Job Details

The Idaho State Police are currently seeking a Maintenance Craftsman, Senior, to serve the Headquarters facility in Meridian. This position will be required to perform duties in the operation, maintenance, and repair of buildings and related facilities and systems.

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

PLEASE NOTE: The successful applicant will be required to complete a full background investigation and polygraph examination. Please review the Idaho State Police Disqualifiers.

Job Responsibilities:

Facility maintenance

Electrical

• Maintain and repairs panels, circuits, wiring, and related systems.
• Replace switches, receptacles, ballast, fuse boxes, heat systems, motors, fans and lights.
• Repair electric motors and extension cords.
• Install communication cable and telephone lines.
• Assist journeyman electricians in new installations.

Plumbing

• Maintain and repair plumbing fixtures, lavatories, faucets, sinks, tubs, water heaters and water service and drain lines.
• Install domestic, irrigation, and sprinkler systems.
• Clean/unclog pipes, tanks, floor drains and sewers.
• Cut and thread or sweat pipes.
• Repair steam traps and pipes on heat systems.
• Conduct preventive maintenance of plumbing and steam systems.
• Assist journeyman plumbers in the installation and remodeling of plumbing systems.

Carpentry

• Install ceramic floor and wall tile, linoleum, plastic laminate and similar products.
• Repair built-up, shake, shingle, and other roofs.
• Patch holes in walls using sheetrock, plywood, tile, and plaster
• Reglaze windows.
• Build walls, partitions, benches, decks, and tables.
• Sketch from oral instructions and works from drawings to design and build specialty items.
• Build and set forms and pour and finish concrete.
• Build fences and gates.

HVAC

• Maintain and repair heating, ventilating, and air conditioning equipment such as air compressors, dryers, strainers, pneumatic and electronic controls and piping systems.
• Ensure water and steam coils, motors, belts, pulleys, condenser pans, duct work, dampers, and related systems are working properly.
• Repair fire alarm and pumping systems.

Miscellaneous

• Conduct preventive maintenance on building devices and systems.
• Operate equipment used in building maintenance and repair.
• Perform machinist work involving design and fabrication of specialized parts and equipment.
• Weld, repair and fabricate brackets, fixtures, and similar items.
• Rebuild motors and perform mechanical and preventive maintenance work on equipment.
• Lay brick, stone, and block.
• Remove debris from area.
• Repair appliances.
• Respond to emergency callbacks.
• Function as lead worker over other maintenance staff and assist with general related trade duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

Good knowledge of:

• Carpentry, plumbing, electrical and general building maintenance.

Some knowledge of

• HVAC and mechanical systems maintenance.
• Building codes.

Experience

• Performing skilled carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and building maintenance repair.
• Using and maintaining tools and equipment normally associated with carpentry, mechanics, plumbing, and electrical work
• Reading blueprints and schematics.

MQ Specialties

• Some positions require a valid standard driver's license.
• Some positions require a commercial driver's license (CDL) with special endorsements.

Benefits:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) ###-#### (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ...@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.