FACILITY MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST I--Central Nebraska Veterans' Home
State of Nebraska

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Hiring Agency:
Veterans Affairs - Agency 28

Location:
Kearney, NE

Hiring Rate:
$21.355

Job Posting:
JR2024-00009765 FACILITY MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST I--Central Nebraska Veterans' Home (Open)

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Job Description:
MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST I-Central Nebraska Veterans' Home

This is work as a skilled building laborer or tradesperson in the performance of safety inspection/training work and/or intermediate-level facility maintenance activities. Work is typically labor intensive and requires general supervision in the areas of plumbing, electrical, carpentry work, welding, masonry, building repair and maintenance, safety inspection/training or heating, cooling, and ventilation work. Positions at this level receive verbal instruction on the work that needs to be accomplished, general direction on what steps to take to accomplish the work and an expectation of how long the work should take to complete. Decision-making authority is limited to prescribed limits and parameters based on the work task or operation. Hours are 7:00am-3:30pm/Monday-Friday, with on call rotation.

Examples of work: Perform skilled electrical, plumbing, and carpentry work in renovation and construction of building structures. Perform preventative maintenance work. Construct, maintain and repair concrete and other foundation, walls, ceilings and floors. Perform work with snow removal equipment. Perform skilled work on heating, cooling and building control systems.

Knowledge of: Standard use, maintenance and safety practices associated with hand tools, power tools and light to heavy machinery; building and mechanical trade methods, practices and procedures; occupational hazards and safety precautions followed in building maintenance operations; computer building control systems and software; plumbing, electrical, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems; fire codes and fire prevention regulations and procedures.

Skill in: The use of hand tools, power tools and building maintenance equipment; basic office and computer skills including competency in the use of email, procurement and building system applications; the operation and preservation of maintenance tools and equipment. Must be able to exercise judgement, courtesy, professionalism, and tact in member and employee relations.

Ability to: Communicate effectively, understand and follow instructions, read and comprehend blueprints, reference books and equipment manuals; perform skilled maintenance work in a variety of building and mechanical trades; troubleshoot and identify problems, determine materials and equipment necessary to install, repair and adjust building structures, systems and fixtures; utilize and maintain hand tools, power tools and maintenance equipment safely; perform manual labor, work in tight spaces, climb ladders and scaffolding to perform work above ground; conduct inspections, identify safety hazards and educate/train others in accident prevention and safety.

Requirements/ Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Associates degree or equivalent vocational education in construction, industrial engineering, HVAC, welding, or other building trade. Experience in building maintenance, a mechanical trade, or performing safety inspections, investigations or training may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis as determined appropriate by the agency.

Other: Must possess a valid Nebraska driver's license. Must be able to respond to emergencies while on call, within 1 hour or less.

Benefits:
***$3/hour differential for hours worked. $200 commuting bonus if driving 30+ miles one way. We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, and retirement. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation!


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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