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Hiring Agency:

Administrative Services - Agency 65

Location:

Norfolk, NE

Hiring Rate:

$21.836

Job Posting:

JR2026-00024838 Maintenance Specialist I (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

04-21-2026

Job Description:

Are you looking for a great work/life balance with top notch benefits? The Department of Administrative Services State Building Division is looking for a Facility Maintenance Specialist to join the excellent Maintenance crew at the Norfolk Regional Center.

Look at what we have to offer!
• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
• Military leave
• 156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Fun, inviting teammates
• A safe and secure environment
At the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!

 

Job Duties: Troubleshoot, repair and maintain, boilers, commercial hot water heaters and HVAC systems. Perform preventive maintenance, conduct inspections, and complete work orders. Assist staff with painting, plumbing, carpet and tile installation, snow removal and other duties as assigned within the scope of the classification.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Associates degree or equivalent vocational education in construction, industrial engineering, HVAC, welding, or other building trade. Experience in building maintenance, a mechanical trade, or performing safety inspections, investigations or training may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis as determined appropriate by the agency.

Preferred Qualifications: Electrical experience, operating heavy equipment, plumbing skills, power tools, painting skills, knowledge of groundskeeping equipment, and basic construction experience.

Work Shift: Monday-Friday 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM with rotating on call duties

Other: This position requires driving. As such, the incumbent must be able to provide a valid driver's license. Regular and Reliable attendance is required.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Boiler, chiller, air handler experience, pneumatic pumps. Basic computer skills. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Rotating on call duties. The ability to work unsupervised on projects and work with maintenance staff on projects.

 

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Benefits

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. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote 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.