Maintenance Specialist

Overview

The Department of Human Services (DHS) is a place for people who are passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure safe environments in child care centers and nursing homes. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Working for DHS offers perks such as a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and more.

At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

Position information is provided below. Posting End Date and additional details may be updated as needed.

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County: Faulkner

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Department: Maintenance

The Maintenance Specialist provides essential support in managing the day-to-day maintenance operations within a facility or building complex. This role is focused on coordinating routine maintenance activities, processing work orders, and assisting in scheduling repairs and inspections. It is designed for individuals at the early stages of their maintenance management career who possess a foundational understanding of facility operations and are eager to learn and grow under the guidance of more senior team members.

• Receive, log, and prioritize maintenance requests from internal teams or building occupants.
• Assist in scheduling and tracking routine inspections, repairs, and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Coordinate with maintenance personnel and external vendors to ensure timely completion of work orders.
• Manage calendars and maintenance logs to keep operations running on schedule.
• Conduct initial troubleshooting of minor facility issues and escalate complex problems as needed.
• Provide on-site support for small-scale maintenance tasks under supervision.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance requests, completed repairs, and scheduled activities.
• Update databases or computerized maintenance management systems with relevant information.
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines and ensure that all work is performed safely.
• Assist with periodic safety checks and contribute to maintaining a hazard-free work environment.

• Familiarity with basic tools and equipment, such as hammers, drills, and hand tools.
• A willingness to learn about electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), and other systems relevant to facility maintenance.
• Ability to identify minor issues and determine practical solutions under the guidance of more experienced personnel.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for reporting issues and collaborating with maintenance team members.
• Capacity to perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and walking on various surfaces, which are common in maintenance duties.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in maintenance coordination or facilities management, demonstrating expertise in handling complex maintenance projects.

Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.

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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.