Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement:

IBBR is a joint research enterprise of the University of Maryland, College Park, the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology. IBBR leverages state-of-art integrative methods for bioanalytical, biophysical and structural characterization of biomolecules: cryo-electron microscopy, nuclear magnetic resonance, x-ray crystallography, small angle neutron and x-ray scattering and mass spectrometry. IBBR researchers seek to advance therapeutic development, biomanufacturing, and state-of-the-art measurement technologies, to support accelerated delivery of safe and effective medicines to the public. IBBR is a major initiative and supported in part by the University of Maryland Strategic Partnership: MPowering the State (MPower), an initiative designed to achieve innovation and impact through collaboration.

Job Summary:

Under direct supervision, assists in performing semi-skilled tasks/repairs for specialized lab facilities, including greenhouse, mass spec, NMR labs, and vivarium including maintenance repairs.  Assists with events, loading dock, and other general tasks as needed. 

Primary Duties:

1. Performs minor repairs and maintenance in IBBR labs, including the greenhouse and plant transformation facility. Performs routine preventive maintenance according to established schedules and instructions, including basic plumbing fixtures, changing filters, and routine cleaning of equipment.

2. Supports and assists maintenance senior mechanics and journey level trades personnel with assigned projects and work orders. Work orders may be in specialized research environments at the IBBR including the vivarium and test beds.

3. Completes routine reports of assigned maintenance projects, including updating the electronic work ticket system on status.

4. Conduct scheduled and unscheduled inspections of lab systems and equipment at the direction of senior mechanics. Note and report deficiencies.

5. Assist IBBR Shop Keeper with shipping and receiving of lab equipment, as needed.

Physical Demands:

Work is performed in both an office environment and in the lab. Incumbent will be
required to perform hands-on tasks as well as to inspect the work of others, which will
require the ability to work in tight spaces, lifting (50 lbs), bending, stooping, and working
at heights. Incumbent must be able to wear and work in personal protective equipment.
Must maintain a valid class C Maryland


Licenses/ Certifications:

Driver's license or equivalent with fewer than 6 points.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION:

EXPERIENCE: Two years related work experience in the trade where assigned.

OTHER:

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Working knowledge of building construction or maintenance and repair practices and techniques used in the trade where assigned; of safety practices and procedures related to the assigned trade. Working knowledge and skill in the use of tools and equipment of the trade. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; to complete logs, work order forms and simple reports; to make adjustments, repairs and replacements to building fixtures and mechanical equipment; to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment or machinery; to work at heights up to 35 feet; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools, supplies and/or exert force up to 70 lbs.; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on machinery and equipment; to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces and adverse weather or temperature conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.

OTHER:

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. A non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license valid in the State of Maryland may be required. Candidates selected for employment may be required to be trained to work with asbestos.

Additional Job Details

Work will be performed on-site at IBBR, located at 9600 Gudelsky Drive, Rockville Maryland

Preferences:
 

Required Application Materials:

 

Best Consideration Date:

 

Posting Close Date: 11/24/2026

 

Open Until Filled: No

 

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

Financial Disclosure Required

No

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Department

CMNS-IBBR

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Regular

Salary Range

$41,524.00 - $49,829.00

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization.  Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice

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