Maintenance Specialist II

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33

Location:

Ashland, NE

Hiring Rate:

$22.956

Job Posting:

JR2025-00012986 Maintenance Specialist II (Open)

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

02-10-2025

Job Description:

Do you have a passion for the outdoors? Enjoy working hard and learning new skills? Join the team at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park to help create a welcoming landscape for visitors to enjoy. As a Maintenance Specialist II you will play a vital role in assisting with the maintenance and upkeep of the park’s buildings, facilities, and infrastructure. Nebraska’s amazing wildlife, natural beauty, and outdoor recreation is waiting for you!

JOB DUTIES:
• Oversee the parks building maintenance team and preform work in carpentry, plumbing, heating/air conditioning, and electrical work in the maintenance of cabins, park facilities and building structures.
• Oversight and performance in maintaining the park's major utility systems which includes a freshwater system and water tower, secondary electrical feeds, and wastewater treatment system.
• Assist with maintenance and management programs for the parks swimming pool.
• Maintain park roads and walk network including sand, removal of ice and snow with plow or shovel as necessary.
• Schedule and perform preventative maintenance and repairs for equipment, systems and machinery.
• Clean, maintain and repair all tools and equipment used in the performance of assigned tasks.
• Perform related work as required.

What we can offer you:
• Hands-on training and opportunities for professional growth and development
• Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Most of all a fun and flexible workplace!

 

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Associates degree or equivalent vocational education in construction, HVAC, welding, or other maintenance/construction trade and one year of experience in building maintenance or a mechanical trade. Experience may substitute for the education on a year for year basis. OR An Associate degree or equivalent vocational education in HVAC and one year experience servicing/maintaining/repairing HVAC systems. Experience may substitute for the education requirement on a year for year basis.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: 

• Knowledge of methods, practices, tools and equipment used in building trades, maintenance and repair work. 
• Ability to perform skilled work in carpentry, plumbing and electrical trades, determine the materials and equipment necessary to repair building structures, equipment and fixtures. 
• Lift and move objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds. 
• Work with hazardous chemicals/compounds i.e. chlorine and various acids.
• Work in wet and dirty environments fixing water lines, sewer pumps, etc. as well as cramped spaces above and below ground level. 
• Available to work any shift as scheduled or in the event of an emergency. 
• Ability to lead and schedule maintenance staff in performing similar duties throughout the park.

 

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! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, 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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