Construction Specialist

Arizona Department of Administration•Phoenix, AZ

1d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Game and Fish Department manages fish and wildlife in Arizona and under the authority of the Arizona Game and Fish Commission, creates and implements scientific methods and regulations to effectively manage fish and wildlife habitat via conservation, enforcement, hunting, fishing, watercraft and off-highway vehicle recreation, and shooting sports. The Arizona Game and Fish Department dedicates itself to excellence, values its employees and supports a culture of stewardship, teamwork and partnerships. CONSTRUCTION SPECIALIST INFORMATION EDUCATION & RECREATION DIV / SHOOTING SPORTS BRANCH BEN AVERY SHOOTING FACILITY / I-17 and CAREFREE HWY FULL-TIME / FLSA- NON-EXEMPT / SALARY GRADE 18 / HIRING RANGE: $20.00 - $23.00 CLOSING DATE: 10/28/2026 The Ben Avery Shooting Facility is one of the largest publicly operated shooting facilities in the country. Our world-class shooting range is a City of Phoenix Point of Pride and has received a Five Star rating from the National Association of Shooting Ranges. Located on 1,650 acres in north Phoenix, the Ben Avery Shooting Facility averages more than 240,000 shooters per year. The facility offers a fun and safe environment for shooters of all experience levels and strives to provide a quality recreation experience for all users.

Requirements

Knowledge of customer service techniques; hand tools, power tools, equipment and materials used in the work place pertaining to facilities maintenance, repair and improvement, and custodial work; Basic knowledge of Federal and local safety laws, rules and policies governing work activities and safety equipment; Knowledge of EPA guidelines regarding shooting range lead management practices; basic knowledge of national and local building codes; methods and techniques used in lifting, moving, stacking, storing and protecting tools, equipment and materials; methods and practices applied in generalized preventive maintenance, repair, remodeling and construction activities; the rules.
Skill in basic hand and power tools such as table saw, circular saw, jack hammer, angle grinder, welding equipment, metal cutting torch.
Skill in operating equipment such as a wheel loader, backhoe, landscape tractor, power washer, weed sprayer.
Skill in reading plans and designs and laying out a work area.
Skill in facilities repairs such as basic electrical, plumbing, drywall and flooring.
Skill in estimating materials and developing materials lists for projects.
Ability to perform arithmetic functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with staff, customers, clients, contractors, or the public face to face or over the phone settings.
Ability to observe/monitor conditions to determine compliance with prescribed operating safety standards.
Employment is contingent on receipt of a level 1 fingerprint clearance card.
Will be required to obtain an herbicide/pesticide applicators license.
Must be able to legally possess a firearm in accordance with 18 U.S. Code § 922(g).
Position requires possession of and the ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver’s license appropriate to the assignment.
Employment is also contingent upon completion of a post-offer medical/physical examination and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions. Medical/Physical examination will include baseline blood lead and zinc levels and a baseline hearing test, all of which will be monitored on an annual basis.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Responsibilities

Works with staff, inmate crews, and volunteer camp hosts in performing shooting range facilities maintenance, repairs, improvements, and custodial work including: plumbing, minor electrical and HVAC, masonry, painting, drywall, flooring, earth work, and concrete, welding, using hand and power tools
Performs facility wide landscaping, janitorial duties and weed mitigation
Performs best management practices as scheduled across the facility
Inspects and maintains the ConVault above ground refueling station and schedules fuel delivers as needed
Performs hand-on periodic, standard inspection and preventive maintenance on tools, equipment, ranges, grounds and facilities. Provide guidance to employees and volunteers in performing repairs and maintenance including the inspection, annual certification, and replacement/replenishment of serviceable items such as fire extinguishers, AED Units and First Aid Kits
Operates equipment such as pressure washer, chainsaw, backhoe, wheel loader or water truck, forklift, gator and bobcat
Range Safety Officer duties at the facility as assigned
Provides program and range information.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

13 days’ of vacation
12 sick days
10 paid holidays
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Participation in the nationally recognized Arizona State Retirement System
Superior health care options
Vision care, dental care, pharmacy benefits, and flexible spending account (options available)
Life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurance options are available
Many more benefit programs are available
Paid Parental Leave program