Licensed Tradesman Supervisor​/Expert

position number:
county: saline
posting end date: 11/05/25

daabh

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 s, 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.

hiring manager: debra young

functional title: facility maintenance director

special working conditions/preferences: this position is located at the arkansas health center in benton, ar. This position starts at the entry rate of $63,086.00/annually. This position oversees the entire facility maintenance department and a staff of over thirty employees. Applicants are required to have a current journeyman's licence in carpentry, electrician, plumbing, etc., 10 years’ supervisory and 5 years' running a maintenance department experience.

job series: skilled trades

classification: licensed tradesman supervisor/expert – career path

class code: tst
03p

pay grade: sgs
08

salary range: $63,086 - $93,367

the licensed tradesman supervisor/expert is responsible for overseeing skilled trades operations within a department. This role involves supervising licensed trades personnel, coordinating maintenance and construction projects, ensuring regulatory compliance, and performing advanced technical work in areas such as electrical, plumbing, hvac, welding, and other licensed trades. The licensed tradesman supervisor/expert plays a critical role in maintaining state facilities, infrastructure, and equipment while ensuring adherence to state and federal safety standards.

• lead, supervise, and mentor a team of licensed trades workers, ensuring high-quality workmanship and adherence to deadlines.
• assign and oversee maintenance, repair, and construction projects while balancing workload distribution among team members.
• plan, schedule, and oversee multiple trade-related maintenance and construction projects from start to finish.
• coordinate resources, materials, and manpower to ensure efficient project execution.
• inspect completed work to ensure compliance with state and federal building codes, industry standards, and safety regulations.
• perform advanced hands-on work in a specialized trade (electrical, plumbing, hvac, welding, or other licensed trades).
• diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex trade-related issues affecting state facilities and equipment.
• oversee and enforce preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and extend the lifespan of equipment and infrastructure.
• enforce adherence to osha, epa, and state workplace safety regulations.
• work closely with facility managers, engineers, contractors, and agency leadership to coordinate work efforts.

advanced knowledge and experience in one or more skilled trades (e.g., electrical, plumbing, hvac, welding). Experience in overseeing large-scale maintenance and construction projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective completion. Proficiency in using trade-specific tools, power equipment, and diagnostic technology. Strong understanding of arkansas state trade licensing laws, building codes, and safety regulations.

high school diploma or ged required, plus at least three (3) years of experience in one or more skilled trades.

must hold a valid arkansas state license in a recognized skilled trade, such as: journeyman electrician, journeyman plumber, hvac technician, welding certification, or other state-recognized trade licenses as required by position duties. 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.