Facilities Maintenance Supervisor

Conservation Maven; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

KPERS retirement plan

Paid holidays and leave

Job summary

Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks is hiring a Facilities Maintenance Supervisor at Tuttle Creek State Park in Manhattan, KS. You will supervise maintenance of roads, buildings, grounds and equipment, plan projects, and coordinate with contractors to ensure safe, compliant operations.

The role requires 5+ years of experience in mechanical/building maintenance, with knowledge of electrical, plumbing and water treatment systems.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum five years of experience in mechanical or building maintenance.
• Knowledge of park maintenance including electrical, construction and plumbing trades preferred.
• Experience with institutional or recreational facility upkeep is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate routine maintenance, repairs and major overhauls on equipment and systems.
• Lead workers, plan maintenance projects and estimate costs.
• Direct work of staff in building, grounds and equipment upkeep.
• Plan material and manpower needs and coordinate with contractors.
• Install electrical, plumbing and water treatment components; operate related systems.

Skills

Maintenance

Electrical work

Plumbing

Project planning

Supervision

Water treatment

Cost estimation

Repair skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical tools

Plumbing tools

Shop equipment

Job description

### Facilities Maintenance SupervisorSave JobKansas Department of Wildlife and ParksManhattan,Kansas| | || --- | --- || Job Type | Permanent || Salary | $22.81 - $23.71 per hour || Deadline | Nov 01, 2026 || Min. Experience | 5+ years |FACILITIES MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR – Position #K0238595This unclassified, full-time position is located at Tuttle Creek State Park, Parks Division; and is directly supervised by the State Park Manager Supervisor II.**Key Responsibilities:*** Coordinates routine maintenance, repairs and major overhauls on road grading equipment, trucks, mowers, backhoes, various power tools, and shop equipment which includes estimating costs, purchasing and actual repair.* Acts as lead worker and consultant on repair work.* Directs the work of subordinate personnel in the repair and upkeep of buildings, grounds and equipment.* Plans or assists in the planning of maintenance and construction projects.* Plans and calculates material and manpower needs and costs.* Coordinates with contractors and checks for compliance.* Installs single or three phase electrical systems, automatic switches, controls, motors, and pumps involved in surface water treatment plants and sewage disposal systems.* Constructs plumbing systems within park facility, including installing and repairing water and sewer lines, traps, showers, lavatories, and stools.* Directs operation of water treatment plants.* Repairs, replaces, adjusts electronic equipment, controls, gate valves, pumps, chemical feeders, chlorinators, and related equipment; mixes chemicals and takes water samples to test for compliance with KDHE requirements.* Maintains accurate records and submits paperwork on a timely basis* Maintains working inventory and orders maintenance parts and carpentry supplies as needed.**Benefits:*** Salary: Beginning hourly wage $22.81/hour - $23.71/hour* Health and Insurance: Immediate group health, dental and vision coverage and life insurance coverage.* Retirement and Options: KPERS Retirement plan and optional deferred compensation.* Paid Leave: Holidays, sick leave, vacation leave, and parental leave.**Minimum Requirements:*** High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required.* Five years of experience in the mechanical or building Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.* Prefer candidates who possess a working knowledge of Park maintenance to include intermediate experience in electrical, construction, and plumbing trades.* Extensive first-hand work experience for institutional and recreational facility upkeep and maintenance, and understand and demonstrate basic noxious weed control processes preferred.* Must possess & maintain a valid driver’s license and the ability to pass a background check required.**Necessary Special Requirements:*** Must be eligible to become certified for potable and wastewater treatment operation, chemical application certification, and have a working knowledge of: building trade and maintenance tools and ground maintenance and construction equipment, ADA requirements for public recreation facilities and basic visitor safety standards as applied to a park/recreationHow To ApplyHow To Apply: Go to the State Employment Center at https://admin.ks.gov/services/state-employment-center and follow the directions below:* Click in the middle under the Sunflower. From there either Sign into your existing account or Register for a new account.* Review and complete your contact information on the My Contact Information page. Please make sure to include your email address.* Upload documents listed in the Required Documents section of this job posting to the appropriate location.* Complete and Submit your application.* Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.+ Email - the email listed on the Careers>My Contact Information page.+ Notifications - view the Careers>My Job Notifications pageThe following are the required items to apply:1) a letter of interest2) a detailed resume; including a valid e-mail address3) transcript material, if you wish to include them4) employment application – this is generated from the information which is input into the systemIncomplete applications will not be considered. A complete application packet must be submitted for each position. We no longer make copies of previous applications. Submitted application materials will be reviewed in Pratt to assure that the position minimum requirements are met, and those meeting the minimum requirements will be forwarded to the respective division for interview selection.Applicants are notified whether or not they are selected to interview. The interview is generally a one-time, panel interview consisting of position-specific questions for all applicants (same questions for each applicant), with the selection being made after all candidate interviews are completed.Veterans’ Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a “veteran” under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum requirements of the position. The veterans’ preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the appointing authority. Additional VPE information can be found at https://admin.ks.gov/services/state-employment-center/veterans. Applicants claiming veterans’ preference for the first time must mail a copy of your DD-214 to the Office of Personnel Services, 900 SW Jackson, Room 401-N, Topeka KS 66612, or FAX to 785/291-3715.Disability Hiring Preference: If you are claiming Disability Hiring Preference for the first time please mail a copy of your supplemental security income or social security disability insurance determination letter, letter from a managed care organization or qualified medical professional attesting to the disability, home and community-based services waiver approval letter, or vocational rehabilitation letter from a vocational rehabilitation counselor. These documents can be sent by fax to [phone], scanned and emailed to [e-mail], or can be mailed or delivered in-person to ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator, Office of Personnel Services, 900 SW Jackson Rm 401-N, Topeka, KS 66612. Visit https://admin.ks.gov/offices/personnel-services/jobs/disabilityhiring-preference for more information.DEADLINE TO APPLY – November 1, 2026The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the recruiter.When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on Conservation Job Board.