Construction/Maintenance Technician

State of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

1d • $43,451 - $53,373 • Onsite

About The Position

The Construction/Maintenance Technician works in the Administrative Services Division, Building Operations Section, in Oklahoma City. The position meets the agency’s maintenance needs and helps prevent maintenance backlogs and equipment failures. This is an in-office position, Monday through Friday, with no remote work.

The technician performs work across several building trades, including carpentry and construction, plumbing, electrical maintenance, heating and cooling equipment repairs, locks and security devices, and concrete and masonry work. The role requires a valid Oklahoma driver’s license at appointment, the ability to pass a background check, and authorization to work legally in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available.

The employee must communicate effectively and diplomatically with agency personnel and the public, use agency software and related tools or be willing to train, and participate in training to maintain and improve job skills. The employee may need to learn other employees’ duties to provide coverage during absences and must be willing to adjust the work schedule for weekends, off-hours, holidays, or extended hours when needed.

Requirements

• Level I: Two years of experience in one or more building trades, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Level II: Four years of experience in one or more building trades, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Level III: Five years of experience in one or more building trades, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possess a valid Oklahoma driver’s license at the time of appointment.
• Pass a background check and be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Communicate effectively and diplomatically, both verbally and in writing, with DEQ and other agency personnel and the public.
• Be willing to adjust work schedules for weekends, off-hours, holidays, and extended hours if needed.
• Meet the stated physical requirements, including lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds occasionally and 25 pounds frequently, pushing and pulling up to 40 pounds, and lifting and holding up to 40 pounds overhead.

Nice To Haves

• Technical trade license or certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform carpentry work for building construction, renovations, and additions.
• Erect and maintain scaffolds, sheds, forms, frames, fences, and other structures.
• Alter and repair doors, floors, partitions, stairways, windows, screens, and other fixtures; fit and glaze glass; and maintain and repair roofs.
• Install, replace, alter, maintain, and repair plumbing fixtures, including sinks, traps, and faucets.
• Make minor repairs to laundry, sterilization, kitchen, and other equipment using water, steam, air, or related supply and waste lines.
• Maintain and repair light fixtures, receptacles, and switches; replace bulbs; maintain generators and motors; and troubleshoot and make electrical repairs that do not require a license.
• Maintain and make minor repairs to heating, refrigeration, and air-conditioning equipment and components.
• Install and maintain locks and other security devices; repair or replace parts; cut keys; and use tools and equipment to change combinations or shorten tumblers.
• Construct, maintain, and repair concrete and other foundations, retaining walls, walks, fireplaces, chimneys, stairways, and similar projects.
• Mix mortar and lay brick, concrete block, stone, terra cotta, and other materials.
• Participate in training and learn other employees’ tasks to provide coverage during their absences.
• Use DEQ standard software, the Internet, and other software as needed, or train in areas where not proficient.

Benefits

• 15 days of vacation leave annually.
• 15 days of sick leave annually.
• 11 paid holidays annually.
• Comprehensive benefit package with a benefit allowance to offset insurance premiums for employees and eligible dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed