Facility Maintenance Specialist

Initial Posting Date:

08/18/2025

Application Deadline:

08/28/2025

Agency:

Department of Administrative Services

Salary Range:

$3,856 - $5,325

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Facility Maintenance Specialist

Job Description:

The Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is seeking a Facility Maintenance Specialist to help maintain, repair, and improve our state-owned and managed buildings.

You’ll work on a wide range of projects including plumbing, carpentry, painting, mechanical repairs, welding, fabrication, and more, to keep Oregon’s government facilities operating safely and efficiently. Every day brings new challenges and a chance to make a visible impact.

What You’ll Do

• Perform skilled repairs and preventative maintenance on building systems, fixtures, and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair plumbing, carpentry, roofing, flooring, masonry, and mechanical systems.
• Fabricate custom tools, parts, or fixtures from metal, wood, or other materials.
• Maintain and test fire and life safety systems
• Inspect and coordinate repairs for HVAC, boilers, irrigation, and security systems.
• Work in diverse environments, historic mansions, modern offices, labs, and more.

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What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

Two years of: a) general building maintenance; b) carpentry; c) electrical; d) mechanical; e) painting; or f) plastering experience.

A journeyman's license/card in any of the above trades will substitute for this experience. Be sure a copy of your journeyman's license/card is attached to your application form.

Desired Attributes:

• Experience operating forklifts, boom lifts, and scissor lifts safely and efficiently.
• Proven ability to independently prioritize and organize tasks efficiently to meet deadlines while staying adaptable to changing needs.
• Expertise in delivering high-quality work that ensures accuracy and completeness.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional customer service abilities, with a track record of building and maintaining effective relationships with colleagues and customers.
• Skilled in performing general maintenance and repairs in commercial buildings, including flush valves, pumps, roll-up doors, and door closures.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in both collaborative team environments and independently with minimal supervision.

Preference Statement:

Preference will be given to those with experience in Computer Maintenance Manager Systems (CMMS) software (eg. Tririga).

Why DAS?

At DAS, you’ll join a team that’s got your back and values the work you do. Every day is different, you might be fixing a roof in the morning and fabricating a custom part in the afternoon. You’ll get the chance to work across multiple trades, pick up new skills, and take pride in keeping Oregon’s most important buildings running. It’s hands-on work that makes a real difference, in a place where safety, teamwork, and quality come first.

Our amazing benefits include: 

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family. Additional benefits include life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare. 
• Generous Paid Time Off: 11 holidays, 3 personal business days, monthly sick leave, and vacation leave that increases with years of service. 
• Retirement Benefits: Membership in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP). 
• Wellness Resources: Support for work-life balance, health, and overall well-being. 
• Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement. 
• Commuting: Access to Get There - Oregon’s carpool matching tool and trip planner. 
• Student Loan Forgiveness: Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. 
• Live, work, and play in Salem, Oregon.

How to Apply

Ready to join our team? Here’s how to apply: 

• External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” link and submit your application. View this video for help. 
• Internal Applicants (Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account. View this knowledge article for help. 
• Important Application Tips: Attach a current resume and cover letter that clearly demonstrate how you meet the required qualifications. Carefully follow all instructions. Only complete applications received by the posted deadline will be considered. 

Additional Details

• This announcement is for one permanent, full-time, SEIU-represented Facility Maintenance Specialist. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.
• Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference, as it is not available for you to view after the announcement deadline. If you have questions about the announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, contact Cassie Graham, cassie.graham@das.oregon.gov, 503-949-6169.
• Employee is required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state where the employee resides.
• *The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%.
• This position is subject to a criminal records check, which may require fingerprints. If you are offered employment, the offer will be contingent upon the outcome of a criminal records check (FBI).  Any history of criminal activity will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.
• Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.

Helpful Links & Resources

How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ | What You Need to Know to Get the Job

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The Department of Administrative Services is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity. At the Department of Administrative Services, we embody the value of hiring a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce revitalizes our state. We value diversity and foster a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive.