Temporary Maintenance Specialist : Construction Specialist

Temporary Maintenance Specialist I:
Construction Specialist

Location:

Lincoln, NE. Salary: $21.836 per hour. This temporary full-time Maintenance Specialist is a member of the Operations and Construction crew.

• Assist in a wide variety of construction activities, including moving dirt to construct roadways and camping pads for new campgrounds.
• Operate machinery such as skid steers, wheel loaders, mini excavators, forklifts, and other equipment and tools.
• Replace or install new concrete sidewalks or trails.
• Plan for and perform regular maintenance of equipment, tools, and machinery.
• Assist with winter operations such as snow and ice removal.

• Associate’s degree or equivalent vocational education in construction, industrial engineering, HVAC, welding, or another building trade.
• Experience in building maintenance, a mechanical trade, or performing safety inspections, investigations, or training may substitute education on a year‑for‑year basis as appropriate.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

• General knowledge of building construction and maintenance practices.
• Ability to safely maintain and operate equipment, powered tools, and hand tools, including skid loaders, backhoes, rubber‑tire loaders, trenchers, and other equipment.
• Ability to use construction levels and set grades for drainage and ADA projects.
• Perform manual labor in adverse weather conditions, tight spaces, climb ladders, conduct inspections, and identify safety hazards.
• Communicate effectively, understand and follow directions.
• Read and comprehend blueprints and determine materials and equipment needed for projects.

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement, and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.

The State of Nebraska values our teammates and offers a supportive environment that promotes diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics. We are seeking talented individuals to join our team in careers that make a difference in the lives of Nebraskans.