Mechanical Maint & Operations Techn I

Commonwealth-of-Kentuck; Burkesville (KY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Overtime eligibility

Health insurance

Life insurance

Retirement

Training opportunities

Complimentary state park visits

Job summary

Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance & Operations Technician I to join Team Kentucky. This role covers installation, inspection and maintenance of HVAC, electrical, refrigeration and related systems at the park and surrounding facilities.

The ideal candidate has at least two years of experience in maintenance or repair of HVAC, refrigeration, ventilation or electrical systems, and must be 18 years or older.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in the maintenance or repair of HVAC, refrigeration, ventilation, or electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Installs, repairs, and maintains air conditioning, heating, refrigeration, ventilation, electrical systems, and associated equipment.
• Inspects and checks for the working performance of equipment according to specifications.
• Performs checks and tests on mechanical equipment.
• Tests water quality and adds proper amounts of chemicals and gases to water and operating equipment.
• Repairs and maintains electrical, plumbing, and sewerage operations.
• Keeps basic records of work activities.
• Provides technical assistance in the maintenance and operation of heating and cooling equipment.

Tools

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Refrigeration

Ventilation

Job description

Advertisement Closes

11/8/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Pay Grade

11

Salary

$16.98 - $25.47 Hourly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Department of Parks

Location

5970 State Park Road
Burkesville, KY 42717 USA

Description

Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park is now seeking a Mechanical Maintenance & Operations Technician I to joinTeam Kentucky! Dale Hollow Lake is one of the true natural wonders of the Commonwealth and our staff membersplay a crucial role in helping our guests to create memorable experiences. Why not work somewhere beautiful?!?Give your career the boost it deserves with Kentucky State Parks!

The duties of a Mechanical Maintenance & Operations Technician I include the following:

• Installs, repairs, and maintains air conditioning, heating, refrigeration, ventilation, electrical systems, and associated equipment.
• Inspects and checks for the working performance of equipment according to specifications.
• Performs checks and tests on mechanical equipment.
• Tests water quality and adds proper amounts of chemicals and gases to water and operating equipment.
• Repairs and maintains electrical, plumbing, and sewerage operations.
• Keeps basic records of work activities.
• Provides technical assistance in the maintenance and operation of heating and cooling equipment.

We offer a great package of employee and family-friendly benefits, including:

• Paid time off (sick and vacation) plus paid holidays
• Overtime and compensatory time
• Affordable health insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account
• Life insurance
• Retirement
• Wellness incentives program
• Training and career development opportunities; paid continuing education
• Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)
• Complimentary state park visits for you and your family!

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: NONE

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Two years of experience in the maintenance or repair of HVAC, refrigeration, ventilation, or electrical systems.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Formal training in one of the above or related fields will substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be 18 years of age.

Working Conditions

May be required to take care of emergency repairs twenty-four hours a day.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Christopher Asberry at [e-mail] or 270-433-7431.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D