Building Maintenance Coordinator

Company: State of Maine
Location: Augusta
Posted on: April 16, 2024

Job Description:

Department of Defense, Veterans' and Emergency Management - Military Bureau
Job Class Code: 8254
Grade: 19 (Professional/Technical)
Salary: $40,060 - $53,372Location: Augusta, ME - Camp Chamberlain
Opening Date: April 11, 2024
Closing Date: May 3, 2024

This is structure and craft work in evaluating, planning, directing and coordinating maintenance care and repair of buildings at the new Maine Army National Guard Camp Chamberlain in Augusta.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Establishing and maintaining a comprehensive inventory of buildings, condition and adequacy assessment,
• Identifying needed repairs
• Establishing budgetary needs
• Specifying and overseeing repair/construction/reconstruction projects.
• Oversight is exercised over contractors as a Clerk of the Works.
• Secondary responsibilities include performance of all levels of rough and finish carpentry work and snow removal. Skills or knowledge required:
  • Knowledge of methods, practices, materials, and equipment associated with building and related mechanical trades.
  • Knowledge of building maintenance.
  • Knowledge of OSHA, fire safety, and life safety guidelines and regulations.
  • Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions necessary in building maintenance, construction, and repair.
  • Knowledge of agency policies and procedures.
  • Ability to estimate labor and material costs for repair/construction/reconstruction projects.
  • Ability to design and coordinate repair/construction/reconstruction activities.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, and specifications.
  • Ability to inspect building conditions.
  • Ability to use standard desktop PC applications (word processing, data base, spreadsheet).
  • Ability to plan and oversee the execution of contractual agreements.
  • Ability to analyze and evaluate program and project performance and effectiveness.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Ability to write clearly and effectively. Minimum qualifications:
    
    An Associates Degree in Building Technology and four (4) years experience in the building construction industry and/or building/property management -OR- an acceptable equivalent combination of directly related education, training, and/or experience.
    
    Contact information:
    
    Questions about this position should be directed to Kenneth Merrifield at Kenneth.r.merrifield.nfg@army.mil or 207-430-6335
    
    Application Instructions:
    
    Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "Apply for this opening" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and copies of any transcripts or certifications you wish to have considered while evaluating your application. In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.
    
    If you require a paper application, please download and print one here https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/application-process or contact our office at 207-623-6700. Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with cover letter and resume before the closing date to Security & Employment Service Center, 45 Commerce Drive, Augusta, ME 04330 or faxed to 207-287-2018. Be sure title of the job you are applying for is included. Applications cannot be accepted after the posting closing date.
    
    Benefits of working for the State of Maine:
    
    No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
    • Work-Life Fit - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
    • Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28-$12,380.40 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
    • Dental Insurance - The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
    • Retirement Plan - The State contributes the equivalent of 13.41% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.21% for Confidential employees.
      
      State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
      
      Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for part-time employment.
      
      There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
      
      As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
      
      If you're looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we'd love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
      
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