MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT

MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT Date: Sep 20, 2024 Req ID: 43460 Location: Arkadelphia, AR, US, 71923 Category: AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES Anticipated Starting Salary: $32,405.00 Position Number: 22097647 County: Clark Posting End Date: 9/27/2024 Anticipated Starting Salary: $32,405.00 DDS This position serves at the Arkadelphia Human Development Center. This position will work with the grounds crew, mowing, maintaining, and removing natural debris from the property. Other mechanical abilities preferred. The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others. Position InformationClass Code: S065CGrade: GS01FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPTSalary Range: $32,405.00 - $51,686.00SummaryThe Maintenance Assistant is responsible for maintaining buildings, grounds, and equipment. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.FunctionsMakes minor repairs to the interior/exterior of buildings and facilities and maintains furniture and equipment, employing basic skills in plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and mechanical. Mows grass, cuts weeds, gathers, and removes trash from lawns. Starts, operates, and checks for safety and maintenance on a wide variety of small engines, lawn mowers, and/or hand tools. Maintains vehicles by changing oil and filters, replacing tires, repairing breaks, changing plugs, and other repairs, and keeps vehicle maintenance and repair records. Cleans and replaces filters on air conditioners and performs minor repairs on central heating and air conditioning systems. Mops, waxes and vacuums floors, as needed or required. Performs other duties as assigned.DimensionsNoneKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of basic carpentry, electrical systems, plumbing, painting, and heating and air conditioning. Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and safety requirements of motorized vehicles and equipment. Ability to operate and perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on motorized vehicles and equipment. Ability to perform routine building and grounds maintenance work. Ability to use, operate, and maintain electrical tools and machinery.Minimum QualificationsThe formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus one year of experience or training in the building construction trades, general building maintenance, or in the repair or maintenance of mechanical equipment. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. 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.LicensesNoneThe 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. Nearest Major Market:Little RockNearest Secondary Market:Arkadelphia