MAINTENANCE PERSON

The State of New Hampshire; Stewartstown (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental plan

Flexible leave

Job summary

The State of New Hampshire is seeking a Maintenance Person for Coleman State Park and Great North Woods. The role supports visitor services and maintains park facilities, grounds, and equipment to ensure a safe, welcoming environment for hikers, skiers, and visitors across multiple sites.

Based at 172 Pembroke Road, Concord, or Stewartstown, the position requires hands-on maintenance, records upkeep, and collaboration with trades personnel to keep state park properties in top condition.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience in trades such as carpentry, electrical, plumbing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees small projects to maintain and repair park facilities and grounds.
• Performs interior and exterior upkeep including basic electrical, plumbing, and carpentry work.
• Operates, maintains and repairs construction and power equipment and tools.
• Conducts preventative maintenance to facilities to ensure safety and longevity.
• Assists supervision of maintenance staff and coordinates tasks and training.

Skills

Maintenance

Trades experience

Power tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Construction equipment

Job description

Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division of Parks and Recreation

172 Pembroke Road

Concord, NH 03301

Maintenance Person - Coleman State Park and Great North Woods

Position#44897

$17.81/hour - $23.39/hour

Employment Type: Full-time

Location: 172 Pembroke Road, Concord, NH 03301; Stewartstown, NH (US)

Summary

Supports visitor services and ensures favorable conditions for parks, hiking and ski recreational areas, beaches, lakes and welcome centers through the provision of operational support and specialized skilled maintenance/mechanical duties, working independently as a lead staff member in a designated area; maintains machinery and equipment as well as all appropriate records on equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversees small projects to maintain and repair buildings, shelters, tables, fireplaces, roads, trails, bathrooms, and water systems; carries out simple maintenance and repairs in landscaping, masonry, carpentry, electrical, and plumbing disciplines to keep buildings and grounds operational.
• Performs general interior and exterior upkeep to maintain park conditions; installs and repairs basic electrical, plumbing, and carpentry; paints; and assists trades personnel in the maintenance and repair of buildings within a State Park(s), surrounding grounds and other assigned properties.
• Operates, maintains and repairs construction equipment, power equipment, and tools, including responsibility for sharpening power and hand tools.
• Conducts preventative maintenance to the facilities to assure a safe and pleasant environment for the users and to avoid premature replacement of equipment.
• Assists with supervising support and unskilled maintenance staff to include assigning job duties, providing on-the-job training, and coordinating maintenance and equipment repair tasks or projects.
• Monitors inventory and supplies and conducts and oversees general custodial duties in and around State Park facilities including but not limited to trash removal, cleaning of restroom and kitchen facilities, and litter pickup to maintain buildings and property.
• Monitors inventory and supplies and assists with ordering and receiving replenishments. Maintains inventory and maintenance/service records.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Experience: High school diploma or equivalent credential

License/Certification: Valid driver’s license

Other Requirements: None

Trainee Option: Not applicable

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in trades, to include carpentry, general maintenance, use of power tools and hand tools to maintain, fix and repair building and grounds.

After-Hire Requirements

None

Career Advancement Opportunities

In-Band Advancement Available: No

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: No

Benefits

• HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits
• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

Link for details on State-paid health benefits: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet: https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH1-800-735-2964

Posted: 10/23/2026

Close Date: 11/09/2026

Job Summary: Maintenance Person

Occupation Category: 39-0000 Personal Care and Service Occupations