Multitrade Maintenance Tech – Grounds & Facilities

State of Louisiana; Jackson (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Louisiana, through ELMHS in Jackson, LA, seeks a skilled Maintenance Worker to join the Maintenance Department. The role encompasses a broad set of trades—from carpentry to HVAC—to maintain hospital grounds and facilities and perform essential repairs across plumbing, electrical, and painting tasks.

The incumbent will operate landscaping equipment, perform groundskeeping, and handle general repairs. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• One year of experience or training in building trades, maintenance, or grounds maintenance.
• Six semester hours in construction management, construction technology, or engineering, or related coursework.
• Must maintain a valid, unencumbered driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain hospital grounds and facilities.
• Operate power and handheld equipment (weed eaters, mowers, chainsaws, etc.).
• Make repairs in plumbing, carpentry, electrical, HVAC/refrigeration, and painting as needed.
• Maintain and repair ground equipment.
• Comply with State Civil Service job specifications and reporting requirements.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

General repair skills

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Trade training in maintenance

Job description

The State of Louisiana, through ELMHS in Jackson, LA, seeks a skilled Maintenance Worker to join the Maintenance Department. The role encompasses a broad set of trades—from carpentry to HVAC—to maintain hospital grounds and facilities and perform essential repairs across plumbing, electrical, and painting tasks.

The incumbent will operate landscaping equipment, perform groundskeeping, and handle general repairs. A valid driver’s license is required.