Lead Maintenance/Construction Specialist

Keep our facilities running, our people safe, and our operations seamless. We’re looking for a skilled Lead Journey Maintenance/Construction Specialist who will assist in driving operational excellence across state facilities. As a Lead Maintenance/Construction Specialist, you’ll serve as a key technical resource and mentor—utilizing your comprehensive skills in building controls, maintenance and construction, and trade systems to keep our operations safe and seamless.

Job Details

FT / PT Status – Full-Time

Salary – $25.91 - $40.16 Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Victoria Trujillo | victoriatrujillo@utah.gov | 801-957-7235

Application Deadline –Open Until Filled

Key Responsibilities

As a Lead Journey Maintenance/Construction Specialist You Will

Under general supervision, serves as the lead worker for maintenance and construction activities within assigned state facilities. Performs advanced journey-level work in multiple building trades, coordinates maintenance and small construction projects, assigns and monitors daily work activities, mentor and train staff, and ensures facilities are maintained in a safe, efficient, and professional manner. This position serves as a technical resource for facility managers, maintenance staff, contractors, and state agencies while promoting quality workmanship, safety, and excellent customer service.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants Must Possess One Of The Following

• High school diploma or equivalent and six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in commercial building maintenance, construction, facilities management, or a recognized building trade; or
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship program in a building trade and four (4) years of journey-level experience; or
• An equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
• Currently have a valid Utah Driver's License
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

Preference may be given to applicants with experience in:

• Commercial or institutional facility maintenance
• Government facilities maintenance
• Healthcare, educational, or correctional facilities maintenance
• Building automation systems (BAS)
• Energy management systems
• Construction project coordination
• Preventive maintenance planning
• Supervisory or lead-worker experience
• Computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
• Electrical systems
• Heating and cooling systems
• Culinary and waste water piping systems experience
• Experience reading schematic drawings
  
  

Preferred Licenses And Certifications

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification
• EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification
• Forklift and aerial lift certifications
• First Aid and CPR Certification
• Building Operator Certification (BOC)
• Other trade-specific certifications related to facility maintenance and construction
  
  

Supplemental Information

The Employee Must Be Able To

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crawl, and reach while performing maintenance duties.
• Climb ladders, scaffolding, and work from elevated platforms or aerial lifts.
• Work in mechanical rooms, rooftops, confined spaces, and other challenging environments.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, equipment, and state vehicles safely.
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Respond to emergency maintenance situations, including occasional after-hours or on-call assignments, as required.
  
  

About The Role

Location –350 North State Salt Lake City, UT 84114

Background Check Required – Yes

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team

Benefits

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah , click here . Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
  
  

The Agency The Division of Facilities Construction and Management (DFCM) is dedicated to providing professional services to assist State entities in meeting their facility needs for the benefit of the public, and is the building manager for all State owned facilities. You can read more about DFCM here .

EEO Statement The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.