Laborer

Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana. About the Indiana Department of Administration (IDOA): IDOA helps to ensure the smooth function of state government, finding efficient and effective solutions to government-wide needs. Role Overview: The Indiana Department of Administration Grounds division maintains the Indiana Government Center in downtown Indianapolis. We are seeking a skilled equipment operator with heavy duty equipment experience. Including but not limited to large zero turn mowers, front end loader, JLG lift, heavy equipment trailers, Bobcat skid steer, Bobcat snow brush, 1 Ton Snowplows and smaller landscaping equipment. This position requires heavy lifting, shoveling, raking, mulching, pulling weeds and other landscaping maintenance tasks. Irrigation system maintenance and operation is also a plus. This position requires a valid Indiana drivers license. CDL is a plus but not required. Salary: The salary for this position traditionally starts at $31,668.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package. A Day in the Life: The essential functions of this role are as follows: * Serve as a general maintenance person to inspect and maintain all facilities, grounds, and equipment. * Perform routine carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs. * Ensure all employees are properly trained to operate equipment and are properly educated to follow established safety policies and procedures. * Direct, assist, and support recreational special events as needed. * Assist with purchasing and inventory of incoming supplies, materials, and repair parts. * Responsible for major and minor equipment, vehicle, and vessel repairs. * Maintain grounds which may include mowing, weeding, aerating, spraying, fertilizing, and tree trimming or removal. * Responsible for maintaining all roads such as painting, snow plowing, sanding, and salting, repaving, or repairing. * Responsible for providing public safety on property, provide assistance in an emergency, or aid in rescue of accident victims. * Assist law enforcement with investigation of illegal activities on properties. * May assist and perform wildlife resource management * Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position. The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. What You'll Need for Success: Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following: * Be willing to travel with reasonable accommodation. * Working knowledge of, and ability to apply, general maintenance practices. * Working knowledge of an ability to use skills in electrical, plumbing, and carpentry. * Ability to a wide array of hand and power tools. * Ability to determine malfunctions of electrical and mechanical equipment and make simple repairs. * Ability to operate a variety of vehicles, vessels, and large equipment. * Ability to do basic math and bookkeeping for use in property operations. A degree is not required. However, a High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) and experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered. Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs. Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana: The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes: * Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans * Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards * Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution * Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match * Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options * A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: * 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers * Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave * Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off * 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years * Education Reimbursement Program * Group life insurance * Referral Bonus program * Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits * Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program * Free Parking for most positions * Free LinkedIn Learning access Equal Employment Opportunity: The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at View email address on click.appcast.io. Current Employee? Click here to apply.