Four County Electric Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $54,181.00 - $87,860.00 Annually
Location : Ridge Road Fleet Repair shop, Ellicott City, MD
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 26-00446
Department: County Administration
Division: County Admin - Fleet Mayfield
Opening Date: 08/04/2026
Closing Date: 8/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
POSITION SUMMARY/CLASS DESCRIPTION
Howard County:
Conveniently located in the heart of central Maryland between Baltimore and Washington, Howard County offers the charm of a historic past mixed with the excitement of a cosmopolitan community.
Howard County Government:
Howard County Government is a leader in innovation, sustainability, and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in the country. In 2025, Howard County Government received a record-breaking 83 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) - the highest number of annual NACo awards achieved in the history of the State of Maryland, and the highest number of awards out of any county in the State of Maryland which received a collective 136 awards. NACo is the leading organization representing county-level government operations. These awards recognize innovative and transformative programs that provide new services for county residents, improve existing programs, upgrade working conditions, and enhance citizen participation and public policymaking.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for outstanding individuals to join our team and contribute to excellence in Howard County operations.
What you'll like most about working at Howard County Government:

• We are committed to workplace excellence in every area of County government.
• We have a highly talented, diverse, and inclusive workplace. Your input will not only be heard, but it will be encouraged!
• We offer competitive compensation and great benefits including medical, retirement, and wellness programs.
• As a member of the Howard County Government team, you'll be helping drive our culture and directly impact what makes us an amazing place to work.

POSITION SUMMARY:
Performs journeyman level work in the maintenance and repair of a wide variety of turf equipment, to include light to heavy duty automotive equipment in a County shop. Work under the supervision of a Motor Equipment Mechanic II or a technical superior.
Current daily work hours are: 06:30am - 3:00pm.
STARTING SALARY HIRING RANGE:
$26.05 - $26.71
$54,181 - $55,552
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Performs journeyman level work in the maintenance and repair of a wide variety of automotive equipment. Work is performed with general supervision from a trades superior. Assignments are stable in nature and are carried out in accordance with accepted trades standards and applicable regulations. An employee in this class performs vehicle and equipment repair and maintenance tasks and assists master mechanics in the most unusual or complex assignments. Contacts with others are on a routine basis, including contacts with vendors and other County employees.
***Please note that this position falls within a collective bargaining unit and is represented by AFSCME Local 3085, Local 3888, or Local 1810. ***
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Equipment Inspection, Diagnosis and Testing:

• Inspects malfunctioning automotive and heavy construction equipment to determine cause of malfunction.
• Performs complete engine tune-ups and wheel alignments using standard testing equipment.
• May be required to road test equipment.

Mechanical Repair and Maintenance:

• Adjusts, repairs, or replaces components such as brakes, steering systems, lamps, belts, hoses, fuel systems, pumps, and tires.
• Performs maintenance and repair on heavy and light equipment, trucks, and other vehicles.
• Replaces batteries, alternators, generators, air-conditioning units, motors, and related components.
• Performs routine mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic system repairs.

• May work on hydrostatic, direct drive, or drive-belt operated grounds maintenance equipment.
• May repair small and light equipment such as chainsaws, electric motors, lawn mowers, and weed eaters.

Shop operations and Tool Maintenance:

• Performs routine shop duties and maintains tools and shop equipment.

Recordkeeping and Administrative Tasks:

• Maintains records of time and materials used on each job, equipment conditions, and repairs performed.
• Enters job information into fleet management computer systems.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade and completion of an approved apprenticeship in automotive maintenance OR four (4) years of experience as an automotive mechanic's helper.
Possession or eligibility to obtain a Maryland Class B driver's license. May require possession of such licensure during tenure of employment as a Motor Equipment Mechanic I, if required by work assignment.
PREFERRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and practices of the automotive mechanic trade and construction equipment.
• Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the work.
• Knowledge of the use, operation, maintenance, and repair of heavy equipment and other vehicles.
• Skill in locating and determining the cause of automotive and construction equipment malfunctions.
• Skill in adjusting defects in motor equipment.
• Skill in the use and care of tools employed in the automotive mechanic trade.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, to include reading and interpreting automotive maintenance manuals furnished by the manufacturer or online applications (Alldata or Shop pro).
• Ability to complete routine reports of work accomplished.
• Ability to learn theory and maintenance of diesel, hydraulic, air and water engines.
• Ability to learn and use computerized fleet management system.
• May require proficiency in welding as demonstrated by the successful passage of tests as appropriate.
• ASE or EVT certification preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
This position is designated as Emergency and Essential and may be subject to mandatory call-in during any emergency or inclement weather situation as determined by the Bureau Chief. The employee may be required to remain at the work-site for several consecutive days or longer under emergency conditions.
LANGUAGE SKILLS, MATHEMATICAL SKILLS, AND REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
TO APPLY: You must complete an employment application online to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes cannot be substituted for completion of the job application work history. No paper applications will be accepted.
Selected candidates may be subject to drug screening, background screening, and reference checks.
At time of application, please submit a copy of any college degree, coursework, licenses, or certifications that you have referenced on your application. Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. may need to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://www.naces.org) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation (https://www.wes.org/).
Howard County Government is not sponsoring employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Howard County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The County prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources directly at . Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.
The following is a summary of the benefits available to Howard County employees who hold full-time benefit-eligible positions. Employees in positions covered by a bargaining agreement should consult their union contract for other specific benefits. Additional details are also available in the Employee Manual and in summary plan descriptions which are available in the Office of Human Resources or at
FLEXIBLE BENEFITS PLAN: Under the County's flexible benefits plan called CountyFlex, employees may elect to enroll in medical insurance plans, dental insurance plans, optional life insurance, dependent life insurance, and healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts. Employee contributions to these benefits are made on a pre-tax basis. Information concerning enrollment options, plan rates and a benefits comparison chart are available in the Office of Human Resources.
GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE: Employees receive a group term life insurance benefit equal to 2 times their annual salary at no cost. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The County pays the entire cost for this benefit. Employees may purchase additional coverage under the CountyFlex benefits plan.
PAID LEAVE BENEFITS: Annual and Disability Leaves are accrued over 24 pay periods each year. Personal leave is credited on January 1st each year. Use of Annual, Disability and/or Personal Leave requires supervisory approval.
ANNUAL LEAVE: During the first 5 years of employment, employees accrue the equivalent of 13 days per year. From years 6 through 10, the accrual is the equivalent of 16 days per year. From years 11 through 20, the accrual is the equivalent of 19 days per year. From year 21 on, the accrual is the equivalent of 21 days per year. Annual leave may not be used during the first 6 months of employment. A maximum of 40 days may be carried over from one fiscal year to the next.
DISABILITY LEAVE: Employees accrue the equivalent of 1 day per month (12 days per year). There is no maximum accrual. This leave may be used for the disabling illness/injury of the employee, spouse or minor child or for a serious medical condition approved under F.M.L.A. Absences of over 3 days must be substantiated by a physician's certificate.
PERSONAL LEAVE: Employees receive 6 personal leave days each calendar year to be taken during the calendar year. Employees hired after April 30th receive 4 days of personal leave that year; those hired after August 31st receive 2 days; and those hired after November 30th receive no personal leave for that year. Personal leave may not be carried over.
HOLIDAYS: Employees are paid for the following holidays: New Year's Day; Martin Luther King Day; President's Day; Good Friday; Memorial Day; Juneteenth; Independence Day; Labor Day; Columbus Day; Veteran's Day; Thanksgiving Day; Friday after Thanksgiving Day; Christmas Day.
OTHER PAID LEAVE: Other paid leave will be granted for approved jury duty, military leave, bereavement leave and official leave. Unpaid leave will be granted in accordance with the Family and Medical Leave Act.
RETIREMENT: Howard County sponsors a defined benefit plan for its employees. participation in the plan is mandatory. Employees are requir