Maintenance Specialist II: Skilled Trades & Facility Safety

State of Nebraska; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Nebraska in Lincoln, NE is seeking a Maintenance Specialist II to perform skilled repairs across plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and carpentry, while supervising inmate maintenance porters and participating in an on-call rotation. This role emphasizes safety, security, and reliable facility operations.

Applicants must have an associate degree or vocational training plus at least one year of related maintenance experience; advanced skills in locks and security hardware are valued.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent vocational education in construction, HVAC, welding, or maintenance trade.
• One year of experience in building maintenance or a mechanical trade.
• Experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled facility maintenance and repairs, including carpentry, HVAC, flooring, drywall, electrical, plumbing, locksmithing, and painting.
• Install, repair, and maintain locks, and security hardware throughout the facility.
• Oversee preventative maintenance and safety inspections to ensure a safe, secure, and functional environment.
• Supervise inmate maintenance porters while maintaining accountability of tools and work areas.
• Complete building alterations and repairs, including framing, concrete finishing, and flooring.
• Assist with seasonal duties such as lawn care and snow removal.

Skills

Carpentry

HVAC

Electrical work

Plumbing

Locksmithing

Education

Associates degree or equivalent vocational education in construction, HVAC, welding, or other maintenance/construction trade

One year of experience in building maintenance or a mechanical trade

Job description

State of Nebraska in Lincoln, NE is seeking a Maintenance Specialist II to perform skilled repairs across plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and carpentry, while supervising inmate maintenance porters and participating in an on-call rotation. This role emphasizes safety, security, and reliable facility operations.

Applicants must have an associate degree or vocational training plus at least one year of related maintenance experience; advanced skills in locks and security hardware are valued.