Maintenance Specialist I

State of Nebraska•Lincoln, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Specialist I performs skilled maintenance, construction, renovation, and repair work at ANG Civil Engineering in Lincoln, Nebraska. Work includes painting, carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, and welding; maintaining and repairing building foundations, walls, and ceilings; and servicing locks, electronic locks, security devices, and other hardware. The role also includes inspecting work areas and facilities for safety hazards, operating and maintaining building control systems, and scheduling and performing specialized preventive maintenance and equipment repairs. The employee reads and interprets blueprints, layouts, specifications, and written instructions, and performs other duties as assigned. The starting hourly pay rate is $22.327. A background and motor vehicle check are required, as is a valid driver's license.

Requirements

Associate degree or equivalent vocational education in construction, industrial engineering, HVAC, welding, or another building trade. Experience in building maintenance, a mechanical trade, or safety inspections, investigations, or training may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, as determined appropriate by the agency.
A valid driver's license.
Ability to pass a background and motor vehicle check.
Knowledge of standard maintenance, groundskeeping, and safety practices associated with hand tools, power tools, and light to heavy machinery; fire codes; and fire-prevention regulations and procedures.
Skill in using hand tools, power tools, and building maintenance equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively, understand and follow instructions, and read and comprehend blueprints, reference books, and equipment manuals.

Responsibilities

Perform skilled painting, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and welding work in building renovation, construction, maintenance, and repair.
Construct, maintain, and repair concrete and other foundations, interior and exterior walls, and ceilings.
Install, replace, repair, and rebuild locks, electronic and electrical locks, security devices, and other hardware to secure state buildings and property.
Inspect and audit work areas and facilities for safety hazards.
Operate and maintain building control systems.
Schedule and perform specialized preventive maintenance and repairs for equipment systems.
Read and interpret blueprints, layouts, specifications, and written instructions.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Stable employment and hours with regular salary increases
Thirteen paid holidays per year
Competitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement
Agency free parking
Flexible work schedules
Military leave
79% employer-paid health insurance with four plans and coverage levels to choose from
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Long- and short-term disability
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Employee assistance program
Employee discount program
Vacation and sick leave, each starting at 12 days per year
State-matched retirement at 156% for state plans
Stipend for eligible military retirees on TRICARE
Professional development opportunities