Journey Maintenance Specialist (Capitol Hill Complex)

United Trading Group; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

The Division of Facilities Construction and Management (DFCM) in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a Journey Maintenance Specialist to support state agencies with high-level maintenance, construction, and technical consultation.

This is a full-time, on-site role with diverse trades work, requires a valid Utah driver’s license, and on-call availability. Compensation aligns with union/state scales and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance, construction, or use of hand tools.
• Trade school training or background with mechanical and electrical systems.
• Willingness to learn and grow in the role.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and diagnoses problems, performs repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Provides technical consultation for project orders, including plans and estimates.
• Builds, fabricates, or repairs structures and equipment from drawings.
• Welds, solders, brazes, and fabricates materials.
• Paints and finishes wood, metal, and other materials.
• Performs general facility maintenance across trades, including plumbing/electrical.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Construction

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Hand tools

Problem-solving

Education

Trade school training

Mechanical/electrical background

Tools

Power tools

Ladders & rigging

Measuring devices

Job description

Journey Maintenance Specialist (Capitol Hill Complex)

Are you an experienced facilities/building maintenance professional seeking a role where your vast experience in the skilled trades are the key to supporting state agencies? We are looking for a versatile Journey Maintenance Specialist to support state agencies through high-level maintenance, construction, and technical consultation. If you possess a diverse skill set and a proven track record of skilled problem-solving, apply to join our team today as we work to maintain and improve critical state infrastructure!

Job Details

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.
Salary – $19.23 - $31.88 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site
Application Deadline –Open Until Filled

Key Responsibilities

This is a journey level job. Incumbents perform a wide variety of skilled maintenance/construction duties requiring independent ability to organize and complete maintenance or construction projects, including technical consultation and limited design work, materials and cost estimates, plus compliance with applicable codes.

A Journey Maintenance Specialist may:

• Troubleshoots and diagnoses problems, makes adjustments, repairs and/or performs preventative maintenance on computers, vehicles, equipment, or machinery, etc.
  
• Provides technical consultation to originators of project job orders, including development of project plans and related estimates.
  
• Builds, fabricates, or repairs structures, equipment, and/or miscellaneous articles from verbal instructions, blueprints and/or working drawings.
  
• Welds, solders, brazes, grinds, and/or fabricates various materials.
  
• Paints, finishes and refinishes wood, metal and other materials.
  
• Performs general facility maintenance including painting, carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical, as well as general cleaning and sanitation.
• Performs related plumbing, mechanical, painting and pipe fitting, etc., duties.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong work ethic, exceptional reliability, and a genuine willingness to learn and grow within the role. We are seeking an individual with hands-on experience in facility/building maintenance, construction or experience working directly with hand tools and construction machinery. Relevant trade school training, education, or a demonstrated background with mechanical and electrical systems—or an equivalent combination of practical experience and training—will also be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional points will be awarded to candidates with experience in:

• Electrical systems.
  
• Heating and cooling systems.
  
• Culinary and waste water piping systems.
  
• Reading schematic drawings.
  
• Working with computer controls

Supplemental Information

• Must have a valid Utah Driver's License
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, work in confined areas, bend and crouch and work with hazardous chemicals.
  
• Must be able to see and hear.
  
• Must be available for On Call.

About the Role

Location –
350 North State Street
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84114
United States
Background Check Required – Yes
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency

The Division of Facilities Construction and Management (DFCM) is dedicated to providing professional services to assist State entities in meeting their facility needs for the benefit of the public, and is the building manager for all State owned facilities. Read more about DFCM here.

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact [phone].