The Structural Trades team combines our Lock, Paint, and Multi-Trades shops under one umbrella within Operations & Maintenance, keeping our UMB campus spaces and our satellite location at the Maryland Psychiatric Research Center (MPRC) - secure, functional, and welcoming. Alongside day-to-day maintenance, the team also provides leadership for small renovation projects, coordinates subcontractors, manages project budgets, and performs facility impact reviews for Design & Construction and O&M initiatives. Together, these services support the safety, appearance, and usability of all UMB facilities.
Our Responsibilities Include:
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Interior & Exterior Finishes – Repairing ceilings, walls, floors, doors, handrails, hardscapes, and other building elements affected by normal wear and tear.
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Lock Access & Security Hardware – Responding to lockouts and maintaining locks, door hardware, and key systems while safeguarding campus security and life safety.
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Emergency Response – Addressing property damage and building safety concerns.
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Custom Requests & Installations – Completing custom paint requests, assembling/disassembling furniture, installing wall hangings, shelves, stages, tank or monitor brackets, window treatments, and other specialized installations.
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Project Management & Contractor Oversight – Serving as a single point of contact for project requests, routing them to the right resources, and coordinating special projects, subcontractors, and budgets to deliver quality, timely results.
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