Trades/Maintenance Worker (Facilities Maintenance Specialist)

About the role

The Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is seeking a Facility Maintenance Specialist to help maintain, repair, and improve our state-owned and managed buildings.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled repairs and preventative maintenance on building systems, fixtures, and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair plumbing, carpentry, roofing, flooring, masonry, and mechanical systems.
• Fabricate parts, fixtures from metal, wood, or other materials.
• Maintain and test fire and life safety systems.
• Work in diverse environments—historic mansions, modern offices, labs, and more.

Requirements

• Two years of: a) general building maintenance; b) carpentry; c) electrical; d) mechanical; e) painting; or f) plastering experience.
• A journeyman's license/card in any of the above trades will substitute for this experience.

Special Qualifications

• Employee is required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state where the employee resides.

Desired Attributes

• Experience operating forklifts, boom lifts, and scissor lifts safely and efficiently.
• Proven ability to independently prioritize and organize tasks efficiently to meet deadlines while staying adaptable to changing needs.
• Expertise in delivering high-quality work that ensures accuracy and completeness.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional customer service abilities, with a track record of building and maintaining effective relationships with colleagues and customers.
• Skilled in performing general maintenance and repairs in commercial buildings, including flush valves, pumps, roll-up doors, and door closures.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in both collaborative team environments and independently with minimal supervision.
• Intermediate computer skills with MS Programs (Word, Outlook, etc.).

How To Apply

Ready to join our team? Here’s how to apply:

• External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” link and submit your application.
• Internal Applicants (Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account.

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Important Application Requirements

Submit a resume and cover letter demonstrating how your experience meets the qualifications and desired attributes listed in this posting. Only complete applications received by the deadline will be considered.