evenings and on weekends. Not all courses are offered every term.
Contact Information:
Kelly Zajicek
443.412.2163
Requirements:
Must be 18 years of age or older and possess mechanical ability.
Tenth grade reading level preferred.
Courses
Required Courses
Basic Carpentry
Basic Plumbing
Basic Electricity
Basic Refrigeration
Preparation for Refrigerant Recovery
OSHA 10-Hour
Recommended Additional Courses
Blueprint Reading
Boiler Plant Operator
First Aid/CPR
Forklift Certification
Employment
Employment of general maintenance and repair workers is expected to grow about 8 percent during the 2016-26 decade. Schools, hotels, hospitals, office buildings, apartment complexes, arenas, and college campuses are just some examples of where building maintenance people are always needed.
General maintenance and repair workers in Maryland can earn up to about $51,000* per year, and some positions may include additional perks like use of a vehicle, or even an apartment at a reduced (or no) rent.
* Completion of this program does not guarantee this salary.