What are the responsibilities and job description for the MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT position at State of Arkansas?
Date: Mar 5, 2025
Req ID: 47839
Location:
YANCOPIN, AR, US, 71770
Category: DEPT OF PARKS AND TOURISM
Anticipated Starting Salary: 32,405
Maintenance Assistant
Position #: 22158614
Grade: GS05
Salary: $32,405
Requisition: 47839
Location: Delta Heritage Trail State Park, Yancopin, AR
Closing date: 3/21/2025
This position performs general maintenance on grounds, facilities, equipment, and trails. Duties include seasonal grounds work such as mowing and weed trimming, cleaning restrooms and facilities, landscaping, and performing minor electrical, carpentry, and plumbing repairs. This position is also responsible for the operation and maintenance of a variety of park equipment and vehicles and will perform other duties as assigned. Applicant must possess a valid driver’s license, be able to work a varied schedule, including some weekends and holidays, and traverse rough terrain. A driving record check will be performed.
This position offers a full benefit package including paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health insurance, and retirement pension.
Applicants must meet or exceed these qualifications: The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus one year of experience or training in the building construction trades, general building maintenance, or in the repair or maintenance of mechanical equipment. 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.
We are an EOE/ADA/AA employer. Minorities and women encouraged to apply.
Applications accepted online only: https://arcareers.arkansas.gov/
Position Information
Class Code: S065C
Grade: GS01
FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT
Salary Range: $32,405.00 - $51,686.00
Summary
The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for maintaining buildings, grounds, and equipment. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Functions
Makes minor repairs to the interior/exterior of buildings and facilities and maintains furniture and equipment, employing basic skills in plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and mechanical. Mows grass, cuts weeds, gathers, and removes trash from lawns. Starts, operates, and checks for safety and maintenance on a wide variety of small engines, lawn mowers, and/or hand tools. Maintains vehicles by changing oil and filters, replacing tires, repairing breaks, changing plugs, and other repairs, and keeps vehicle maintenance and repair records. Cleans and replaces filters on air conditioners and performs minor repairs on central heating and air conditioning systems. Mops, waxes and vacuums floors, as needed or required. Performs other duties as assigned.
Dimensions
None
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of basic carpentry, electrical systems, plumbing, painting, and heating and air conditioning. Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and safety requirements of motorized vehicles and equipment. Ability to operate and perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on motorized vehicles and equipment. Ability to perform routine building and grounds maintenance work. Ability to use, operate, and maintain electrical tools and machinery.
Minimum Qualifications
The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus one year of experience or training in the building construction trades, general building maintenance, or in the repair or maintenance of mechanical equipment. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. 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.
Licenses
None
Salary : $32,405 - $51,686
