Maintenance Specialist I
Company: State of Nebraska
Location: Lincoln
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Administrative Services -
Agency 65 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $21.836 Job Posting:
JR2026-00024711 Maintenance Specialist I (Open) Applications No
Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open
until closed): 04-16-2026 Job Description: The Department of
Administrative Services Building Division is seeking a Maintenance
Specialist I to join their team! This position performs a variety
of tasks beyond basic facility maintenance including skilled
construction, installation, alteration, fabrication, maintenance,
and repair work in one or more building trades and/or equipment
maintenance activities. The Specialist works individually or as a
member of a work crew, exercising a substantial degree of
independence in planning and organizing their own work and performs
related work as assigned. 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: Maintain the physical plant with
repairs and preventive maintenance. Perform carpentry work,
plumbing, electrical, HVAC, groundskeeping and other skilled trades
work. Schedules and performs specialized preventative maintenance
and repairs for equipment, systems, and machinery to ensure
necessary inspection, adjustment, and replacement of parts.
Maintain accurate inventory of all stock and commonly used
maintenance parts. Completes duties as assigned with or without
supervision. All other duties 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: Certification/Completion Diploma in one or more
applicable Maintenance trade(s). Licensed in one or more applicable
Maintenance Fields. Work Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm,
including rotating on call work Other: This position requires
driving. As such, the incumbent must be able to present a valid
driver’s license or another form of reliable transportation.
Regular and reliable attendance required. Knowledge, Skills and
Abilities: Ability to: communicate effectively, understand and
follow instructions, read and comprehend blueprints, reference
books and equipment manuals; perform skilled maintenance work in a
variety of building and mechanical trades. Trouble shoot and
identify problems, determine materials and equipment necessary to
install, repair and adjust buildings structures, systems and
fixtures; utilize and maintain hand tools, power tools and
maintenance equipment safely; perform manual labor, work in tight
spaces, climb ladders and scaffolding to perform work above ground;
conduct inspections, identify safety hazards and education/train
others in accident prevention and safety. If you're currently
employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this
external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs
Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can
access Workday anytime through the Link web page:
https://link.nebraska.gov/ 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.htmlbenefits 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.
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