09/18/2026
09/26/2026
State of Oregon Military Department
$3,950 - $5,453
Employee
Facility Maintenance Specialist - Salem
The Oregon Military Department is a state agency that supports the Oregon National Guard. You are NOT required to be a member of the Oregon National Guard to apply for this position.
The Oregon Military Department is recruiting for an Facilities Maintenance Specialist. This is a permanent full-time state position located in Salem, Oregon.
This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees’ (AFSCME) union.
NOTE: This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
OMD is dedicated to diversity efforts that reinforce respectful treatment of others in the workplace. These efforts focus on identifying ways to work better together, reducing conflict by increasing understanding, improving collaboration, fostering teamwork, and increasing productivity and quality of services delivered by OMD.
Perform skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and repair of facilities, roads and grounds, utilities, vehicles and equipment; and general armory cleaning to National Guard facilities, in support of the Oregon Army National Guard, and the RPOM Branch of the Oregon Military Department, and in compliance with State and Federal laws or regulations, policies, manuals, and procedures.
This position will occasionally require regional travel, possibly overnight.
Exposed to loud noises; works from ladders and various types of lifting devices from heights. Exposed to unsanitary conditions. Uses cleaning chemicals several times monthly. Works in windy, cold or inclement weather. Uses power tools; required to push, pull and lift/ carry up to 50 lbs. May be required to travel using a Sate vehicle. Required to perform duties wearing PPE. Occasional work is required outside of normal duty hours to mitigate emergency situations. Required to bend, stoop and stand for long periods of time.
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.
Please Note: Please be sure that the work experience section of your application clearly describes your experience, skills and or education that are relevant to the above listed “What You Need to Qualify” section of the announcement.
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record. The employee may need to travel while performing duties at the National Guard Facilities throughout the state.
Desired Attributes (these are skills and/or experience that we have identified as essential for success in this position.
NOTE: Preference may be given to any candidates with this experience.
As a condition of employment, employee must have and maintain a favorable Criminal Background History check and be able to obtain and maintain a favorable Department of Defense National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) Suitability Determination. (Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude appointment, the circumstances involved in the conviction will be considered).
Must comply with and have knowledge to know when, where, and how to properly wear and maintain personal protective equipment.
Position requires knowledge and use of computers that manage the buildings operating systems.
Employee is required to maintain a drug/alcohol free workplace in accordance with OMD Drug/Alcohol CPM’s, Policies, and the Statewide Drug Free Workplace Policy 50-000-01.
The work experience section of your application must include a clear description of your experience to determine if you meet the required skills (minimum qualifications) and at what level you meet the requested skills. Your answers to supplemental questions about your specific experience must also be supported in the work experience statements in your application form and, if requested, your resume.
(Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not moving forward in the process)
A current resume that clearly describes your experience and/or education related to the requirements of the position and demonstrates that you meet the minimum requirements of the position as listed.
The Oregon Military Department is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer, committed to a diverse workforce with equal opportunity programs.
The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency.
Great Benefits- The State of Oregon offers a competitive and affordable health and benefits package, including excellent medical, vision and dental coverage. Oregon Job Opportunities : Benefits : State of Oregon
Work Life Balance- 12 Paid holidays, and personal business leave, as well as paid and accrued vacation leave and sick leave.
Additional Benefits- In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Career Development - Learn new skills, Career Growth Opportunities, Great Team Environment, and a sense of belonging. With Oregon Military Department, you will feel excited about the work you do and feel valued for your contribution and collaboration.
Our Team- The Oregon Military Department is a team of diverse, dedicated, and collaborative individuals that work together to support our states Army and Air National Guard. Visit our agency website: OMD Click Here
Need Assistance?
If you require an alternate format to complete the employment process, you may call Recruitment Services at 971-355-3984. Please be prepared to leave a message describing the alternate format needed.
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, preemployment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the recruiter or HR team for this job opening
Since the time of the Civil War, Veterans of the Armed Forces have been given some degree of preference in appointments to government jobs. In recognizing the sacrifices made by those serving in the Armed Forces, Congress enacted laws to prevent veterans seeking employment from being penalized because of the time spent in military service. To receive veterans’ preference points, when you answer “yes” you are a veteran, you will receive a task from your Workday account requesting you to upload your military documents. Please do NOT attach your military documents to your initial application.
A copy of your DD214/DD215 showing honorable discharge from active duty.
To qualify for 10 points
A copy of your veterans’ disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veterans Affairs showing honorable discharge from active duty and that you have a service-connected disability.
A “working” Copy of your DD215-DD215 (typically Member-4) showing under honorable conditions discharge from active duty within 120 days or Less from Ending Term of Service (ETS) date.
Eligible Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference.
For additional detailed information regarding Veteran Preference Point Laws visit: Veterans Click Here.
Shawn Potapoff
971-209-5712
shawn.potapoff@omd.oregon.gov
Official LinkedIn page for the state of Oregon. Oregon is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. It is located on the Pacific coast, with Washington to the north, California to the south, Nevada on the southeast and Idaho to the east. The Columbia and Snake rivers delineate much of Oregon's northern and eastern boundaries, respectively. The area was inhabited by many indigenous tribes before the arrival of traders, explorers, and settlers who formed an autonomous government in Oregon Country in 1843. The Oregon Territory was created in 1848, and Oregon became the 33rd state on February 14, 1859.
