Floor Covering Mechanic, Dept. of Facility Maintenance; upcounty​/Ad Closes

Summary

Summary Description Under direction, performs skilled work in the installation and repair of tile, carpeting, linoleum, and other surface materials in schools and central offices. The role involves installing a variety of floor coverings, repairing and replacing worn coverings, inspecting worn or damaged coverings, and estimating time and materials needed for replacement. School administrators may be consulted concerning work project schedules and selection of material.

The employee is expected to be able to install and repair all types of floor covering.
Physical Demands: Ability to perform work requiring extensive kneeling, standing, lifting and sustained physical exertion.
Special Requirements: Completion of MCPS Floor Covering Mechanic Skills Test at the required score.

A written and/or hands‑on assessment may be given. The wage range for this position is between $25.40 and $36.27 per hour, based on years of service. For information about benefits, please follow the link below.

• Job:
  Maintenance / Trades
• Job Grade: 15
• Organization:
  Offices
• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  Silver Spring
• Schedule:
  
  Full‑time
• Working Months: 12
• Shift: Day Job
• Job Posting:
  Feb 26, 2026, 7:12:18 AM

• Completion of MCPS Floor Covering Mechanic Skills Test at the required score.
• Considerable knowledge of standard methods, materials, and tools of the floor covering trade; considerable knowledge of carpentry maintenance and repair procedures, with particular reference to floors.
• Ability to repair and install the common types of floor covering materials; ability to read, write, and perform basic arithmetic; ability to make accurate estimates of time and materials.
• Skill in the use and care of tools, equipment, and materials of the floor covering trade.
• Satisfactory completion of a job skills test may be required.
• Good human relations and communications skills.
• Knowledge of and the ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

• High School or GED diploma required.
• Considerable experience in installation and repair of a variety of floor coverings.
• Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.
• Certificate / License:
  Possession of a valid Maryland noncommercial class C driver’s license, or equivalent.