Facility Operations Specialist 1

State of Oregon; Milwaukie (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension and retirement programs

11 paid holidays a year

Personal days and vacation accruals

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) is seeking a Facility Operations Specialist 1 to maintain and repair OLCC facilities, including boilers, pumps, and building systems. The role requires coordinating with contractors, performing inspections, and ensuring safety and code compliance.

The position is based at the Milwaukie headquarters with relocation to Canby planned by 2027, and is in-office only.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in building construction, Industrial Engineering or related field required or four years of facility maintenance/ construction project coordination experience.
• Strong communication and coordination skills essential for working with vendors and internal teams.
• Experience with Building Automation Systems, HVAC, Fire Systems and access control preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair OLCC facilities including boilers, pumps, piping, electrical and HVAC systems.
• Coordinate installation, maintenance and upgrades with contractors with minimal disruption to operations.
• Schedule inspections for fire suppression, alarms, and building systems; manage environmental controls adjustments with technicians.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, safety standards, and project blueprints.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Vendor coordination

Hand and power tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in building construction or related field

Tools

Office 365

Job description

Initial Posting Date: 08/31/2026

Application Deadline: 09/14/2026

Agency: Oregon Liquor & Cannabis Commission

Salary Range:

Position Type: Employee

Position Title: Facility Operations Specialist 1

Job Description

The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) oversees access to alcohol and cannabis products in Oregon through education, regulation, and distilled spirits distribution. Our aim is to protect public health and safety while supporting responsible businesses and providing funding for local and state agencies. The agency is comprised of three major operational programs: the Distilled Spirits Program, the Recreational Marijuana Program, and the Public Safety Program. All three programs are supported by the Administration, Financial Services, and Support Services divisions. Revenue generated from these programs helps support state and local government programs. This position is part of the OLCC Administrative Services Division. As part of OLCC’s facilities team this Facility Operations Specialist will maintain and repair, either on own, or by acting as project manager and inspector, the Commission owned facilities including heating, ventilation, air conditioning system, the overall facility (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire suppression and alarm notification systems etc.) and manage the security and access control systems.

What's in it for you

• Rewarding work in a productive and creative environment
• Colleagues who are passionate about public service and safety
• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, personal days, sick time, vacation accruals, and more!
• Pension and retirement programs
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• A workplace that fosters fairness, equity, and inclusion to maintain a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

About this opportunity

This position is based at our Milwaukie, OR headquarters office, however will be responsible for three locations and will move to Canby by approximately early to mid 2027. This position is in-office and is not eligible to be remote. This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME) union.

Here's what you will do

• Monitor, operate, and maintain the steam generating boilers and associated pumps and equipment daily during heating season.
• This includes planned and corrective maintenance on steam boilers, pumps, valves, piping, and steam traps, and flow meters.
• Sample boiler water and condensate, perform analyses, and maintain corrosion inhibitor treatment in steam boilers, to include firing up boilers and performing operating adjustments to maintain efficiency of boilers.
• Coordinate and schedule routine installation, repair, maintenance and upgrade of facility systems (mechanical, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, roof, etc.) with outside contractors and agency management at all OLCC owned facilities with minimal disruption to agency operations.
• Operates computer terminal to interface with energy management system components or building automation systems.
• Manage contractors on site, inspects and evaluates work in progress to ensure conformance to schedules, blueprints, schematics, and construction, fire and safety codes and advises ASD Director when project is complete, while ensuring contractors are following all state and county building codes.
• Plans, coordinates and schedules all annual inspections for wet sprinkler and clean agent fire suppression, building fire alarm notification systems, steam boilers and related pressure vessels, overhead roll down fire doors, backflow devices, grease trap, water outflow systems, fire hydrants, and fire extinguishers.
• Coordinate and schedule programming adjustments, recalibration and repair of all environmental controls with outside control system technicians.
• Performs recurring maintenance, seasonal overhauls on systems and components.
• Cleans, oils, and greases equipment such as pumps, motor linkages, air handlers, damper controls, and air compressors.
• Tests systems and equipment for proper operation after any tasks have been performed.
• During inclement weather, perform deicing and snow removal services to keep surfaces clear and buildings, warehouses operational.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position and is required to meet the demands of this job.

Here's what you need to qualify

• Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelors degree in building construction, industrial engineering or related field AND one year of experience planning, scheduling, or coordinating facility system maintenance and construction projects.
• OR Four years of experience planning, scheduling or coordination facility system maintenance or construction projects.
• Preferred Skills: Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and construction practices and building codes
• Operational experience with Building Automation Systems, HVAC, Fire System, Access Control and photovoltaic (PV) systems
• Diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work at heights on platform and scissor lifts.
• Proficient with hand and power tools
• Proficient with computers and Office 365 suite
• Excellent communication skills, ability to work with others and coordinate vendors

Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, a pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered. The analysis will be based on the relevant experience, education and training documented in the application materials.

Any offer of employment with OLCC is contingent on acceptable references and background check.

This position requires a background and security check with fingerprinting to work in areas that handle confidential documents.

An adverse background and failed security clearance will result in disqualification.

Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference.

Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.

We hire preferred workers!

OLCC does not offer VISA sponsorships.

OLCC is fully committed to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified candidates without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. Oregon state government is a large organization by nearly any standard. With over 40,000 employees working all over the state, in small communities and large, we are proving that government can be innovative. We work as a team, challenging ourselves to be better, faster and more efficient with taxpayer dollars. After all, when every day we are responsible for caring for the needs of a diverse population and thriving business community, we simply must have the best and brightest workforce. If you take responsibility for your actions, are passionate about helping others succeed, and have a reputation for excellence and honesty, why not make Oregon state government your next career move? Joining our team means you open the door to many possibilities. From entry level to executive, outdoor work to policy setting, we have a role for nearly every calling, expertise and background. If you’re looking at us from across the country (or beyond!), know that Oregon is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Made up of seven diverse regions, Oregon has the ocean, mountains, valleys, high desert, cities, small towns, and almost everything in between. Oregon “flies with her own wings.”