Facilities Maintenance Specialist

State of Oregon; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 43,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Oregon manages the Capitol facilities, performing maintenance, repairs, and safety checks to support daily operations at the Oregon State Capitol. The role requires hands-on work across carpentry, plumbing, painting, and other trades, plus responsive handling of work orders to keep the building functional and accessible.

The Facilities Maintenance Specialist position is full-time in Salem, with no remote work.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED and three (3) years of related experience.
• General building maintenance and repair knowledge; safety protocols.
• Knowledge of state codes and preservation requirements; ADA considerations.
• Ability to organize space and operate forklift.

Responsibilities

• Perform building maintenance including preventative maintenance, carpentry, painting, plumbing and general repairs.
• Move furniture and equipment; respond to daily work orders.
• Ensure safety, accessibility, and ADA compliance in facilities.

Skills

Space planning

Time management

Forklift operation

Written and verbal communication

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Pneumatic tools

Job description

Initial Posting Date:08/18/2026Application Deadline:09/01/2026Agency:Legislative Administration CommitteeSalary Range:$3,848 - $5,773Position Type:EmployeePosition Title:Facilities Maintenance SpecialistJob Description:Recruiting is underway for a Facility Services Specialist to join the dynamic Facility Services team at the Oregon State Capitol in performing all tasks related to building maintenance, including preventative maintenance, carpentry, painting, plumbing, various repairs, and moving furniture. The team is also responsible for completing work orders assigned each day.Facility Services serves the Oregon State Legislature and Capitol building by providing building services, key control, purchasing, and contract management. In addition, Facility Services encompasses operations and maintenance as well as custodial services. The department provides oversight of food service, risk management, and historic preservation, and is responsible for all major capital construction projects.The work history and experience of the successful candidate will include:Knowledge of:Techniques to safely and more easily move equipment and materialsGeneral building maintenance and repair techniques and methodsMaterials, methods and tools involved in the construction, maintenance, and repair of historic buildingsEnvironmental and safety hazard precautionsState and local codes and preservation requirementsHistory, procedures, and flow of House and Senate operationsAppropriate decorum and protocol for House and Senate ChambersLocation and function of all needed materials and equipmentTroubleshooting and building repair techniquesSafe and efficient methods for moving materials and equipment to and from venuesRoom capacities and safe set-up parameters, particularly for ADA compliance and ease of access for people with disabilitiesFire Codes and emergency evacuation requirementsInter-tribal issues and methods to structure their events to ensure equitySkill in:Identifying the nature of repair and maintenance problemsOperating various power, hand and pneumatic toolsPerforming semi-skilled tasks of various tradesWritten and verbal communicationAbility to:Organize spacePlan and manage time, prioritize tasksOperate a forkliftThis is a full-time position located in the Oregon State Capitol. The Capitol building is located at 900 Court Street NE, Salem, OR 97301. Remote work is not available for this position.Employees in this position typically exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.Please attach a resume and cover letter that briefly describes your relevant maintenance/facilities experience, experience working with tools and equipment, and why you're interested in supporting the Oregon State Capitol. Applications received without both documents may not be reviewed.To view the position description in its entirety, please click here.HOW TO QUALIFY:Your application must demonstrate:High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency and three (3) years of related experience.* An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to demonstrate ability to perform the duties of the position may be considered.WHY THE OREGON STATE LEGISLATURE?Work/life balance - paid leave and a competitive benefits package.We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and ten paid holidays per year.Collaborative work environment with a team of bright, hardworking, and fun individuals.Opportunities for professional development to expand your breadth and depth of knowledge.Support the creation of public policy and watch as history unfolds for the State of Oregon as ideas become crafted into policies and laws.The Legislative Branch is made up of 7 small-medium state agencies where you can really get to know your co-workers.TO APPLY:IF YOU ARE NOT A STATE EMPLOYEE: To apply for this position, follow the "Apply" link and complete the application and questions online. If this is your first time applying in our new system, Workday, you will need to create a new user profile. You can drag and drop your resume into Workday and it will read and generate your Work History.CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES: Log in to Workday using the Career app on your Home Page. Prior to clicking “Apply,” update your employee profile to reflect your education, skills and job history (including your current job).Attach your current resume and cover letter. Applications submitted without both documents may not be reviewed. Do not attach extra documents. Only documents requested in this posting will be reviewed.Please monitor your Workday account, as all communication will be sent to you through this system. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply.This announcement closes at 11:59 PM on the close date listed.SPECIAL INFORMATION:Oregon state government provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235. If you are requesting veterans' preference, you may receive an additional questionnaire in your Workday account. In order to ensure your privacy, we are asking that you complete the Veterans’ Questionnaire and attach your qualifying military documents at that time. This questionnaire will be sent to your Workday account after you submit your application. We ask that you complete the questionnaire promptly; extensions may be granted if necessary and reasonable. For questions about documentation, please visit Veterans Resources or call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.The salary in this job posting reflects the base salary without contributions to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees eligible for PERS will have their salary increased by 6.95%, and 6% will automatically be subject to a mandatory employee contribution to PERS.The work experience and/or education section of your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications and desired skills described above.Work Authorization: The Oregon State Legislature does not offer visa sponsorships. On the first day of employment, all hires will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. In addition, hires will have three business days from their first day of employment to present documents that establish employment authorization and identity. The Oregon State Legislature is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.An offer including salary will not be extended until an equal pay analysis is completed pursuant to ORS 652.220 and 659A.357. An equal pay analysis will be conducted utilizing the education and work experience section of the legislative application.If you have questions regarding this recruitment or need assistance to participate in the application process, please contact Aimee Steketee, Human Resource Analyst, at [e-mail] or [phone].The Oregon State Legislature is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.