Maintenance Technician

Idaho Department of Fish and Game Career Opportunity

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SPECIAL NOTIFICATION: This position is exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission. This job announcement will now remain open until the position has been filled. Applications will be periodically reviewed as they are received. Applicants are encouraged to apply and submit their applications as soon as possible.

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking a Maintenance Technician. This position will be located at our Clearwater Regional Office located in Lewiston, ID. This position is a 5-month, non-benefited temporary position and will work 30-40 hours a week. Work schedules may include weekends and holidays. The work schedule is flexible but generally, this position will work three or four 10-hour days. The technician performs landscaping duties (mostly mowing and weed whacking), picks up garbage and cleans the restrooms at our sites.

Why IDFG? We are a premier natural resource agency dedicated to preserving, protecting, perpetuating, and managing Idaho's fish and wildlife for this great state. We are committed to creativity, innovation, and excellence as we cultivate opportunities for our customers to engage with our natural resources and become resource stewards for future generations. We are highly dedicated to our mission, committed to our team, and we know how to balance work/life commitments while loving the work we do.

General Information:

Incumbents may work in all weather conditions and move in and around confined spaces. These positions are maintenance oriented. These positions involve lifting and carrying items weighing approximately 90 pounds, bending, stooping, shoveling, and climbing ladders. Work may be required in remote and rugged terrain.

Responsibilities:

• This position works as part of a several-person team to perform operations and maintenance of Department lands and facilities, primarily fishing and boating access sites. The incumbent must be able to communicate and function effectively as part of a team, in addition to working well independently.
• Cleaning/restocking restrooms and removing trash.
• Operate tools and equipment such as pressure washers, lawnmowers, and weed eaters.
• Perform light maintenance (painting, dock repair, small engines).
• Document site use, needed repairs, replacing, and installing signage.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: (These qualifications are required.)

• Some knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical and/or general building maintenance.
• Experience performing semi-skilled carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and/or building maintenance repair.
• Experience using, repairing, and maintaining tools and equipment normally associated with carpentry, mechanics, plumbing, and electrical work.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.

To learn more about the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, please see the following:

Thank you for applying with the Idaho Department of Fish and Game!

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Idaho Department of Fish and Game
3316 16 th Street
Lewiston, ID 83501

WEBSITE:
https://idfg.idaho.gov/

EMAIL:
mitchell.huckaby@idfg.idaho.gov

PHONE:
(208) 791-6242

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.