Shop Clerk (Utilities Communication Technician) Salary $36,398.00 - $41,873.00 Annually
Location: Fullerton, MD Job Type: MERIT Job Number: 01.237 02-26 Department: PUBLIC WORKS: UTILITIES Opening Date: 02/13/2026 Closing Date: Continuous
Description: Benefits Questions Pay Schedule
I, Grade 19, Regular Schedule: 40 hours per week. A vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, Bureau of Utilities. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants. All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. Examples of Duties
Job Purpose Under general supervision, performs specialized clerical work in support of a maintenance shop.
Essential Job Duties Keeps, updates, and maintains office and personnel records, including time sheets, payroll, and attendance. Updates and maintains records of materials, supplies, and equipment used by the shop. Prepares and compiles reports of material and equipment usage and job costs. Keeps records of operation and maintenance costs for shop vehicles and equipment. Makes inventory of equipment parts and schedules maintenance and repair of equipment. Prepares and processes requisitions for materials and supplies. Receives, logs, and responds to telephone inquiries, complaints, and requests for service. Operates office machinery such as photocopiers, fax machines, and calculators. Operates short-wave radio to send and receive messages to and from field personnel. Monitors alarm systems and dispatches crews to respond to calls for service and emergencies.
Examples of Other Duties Performs typing and word processing. Codes, enters, and retrieves information using data entry devices. Performs other related duties as assigned.
(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)
Qualifications
Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate high school equivalency plus One years general clerical experience. Additional experience as described in the essential duties may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education. Additional education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. Preferred Qualifications Work experience using Microsoft Excel.
Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicants major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered.
ATTN: Shop Clerk (Utilities Communications Technician) Office of Human Resources Baltimore County Government 308 Allegheny Ave. Towson, MD 21204
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.
Conditions of Employment
Employees in this classification may be required to work overtime with little or no advance notice. Some positions may be designated as Emergency/Essential.
Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work among positions in this class varies, but most often involves frequent walking and standing, and some lifting and carrying of objects of moderate to heavy weight. Some duties involve exposure to adverse weather conditions.
Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.
Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees
Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time, merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.
Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.
Drug free workplace
Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.
Salary
Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance. General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated. Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.
Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.
Health Insurance
Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include: Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.
Life Insurance
Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employees annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.
Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.
Paid Leave
Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification. Sick Leave Vacation Leave Personal Leave Holidays Bereavement Leave Jury Leave Military Leave
Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.
Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.
Educational Assistance
70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.
Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.
Disclaimer
This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.
01 The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience. I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.
02 Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience/History" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.
03 Select the type of drivers license you currently hold. Be sure you have provided your drivers license number, class and state in the previous section of this application.
Commercial Drivers License equivalent to commercial, Class A Maryland Drivers License. Commercial Drivers License equivalent to commercial, Class B Maryland Drivers License. Commercial Drivers License equivalent to a Commercial Class C Maryland Drivers License with a Passenger Endorsement. Non-Commercial Drivers License equivalent to a non-commercial, Class C Maryland Drivers License. Provisional Non-Commercial Drivers License equivalent to a Provisional Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland Drivers License. Drivers License Learners Permit I do not have a drivers license.
04 Select the choice that best describes your experience using Microsoft Excel.
Create and modify spreadsheets, create and modify formulas, format spreadsheets, enter and update data. Modify formulas, format spreadsheets, enter and update data in existing spreadsheets. Enter or update data in existing spreadsheets. No experience as described above.
05 Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "No experience as described above" in the previous question, respond by entering "N/A" to this question.
06 Databases
Select the choice that best describes your experience using