Building Operations Specialist I

What You’ll Do

• Perform custodial duties and maintain building grounds.
• Upkeep fleet vehicles and set up for court meetings.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on HVAC systems and equipment.
• Clean coils, change filters, and replace belts.
• Execute carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and construction projects.
• Finish and repair plaster and wood surfaces.
• Repair and construct wood and metal furniture and fixtures.
• Maintain plumbing equipment and fixtures.
• Adjust and calibrate various machines and equipment.
• Exercise independent judgment in routine maintenance.
• Manage inventory of supplies and tools.
• Receive work orders with sketches or blueprints.
• Handle print shop duties and maintenance.
• Transport and distribute mail and supplies.
• Perform additional related tasks as needed.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of safety protocols and occupational hazards for working in various conditions, structures, and platforms indoors and outdoors, including elevated platforms and structures.
• Familiarity with standard tools and practices in trades (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, painting, carpentry).
• Ability to perform skilled/semi-skilled work from sketches and blueprints.
• Capability to follow instructions and guide others.
• Proficient in operating motor vehicles and equipment.
• Understanding of computer and mail operations, including print shop machinery.
• Knowledge of U.S. Postal Service regulations and mailing standards.
• Familiarity with business practices and departmental procedures.
• Effective relationship-building skills and ability to work independently.
• Intermediate motor vehicle knowledge for monitoring and maintaining fleet vehicles.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and/or motorized equipment as necessary in the performance of assignments.
• Ability to work outdoors under varying weather conditions as necessary in the performance of assignments.
• Ability to perform maintenance tasks safely at elevated heights.
• Ability to lift and carry 20 pounds on a regular basis.

Reasons to Love This Position

• The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage.
• Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck.
• To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or GED.
• At least one-year in building operations capacity preferred.