Job Description

Journey maintenance/Construction Specialist

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $19.23 - $31.88 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Chelsea Rodemack | crodemack@utah.gov
Application Deadline – 8/10/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Key Responsibilities

Like to get your hands dirty? Are you looking for a permanent year-round position with 12 paid holidays? We have a solution for you! We are looking for a civilian journey maintenance/construction worker to be part of the maintenance team at the Utah National Guard at Camp Williams Billeting lodgings.

In this position, you will perform a wide variety of skilled maintenance/construction general duties requiring an independent ability to organize and complete maintenance or construction projects, including technical consultation and design work.

Responsibilities
Some of the other more specific major duties will include:

• Troubleshoots and diagnoses problems, make adjustments, repairs and/or performs preventative maintenance on computers, vehicles, equipment, or machinery, etc..
• Builds, fabricates, or repairs structures, equipment, and/or miscellaneous articles from verbal instructions, blueprints and/or working drawings.
• Welds, solders, brazes, grinds, and/or fabricates various materials.
• Paints, finishes and refinishes wood, metal and other materials.
• Performs general facility maintenance including painting, carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical, as well as general cleaning and sanitation.
• Performs related plumbing, mechanical, painting and pipe fitting, etc., duties.

Qualifications

Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be someone that has:

• Experience in all aspects of maintenance/construction projects.
• Experience in commercial construction.
• Experience in running heavy equipment.
• Experience in facility maintenance.
• Thoroughness in performing maintenance tasks and attention to detail to ensure the quality of work.
• The ability to interact with guests in a professional and customer-friendly manner, especially if the maintenance work involves guest areas.

Qualifications
In addition to the above mentioned skill and knowledge, we would like to fill this position with a candidate that possess the following:

• good working knowledge of power tools such as band saws, rip saws, planers, etc.
• understand the principles and practices of construction.
• be able to follow written and/or oral instructions.
• knowledge on the use and maintenance on a variety of hand tools.
• understand principles and practices of facilities operations, maintenance, and management.
• be able to perform a variety of general maintenance activities.
• good understanding of plumbing techniques and methodology.
• be able to install and/or maintain sprinkling systems.
• good working skill on fabricating, installing and repairing structures and structural members.
• good understanding of welding methods and techniques.
• knowledge on how to install equipment, machines, wiring, or software programs to meet specifications.

Preference
Preference may be given to those who have:

• Experience in heavy equipment operation.
• Familiarity with local building codes and regulations related to maintenance and repair work.

Supplemental Information

• Working Conditions:
  • Risks which require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.g., working around operating machines, working with hazardous chemicals, etc.
• Physical Requirements:
  • The work requires considerable and strenuous physical exertion such as frequent climbing, lifting heavy objects up to 100 pounds, crouching or crawling in restricted areas.
• NOTE: DHRM rules regarding promotions and transfers apply to current state of Utah employees.

About the Role

Location –
17800 Camp Williams Rd
Bluffdale, Utah, 84065
United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency
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EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.