SKILLED TRADESMAN

State of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Arkansas is seeking a Skilled Tradesman to perform maintenance, installation, repair, and construction work on state facilities. The role requires expertise in one or more trades such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, masonry, welding, or painting to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations.

Responsibilities include routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and collaborating with contractors and staff to complete projects.

Qualifications

• Advanced skilled trades capabilities across electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, welding, masonry or painting.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and technical drawings for installations and repairs.
• Ability to diagnose issues, determine solutions, and execute repairs efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled work in one or more trades to maintain state buildings and infrastructure.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance to identify issues.
• Maintain and repair tools, machinery, and equipment used in trade tasks.
• Operate trade-specific tools and heavy equipment as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of materials, work performed, and repairs.

Skills

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

HVAC

Welding

Masonry

Painting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Details

Position Number: 22168054

County: Pulaski

Posting End Date: [[postingEndDate

Anticipated Starting Salary: $52,137

Position Specifics:

The Skilled Tradesman is responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, and repair of boilers, chillers, and related HVAC equipment in compliance with state and federal regulations. This position includes performing general maintenance duties such as plumbing, painting, and troubleshooting within noisy or dusty environments.

Working Hours: 7am - 3:30pm with rotating weekends.

The mission of the Department of Finance and Administration is to provide Arkansas citizens convenient, effective, and courteous service which will encourage voluntary compliance with tax, license, and child support laws.

Position Information

Job Series: Skilled Trades

Classification: Skilled Tradesman - Career Path

Class Code: TST04P

Pay Grade: SGS06

Salary Range: $52,137 - $77,163

Job Summary

The Skilled Tradesman is responsible for performing specialized maintenance, installation, repair, and construction work within a department. This position requires expertise in one or more trades, including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, welding, or masonry, to maintain and improve state-owned facilities, infrastructure, and equipment. The Skilled Tradesman ensures that all work is completed efficiently, safely, and in compliance with state and federal regulations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform skilled work in one or more trades, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, masonry, welding, or painting, to maintain state buildings and infrastructure.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance to identify potential issues before they become major problems.
• Maintain and repair tools, machinery, and equipment used in trade-related tasks.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools, as well as heavy equipment such as forklifts, scissor lifts, or backhoes, depending on the assigned trade.
• Maintain accurate records of materials used, work completed, and repairs performed.
• Work closely with other trades professionals, contractors, and agency staff to complete projects efficiently.
• Provide guidance or training to apprentices or less experienced workers when necessary.

Knowledge and Skills

• Advanced knowledge and experience in one or more skilled trades, such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, masonry, welding, or painting.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to execute installations and repairs accurately.
• Ability to diagnose issues, determine solutions, and execute repairs efficiently.
• Ability to operate and maintain trade-specific tools, equipment, and machinery safely and effectively.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance techniques to extend the lifespan of equipment and infrastructure.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required, plus at least two (2) years of experience in one or more skilled trades.

Licensure/Certifications

Trade-related certifications (e.g., HVAC certification, journeyman electrician, plumbing license) are required if mandated by the trade. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Veteran Preference: A copy of a DD-214 must be submitted to the Hiring Official at the time of interview to be considered for Veteran Preference.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS at [phone] or dhs.gov/e-verify.