Lead Maintenance Specialist

State of Utah; Taylorsville (UT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Utah seeks a Lead Journey Maintenance/Construction Specialist to drive maintenance and construction across state facilities, ensuring safety and seamless operations. The role acts as a technical resource and mentor for facility teams and contractors.

You will oversee advanced journey-level work in multiple trades, coordinate projects, and promote quality workmanship and exceptional customer service across state agencies.

Qualifications

• Must have six years of progressive experience in commercial building maintenance, construction, facilities management, or a building trade.
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship program in a building trade with four years of journey-level experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and directly related experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance and construction activities within state facilities.
• Coordinate maintenance and small construction projects.
• Mentor and train staff; monitor daily work activities.
• Ensure facilities are maintained safely, efficiently, and with quality workmanship.

Skills

Building trades

Maintenance leadership

Welding

Building controls

Trade systems

Mentoring staff

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship program in a building trade

Tools

CMMS

Job description

About The Role

Keep our facilities running, our people safe, and our operations seamless. We’re looking for a skilled Lead Journey Maintenance/Construction Specialist who will assist in driving operational excellence across state facilities. As a Lead Maintenance/Construction Specialist, you’ll serve as a key technical resource and mentor—utilizing your comprehensive skills in building controls, maintenance and construction, welding, and trade systems to keep our operations safe and seamless.

Job Details

• FT / PT Status – Full-Time


• Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.


• Salary – $25.91 - $40.16 Hourly Wage


• Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site


• Application Deadline – 10/4/2026*

Key Responsibilities

Under general supervision, serve as the lead worker for maintenance and construction activities within assigned state facilities. Perform advanced journey-level work in multiple building trades, coordinate maintenance and small construction projects, assign and monitor daily work activities, mentor and train staff, and ensure facilities are maintained in a safe, efficient, and professional manner. This position serves as a technical resource for facility managers, maintenance staff, contractors, and state agencies while promoting quality workmanship, safety, and excellent customer service.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants Must Possess One Of The Following

• High school diploma or equivalent and six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in commercial building maintenance, construction, facilities management, or a recognized building trade; or


• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship program in a building trade and four (4) years of journey-level experience; or


• An equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.


• Currently have a valid Utah Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial or institutional facility maintenance


• Government facilities maintenance


• Healthcare, educational, or correctional facilities maintenance


• Building automation systems (BAS)


• Energy management systems


• Construction project coordination


• Preventive maintenance planning


• Supervisory or lead-worker experience


• Computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)


• Electrical systems


• Heating and cooling systems


• Culinary and waste water piping systems experience


• Experience reading schematic drawings

Preferred Licenses And Certifications

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification


• EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification


• Forklift and aerial lift certifications


• First Aid and CPR Certification


• Building Operator Certification (BOC)


• Other trade-specific certifications related to facility maintenance and construction

Supplemental Information

The Employee Must Be Able To

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.


• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crawl, and reach while performing maintenance duties.


• Climb ladders, scaffolding, and work from elevated platforms or aerial lifts.


• Work in mechanical rooms, rooftops, confined spaces, and other challenging environments.


• Operate hand tools, power tools, equipment, and state vehicles safely.


• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.


• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).


• Respond to emergency maintenance situations, including occasional after-hours or on-call assignments, as required.

Location

Taylorsville State Office Building
4315 S 2700 W
Taylorsville, Utah, 84129
United States

Background Check Required

You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Drug Test Required

No

Schedule Code

B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team

Benefits

• 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. You can 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].