Temporary Maintenance Specialist I

State-of-Nebraska; Ashland (NE); On-site; USD 44,000 - 49,200; Full time

Job summary

Game & Parks Commission in Ashland, NE seeks a Temporary Maintenance Specialist I to perform skilled carpentry and general maintenance at state park facilities. The role includes snow removal, and repair work on floors, roofs, walls and more, with interior finish duties upon completion.

A 40-hour work week and an 11-month schedule apply. Qualifications include an associate degree or vocational education in construction or building trades.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of carpentry, plumbing and electrical trades.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret construction drawings.
• Experience in building maintenance and safety inspections is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled carpentry and general maintenance at Game & Parks facilities in E. T. Mahoney State Park.
• Assist with snow removal and repair floors, roofs, windows, doors, walls, foundations, stairs and sidewalks.
• Finish interior work: drywall, insulation, cabinets, painting and sealing; follow blueprints for material lists.

Job description

The work we do matters!Hiring Agency:Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33Location:Ashland, NEHiring Rate:$22.327Job Posting:JR2026-00028259 Temporary Maintenance Specialist I (Open)Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):Job Description:This is a temporary full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with an 11-month work schedule.JOB DUTIES: Perform skilled carpentry work and general maintenance at Game and Parks facilities throughout E. T. Mahoney State Park including Venture park amenities. Assist with snow removal. Work on all types of structures repairing floors, roofs, windows, doors, walls, foundations, stairs, and sidewalks. After the repair work is completed, perform skilled work to complete interior finish of buildings; insulate walls, ceilings, and floors; hang, and finish drywall; build and install cabinets; install hardware; paint, stain, and seal interior wood work and cabinets. Read and interpret blueprints and drawings to prepare detailed material list with quantity and quality needed to complete each project. Clean, maintain and repair all tools and equipment used in the performance of assigned tasks. Schedule and perform specialized preventative maintenance and repairs equipment. Perform related work as required.Requirements / Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications: Associates degree or equivalent vocational education in construction, industrial engineering, HVAC, welding, or other building trade. Experience in building maintenance, a mechanical trade, or performing safety inspections, investigations or training may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis as determined appropriate by the agency.Other: Driver's license is required.Knowledge Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of advanced methods, practices, tools and equipment used in building trades, maintenance and repair work. Ability to perform skilled work in the carpentry, plumbing and electrical trades; determine the materials and equipment necessary to repair building structures, equipment and fixtures, HVAC and mechanical systems, interpret and work from blueprints, sketches, operator manuals, maintenance manuals, layout designs and specifications; work under temperature extremes (hot and cold); lift and move objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds; work in wet and dirty environments fixing water lines, sewer pumps, etc; work in cramped work spaces, above and below ground level; operate tools and equipment with sufficient manual dexterity as required to perform duties described above. Successful applicant must be available to work any shift as scheduled or in event of emergency.If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/BenefitsWe offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefitsEqual Opportunity StatementThe State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.