Facility Maintenance Specialist
State of Nebraska

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:
Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33

Location:
Ashland, NE

Hiring Rate:
$21.355

Job Posting:
JR2024-00009557 Facility Maintenance Specialist (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
09-13-2024

Job Description:
DESCRIPTION: Do you have a passion for the outdoors? Enjoy working hard and learning new skills? Join the team at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park to help create a welcoming landscape for visitors to enjoy. As a Maintenance Specialist I you will play a vital role in assisting with the maintenance and upkeep of the park's buildings, facilities, and infrastructure. Nebraska's amazing wildlife, natural beauty, and outdoor recreation is waiting for you!

JOB DUTIES:
•Perform skilled carpentry, plumbing and electrical work in the maintenance of cabins, park facilities and building structures.
•Train temporary employees in the maintenance and operation of tools and equipment and act as a working leader in the supervisor's absence.
•Assist in the maintenance of sidewalks including removal of snow and ice with plow or shovel as necessary.
•Schedule and perform specialized preventative maintenance and repairs on agency vehicles and equipment.
•Clean, maintain and repair all tools, and equipment used in the performance of assigned tasks.
•Transport equipment and materials to maintenance and construction projects throughout the state.
•Perform related work as required.

What we can offer you:
•Hands-on training and opportunities for professional growth and development
•Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off.
•Most of all a fun and flexible workplace!

Requirements/ Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Associates degree or equivalent vocational education in construction, HVAC, welding, or other maintenance trade and one year of experience OR three years experience in skilled maintenance, construction or mechanical trades and experience leading/directing others in such work; experience can be substituted for education on a year for year basis.

Other: Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license. Successful applicant must be available to work any shift as scheduled or in event of emergency. The ability to obtain a class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with the "L" restriction (Combination vehicle without air brakes), within 60 days, will be necessary. Some overnight out of town travel will be required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of advanced methods, practices, tools and equipment used in building trades, maintenance and repair work.
• Ability to perform skilled work in the carpentry, plumbing and electrical trades; determine the materials and equipment necessary to repair building structures, equipment and fixtures.
• Ability to interpret and work from blueprints, sketches, operator manuals, maintenance manuals, layout designs and specifications.
• Perform work under temperature extremes (hot and cold); lift and move objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds; work in wet and dirty environments fixing water lines, sewer pumps, etc.
• Ability to work in cramped workspaces, above and below ground level; operate tools and equipment with sufficient manual dexterity as required, to perform the duties described above.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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