Buildings & Grounds Specialist 2026-01640

State of Wyoming•Cheyenne, WY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, this position is responsible for maintaining facilities in Cheyenne, Laramie, Torrington, and Wheatland, covering over 542,947 square feet, as well as 75-plus acres of grounds, in accordance with military standards. The role also involves snow removal assistance for a five-acre helicopter launch pad. Responsibilities include utilizing associated equipment to maintain Statewide Wyoming Military Department Facilities and Grounds, establishing work priorities, anticipating seasonal maintenance demands, and maintaining/accounting for all assigned equipment. The position requires receiving and resourcing work orders, reporting completion to the supervisor, and updating the work order system. Identifying and requesting necessary supplies, preventative maintenance, and materials is crucial. Additionally, the role involves maintaining the vehicle fleet and performing minor repairs to vehicles and equipment, as well as providing call-in or call-back services for seasonal needs.

Requirements

Required to obtain/maintain a valid Driver's License
Required to obtain/maintain Federal Security Clearance
Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations.
Operation of light and heavy-duty equipment.
Knowledge of basic computer usage, phones, and cell phones.
Knowledge of carpentry, irrigation systems, and basic plumbing.
2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Building and Grounds) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Building and Grounds Assistant
Associate's Degree
0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Building and Grounds) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Building and Grounds Assistant

Nice To Haves

This position may be subject to after-hours callbacks or reporting to work outside of their normally scheduled hours.

Responsibilities

Perform seasonal exterior maintenance tasks such as clearing roadways and sidewalks of snow and ice, lawn mowing, and roadway upkeep.
Responsible for weed and pest control, mowing, trimming, aerating, planting trees, repairing irrigation systems, and other general groundwork.
Perform all general building and grounds maintenance, including basic structural repairs, irrigation systems, landscaping, tools, and equipment.
Ensure general cleanliness of the exterior of state-wide facilities.
Performs preventative maintenance and general maintenance on all assigned wheeled vehicles, tractors, trailers, ATVs, mowing, and snow removal equipment.
Complete daily, weekly, and monthly work orders as assigned.
Perform seasonal maintenance to irrigation systems, including spring start-up, irrigation adjustments, daily irrigation operations, and shut-down winterization operations.
Assist with identifying life safety issues within Statewide facilities and testing emergency lighting for proper operations.
Perform lighting checks within assigned facilities, changing bulbs as necessary, and reporting on potential electrical issues.
Utilize computer workstations for logging information into the work order system, completing work orders, and receiving and sending emails.
Submits purchase requests for replacement parts for tractors, mowers, and other equipment.