Facility Maintenance Worker I

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Gilbertsville (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky's Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Worker I for Kentucky Dam Village State Park. The role covers a range of maintenance tasks and hands-on repairs to keep park facilities safe and welcoming.

You will work with skilled trades, perform plumbing, carpentry, electrical, heating and ventilating work, and help with housekeeping as needed; growth opportunities exist within the department.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work as part of a team.
• Self-motivated and proactive work approach.
• Ability to adapt to varied maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain buildings, grounds, and equipment by repairing plumbing, carpentry, electrical, heating and ventilating, painting, and machinery.
• Maintain the general upkeep of grounds areas, including mowing, weed eating, and litter pickup.
• Perform janitorial duties and assist housekeeping as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Self-starter

Adaptability

Job description

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9/20/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

2604567

Facility Maintenance Worker I

Pay Grade 09

Salary

$13.76 - $20.64 Hourly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Department of Parks

Location

166 Upper Village Drive

Gilbertsville, KY 42044 USA

Description

Looking for an opportunity to showcase your maintenance and repair skills in a stunning natural setting? Kentucky Dam Village State Park is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Worker to join our dynamic team on the shores of the majestic Kentucky Lake!

As a Facilities Maintenance Worker I, you will play a vital role in ensuring the efficient maintenance of our state-of-the-art facilities. With a diverse set of maintenance tasks ranging from plumbing and carpentry repairs to electrical and heating and ventilating work, you will have the chance to hone your skills and develop a broad range of expertise.

Our Facilities Maintenance Worker I position is more than just a job - it's a chance to become part of a supportive and welcoming team committed to providing exceptional service to our guests. You will work alongside skilled trades persons, operate cutting-edge machinery, and maintain detailed maintenance records. Plus, with the opportunity for growth into more specialized roles as you gain experience, you'll never have a dull moment on the job!

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain buildings, grounds, and equipment by repairing plumbing, carpentry, electrical, heating and ventilating, painting, and machinery.
• Maintain the general upkeep of grounds areas. Including mowing, weed eating, pick up liter, etc.
• Perform janitorial duties.
• Assist housekeeping as needed.

Preferred Skills And Abilities

• A willingness to work as part of a team
• A self-starter and motivated individual
• Adaptability and flexibility

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:

NONE

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:

NONE

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:

NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:

NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):

Must be 18 years of age.

Working Conditions

Incumbents in this job title may be exposed to extreme temperatures which requires the following of safety procedures. Must follow safety procedures, such as utilization of eye and ear protection, when utilizing certain mechanical equipment.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Scot Ratzlaff at [e-mail] or 270-362-4271.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D