What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Maint & Operations Consultant position at Commonwealth of Kentucky?
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7/7/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)
2602964
Mechanical Maint & Operations Consultant
Pay Grade 14
Salary
$3,600.84 - $5,401.34 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Department of Parks
Location
500 Mero St 5th Floor
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
Description
The Department of Parks is currently seeking highly qualified and motivated applicants to fill an open Maintenance Operations Consultant position specializing in Wastewater Plant operations, collections systems, pump stations and force main systems.
This position reports to the Facilities Management Maintenance Operations Branch located at Kentucky State Parks Central Office in Frankfort, KY.
Certification as a level 2 or level 3 wastewater plant operator and collections is highly preferable.
Required to be proficient with Microsoft Office applications: Excel, Word and Outlook. Experience with Microsoft Teams and other virtual meeting platforms is preferred.
This position will work collaboratively with a wide range of Parks staff including Planning and Design professionals, Construction craftsmen and Master level tradesmen. Our goal is to maintain our State Parks to the highest standards. The position offers Parks travel perks and an inviting, friendly work atmosphere where you will be encouraged and supported.
Responding applicants must be willing to travel to all KY State Parks to perform job duties. Some overnight travel may be required.
Duties of the position include but are not limited to the following:
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: High school graduate.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Five years of experience in the maintenance or repair of HVAC, refrigeration, ventilation, or electrical systems.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Formal training in one of the above or related fields will substitute for the required experience on a year- for-year basis.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in one of the above or related fields will substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be 18 years of age.
Working Conditions
May be required to take care of emergency repairs twenty-four hours a day.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Michael Hammond at michael.hammond@ky.gov or 502-229-4480.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
7/7/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)
2602964
Mechanical Maint & Operations Consultant
Pay Grade 14
Salary
$3,600.84 - $5,401.34 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
Click here for more details on state employment.
Hiring Agency
Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Department of Parks
Location
500 Mero St 5th Floor
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
Description
The Department of Parks is currently seeking highly qualified and motivated applicants to fill an open Maintenance Operations Consultant position specializing in Wastewater Plant operations, collections systems, pump stations and force main systems.
This position reports to the Facilities Management Maintenance Operations Branch located at Kentucky State Parks Central Office in Frankfort, KY.
Certification as a level 2 or level 3 wastewater plant operator and collections is highly preferable.
Required to be proficient with Microsoft Office applications: Excel, Word and Outlook. Experience with Microsoft Teams and other virtual meeting platforms is preferred.
This position will work collaboratively with a wide range of Parks staff including Planning and Design professionals, Construction craftsmen and Master level tradesmen. Our goal is to maintain our State Parks to the highest standards. The position offers Parks travel perks and an inviting, friendly work atmosphere where you will be encouraged and supported.
Responding applicants must be willing to travel to all KY State Parks to perform job duties. Some overnight travel may be required.
Duties of the position include but are not limited to the following:
- Manage and supervise maintenance projects, repairs and process operations with the primary focus being wastewater treatment plants, collection systems and other components related to wastewater treatment operation.
- Perform investigations, troubleshooting, repairs and audits of Park waste-water systems.
- Develop project-scope documents, cost estimates, and project schedules for repairs and replacement.
- Provide project status updates.
- Utilize Parks project and cost-tracking tools via Excel spreadsheets and other database tools such as FM Works.
- Comply with established Operational Maintenance Branch policies for maintaining accurate records of all projects, repairs, and Agency required documentation.
- Provide technical directions and training to Park wastewater plant staff to ensure compliance with all WW permit requirements, plant operations, testing, and regulatory reporting functions.
- Monitor safety compliance, and preventative maintenance plans.
- Assist Parks staff with resources and training to obtain or maintain required WW Plant operator certifications
- A 37.5-hour work week (occasional overtime required)
- Paid Time Off (Sick and Vacation) Paid Holidays
- Affordable Health and Life Insurance with Optional Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental and vision insurance options
- Retirement
- Wellness Incentives Program
- Complimentary Park familiarization visits for you and family
- Employee meal and Parks gift shop discounts
- Training and Career Development Opportunities
- Paid Professional License Fees
- Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: High school graduate.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Five years of experience in the maintenance or repair of HVAC, refrigeration, ventilation, or electrical systems.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Formal training in one of the above or related fields will substitute for the required experience on a year- for-year basis.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in one of the above or related fields will substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be 18 years of age.
Working Conditions
May be required to take care of emergency repairs twenty-four hours a day.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Michael Hammond at michael.hammond@ky.gov or 502-229-4480.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Salary : $3,601 - $5,401