Building Maintenance Mechanic

Nature of Work

Under the supervision of the Building Maintenance Supervisors, the Building Maintenance Mechanic performs a variety of skilled and semi‑skilled work at the full‑performance level in the mechanical or building trades in connection with the maintenance and repair of the 120‑room lodge, 31 cabins, Old Inn, park residences, nature center, picnic shelters, horse stable, bathhouse, and park support facilities at Cacapon Resort State Park.

• Install, maintain, and repair HVAC systems including circulator pumps, thermostats, air handlers, filters, ductwork, heat exchangers, and PTAC units.
• Perform plumbing work such as installing, maintaining, and repairing faucets, shut‑off valves, water main lines, pumps, and water heaters.
• Maintain and repair safety equipment (smoke alarms, fire alarms, extinguishers, sprinklers) and monitor equipment in the Park Lodge and Cabins.
• Conduct limited electrical work, including installing and repairing small light fixtures, power outlets, and switches.
• Operate mechanical hand tools and power equipment such as chainsaws, leaf blowers, blowtorches, air compressors, circular saws, excavators, skid steers, and lawn mowers.
• Answer guest inquiries, deliver firewood to cabins, tend to the lodge fire pit, and perform evening closing duties such as closing the mountain gate.
• Work indoors and outdoors in all seasons and environments.
• Maintain professionalism in all interactions with park visitors and coworkers.

• No formal education required.
• Minimum two years of full‑time or equivalent part‑time paid experience in building maintenance or as a helper in a building trade.
• Certification from a federal EPA approved testing organization as a Clean Air Act refrigerant recycling technician is required for specific positions.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to work flexible schedules including weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
• Essential to possess good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must wear the park uniform during work hours.

State employment offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees.