Maintenance Specialist I (OMAHA) at State of Nebraska in Omaha, Nebraska

Job Description:

The work we do matters!




Hiring Agency:

Administrative Services - Agency 65



Location:

Omaha Job Posting



Hiring Rate:

$20.930



Classification Salary Range:

$20.94 - $30.86



Job Posting:

JR2023-00001932 Maintenance Specialist I (OMAHA) (Open)



Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
06-11-2024



Job Description:

Do you enjoy working with your hands? Are you looking for a career opportunity in an environment that prioritizes collaboration and efficiency? If so, we've got the perfect job right here! The Department of Administrative Services - State Building Division is looking for someone who would enjoy working with our fantastic crew to upkeep and maintain a State-owned facility in Omaha. This position performs a variety of tasks beyond basic facility maintenance including skilled construction, installation, alteration, fabrication, maintenance, and repair work in one or more building trades and/or equipment maintenance activities. The Specialist works individually or as a member of a work crew, exercising a substantial degree of independence in planning and organizing their own work and performs related work as assigned.



Job duties



Skilled patching and painting work on interiors and exteriors of buildings. Performs proficient carpentry work by constructing, altering, maintaining, and repairing buildings, floors, roofs, stairways, partitions, and walls. Performs skilled plumbing work by installing, altering, maintaining, and repairing a variety of plumbing fixtures such as sinks, lavatories, toilets, etc. Installs, alters, maintains, and repairs laundry equipment, kitchen equipment, sterilization equipment, steam plant equipment and other feed lines. Repairs fire protection sprinkler systems, adjust and repairs steam pumps and regulators, water pumps and heaters. Maintains boilers, chillers, cooling towers, and heat pumps. Performs skilled electrical work by installing, altering, maintaining, and repairing wiring systems, appliances, and machinery. Installs, maintains, and repairs specialized electrical equipment such as refrigeration units, dishwashers, water heaters or other appliances. Maintains, oils and cleans electrical motors and generators. Does other electrical and limited mechanical work in repairing and replacing parts. Replaces, repairs, and rebuilds locks, electronic/electrical locks. Perform outside tasks including snow removal. Other duties as assigned within the scope of the classification.



Qualifications



REQUIREMENTS:


Associates degree or equivalent vocational education in construction, industrial engineering, HVAC, welding, or other building trade. Experience in building maintenance, a mechanical trade, or performing safety inspections, investigations or training may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis as determined appropriate by the agency.


PREFERRED:


HVAC, electrical, and plumbing installation and repairs.


OTHER:


This position requires some travel. As such, the incumbent must be able to present a valid driver's license or another form of reliable transportation.


Regular and reliable attendance is required. Some work after hours and weekends. On call rotation.


BENEFITS


Below are a list of benefits we offer!


• 13 paid holidays


• Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately


• Military leave


• 156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement


• Tuition reimbursement


• Employee assistance program


• 79% employer paid health insurance plans


• Dental and vision insurance plans


• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy


• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government


• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State


• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service


• Training and Development based on your career aspirations


• Fun, inviting teammates


• A safe and secure environment


At the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!






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! For more information on benefits currently offered to permanent teammates, 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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