Service Year Option - Skilled Trades Assistant

Job Summary

The Skilled Trades Assistant is an entry-level role designed to provide hands-on exposure to hospital facilities operations, maintenance, and skilled trades. Working under close supervision, this role supports the Facilities Engineering team with basic tasks while learning core skills related to building systems, safety, and equipment maintenance. This position is ideal for individuals exploring careers in the skilled trades (electrical, HVAC, carpentry, or general maintenance) and provides a pathway into advanced facilities roles.

About the Role

This is a learning-focused, hands-on role—you'll spend much of your time assisting and observing experienced trades staff. The work is physical and active, including walking, lifting, and working in different areas of the hospital. Tasks may seem basic at first (cleaning, assisting, transporting), but they are essential to operations. You'll often work under close supervision, especially while learning safety procedures. The environment can include mechanical rooms, outdoor spaces, and active job sites. No two days are exactly the same—priorities shift based on facility needs.

Responsibilities

• Aid Facilities staff with basic maintenance and repair tasks
• Support preventative maintenance activities across hospital systems
• Help with groundskeeping, cleaning mechanical spaces, and organizing work areas
• Transport materials, tools, and equipment to job sites
• Observe and assist skilled trades (electricians, HVAC technicians, carpenters)
• Perform basic tasks such as changing filters, cleaning equipment, and minor repairs
• Report safety concerns or maintenance issues to supervisors
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and functional environment across the facility

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required
• Maryland resident
• Individuals eligible for the Maryland Service Year Program (generally ages 18–24)
• Experience: None required
• Licensure/Certification: Valid driver’s license preferred (if operating vehicles/equipment)

Qualifications

• Interest in hands-on work or skilled trades (electrical, HVAC, carpentry, etc.)
• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision
• Basic mechanical aptitude or willingness to learn
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Basic communication skills

Skills & Abilities

• Interest in hands-on work or skilled trades (electrical, HVAC, carpentry, etc.)
• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision
• Basic mechanical aptitude or willingness to learn
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Basic communication skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, 401k plan, education assistance program, and employee assistance program
• Shift differential for evening, night, or weekend shifts

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details about the schedule are not specified in the job posting.