Facilities Maintenance Coordinator

Facility Maintenance CoordinatorThe Department of Public Defense is hiring a Facility Maintenance Coordinator to work at the 132nd Air Guard Base, in Des Moines, IA to assist the Plant Operations Manager, Facility Manager and Base Civil Engineer in the day-to-day operations of facility maintenance program. This position acts as Lead over employees predetermined by the Plant Operations Manager, Facility Manager and Base Civil Engineer.Our Agency directly supports the Iowa National Guard sustainment, readiness and modernization, providing support so they are able to fulfill their missions in Iowa's communities or their work for the State during emergencies or times of need. We are made strong by a highly qualified, diverse and talented staff. Working at the Iowa Department of Public Defense will provide you the opportunity for a robust career!What You'll Do:Assist Supervisor by coordinating ongoing and new work orders. Distribute all preventative maintenance orders to the proper tradesman. Ensure completion dates and paperwork is filed timely.Assist CE Operations with snow removal program and be the first point of contact for snow events. Maintain and repair snow removal equipment.Performs construction and preventative maintenance on facilities and grounds including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, liquid fuels, janitorial, masonry, and landscape maintenance.Perform building inspections, maintain records for facilities and installed equipment. Initiate work orders as needed. Ensure equipment operates within design standards. Understand and follow accepted industry practices to include shutdown and reactive system for maintenance repairs.Perform monthly mechanical fire suppression checks, exercising fire pumps and record system pressures, maintain accurate records.Perform back-flow inspections and repairs.Manage, maintain and keep accurate records of CE Locksmith Program.Ensures accountability for all equipment properly and accurately, making sure equipment is operating correctly, safely and kept clean.Performs routine maintenance and minor repairs on all assigned equipment such as inspections, greasing and repair or replace worn parts.Performs other duties as assigned including, but not limited to, inspecting maintenance and construction projects and serving as a lead worker as assigned or in absence of the supervisorNote - This position must be able to clear and maintain a security clearance. This position must have and maintain a Class B CDL with airbrakes Location and hours: 132nd Air Wing, Iowa Air National Guard, 3100 McKinley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321. Working hours will be Tuesday - Friday 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Benefits:Paid Time Off: Enjoy vacation with accruals that rollover on a yearly basis, sick leave with no limits on accrual and 9 paid holidays per year.Great Benefits: Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options.Retirement Plan: IPERS Retirement package and an option for a deferred compensation plan.Flexibility: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care).Life Insurance: Free Life Insurance.Support: Employee Assistance Programs and Employee Discount Programs.To learn more about the benefits of working with the State of Iowa, visit our benefits webpage.Why Choose Us? Choose us for our strong team culture, positive work environment and opportunities for professional growth and development. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. A complete package combining benefits, career and personal development is available here for you. Dive into our recruitment page to explore what sets us apart and come be a part of our team!E-Verify and Right to Work The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees' rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit Qualification RequirementsApplicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:Three years of full-time work experience in the building and trades industry.Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes one year of full-time work as a Maintenance Repairer.Additional Qualification RequirementsWithin a period of time after hire, as determined by the appointing authority, employees in this class may be required to obtain current valid Driver's License.