Maintenance Specialist — Grounds, Safety & Systems

State of Arkansas; Birdeye (AR); On-site; USD 43,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Health and dental benefits

Retirement plans

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid leave

Wellness programs

And much more

Job summary

The Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Maintenance Specialist to manage day-to-day maintenance operations on the grounds of the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in Birdeye, AR. This position focuses on routine maintenance, work orders, scheduling repairs, and ensuring safety compliance.

Starting salary ranges from $43,088 to $63,770 per year. This safety-sensitive role requires the ability to operate basic tools, perform physical tasks, and learn facility systems under

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Safety-sensitive position requiring random drug testing.
• Ability to perform physical maintenance tasks and operate basic tools.

Responsibilities

• Receive, log, and prioritize maintenance requests.
• Schedule and track routine inspections, repairs, and maintenance tasks.
• Coordinate with personnel and vendors to complete work orders.
• Maintain calendars and maintenance logs for smooth operations.
• Assist with minor troubleshooting and on-site maintenance under supervision.

Skills

Basic tools

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hammers & drills

Job description

The Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Maintenance Specialist to manage day-to-day maintenance operations on the grounds of the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in Birdeye, AR. This position focuses on routine maintenance, work orders, scheduling repairs, and ensuring safety compliance.

Starting salary ranges from $43,088 to $63,770 per year. This safety-sensitive role requires the ability to operate basic tools, perform physical tasks, and learn facility systems under