Facilities Maintenance Technician — Hands-On & Impact

State of Arkansas; Helena-West Helena (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Arkansas seeks a Facilities Maintenance Assistant to support daily cleaning, minor repairs, and preventive tasks in Helena-West Helena. You will work under supervision with the facilities team to keep the building safe and functional.

Responsibilities include logging work orders, coordinating with senior staff, and assisting with HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems as needed. A high school diploma or GED is required; willingness to learn and follow safety guidelines is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Willingness to learn about electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and other maintenance systems.
• Ability to identify minor issues and propose practical solutions under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily cleaning, upkeep, and sanitation of building interiors and exteriors.
• Perform minor repairs such as replacing light bulbs, fixing leaky faucets, and repairing minor structural issues.
• Help execute scheduled preventive maintenance procedures on equipment, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Monitor and report potential issues before they escalate.
• Receive and log work orders with accurate documentation of service requests.
• Collaborate with senior maintenance personnel to prioritize tasks and ensure timely completion.
• Maintain small inventories of tools and supplies used in daily maintenance activities.
• Assist with restocking and safely storing equipment in designated areas.
• Follow safety guidelines and use PPE properly.
• Report unsafe conditions or equipment malfunctions to the maintenance supervisor immediately.
• Work with other maintenance and facilities team members for coordinated efforts.
• Provide updates and feedback on completed tasks and future maintenance needs.

Skills

Basic tools

Facility knowledge

Verbal communication

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Light maintenance equipment

Job description

State of Arkansas seeks a Facilities Maintenance Assistant to support daily cleaning, minor repairs, and preventive tasks in Helena-West Helena. You will work under supervision with the facilities team to keep the building safe and functional.

Responsibilities include logging work orders, coordinating with senior staff, and assisting with HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems as needed. A high school diploma or GED is required; willingness to learn and follow safety guidelines is essential.