Initial Posting Date:
06/30/2026
Application Deadline:
07/19/2026
Agency:
Department of Administrative Services
Salary Range:
$3,952 - $5,458
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Trades/Maintenance Worker (Facilities Maintenance Specialist)
Job Description:
Facility Maintenance Specialist
Oregon Department of Administrative Services
Salem, Oregon
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
Note: Application deadline extended to July 19, 2026
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.
Fabrication of parts, fixtures from metal, wood, or other materials.
Maintain and test fire and life safety systems
Work in diverse environments—historic mansions, modern offices, labs, and more.
View the entire job description here.
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.
Special Qualifications:
Employee is required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state where the employee resides.
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.
Intermediate computer skills with MS Programs (Word, Outlook, etc.)
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 Requirements: Submit a resume and cover letter demonstrating how your experience meets the qualifications and desired attributes listed in this posting. Only complete applications received by the deadline will be considered.
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.
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.
- 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%.
Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check, which may include fingerprints. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
We do 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.
Veterans’ and Oregon National Guard preference: Eligible Veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.
The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.
Contact Information
For accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and application or Job-specific questions, please contact:
Helpful Links & Resources
How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ | What You Need to Know to Get the Job
Oregon Job Opportunities Webpage | Classification and Compensation | Pay Equity
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.
