Facilities Seasonal Worker

Date Posted: Nov 20, 2024

Requisition ID: 452626

Location:

Fort Wayne, IN, US, 46808

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse 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.

At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, 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.

About the Indiana Department of Transportation:

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state’s quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you. 

Role Overview:

Performs facilities maintenance and repair on buildings, support machines (air compressors, power washers, HVAC, etc.), and grounds as needed. Collect receipts, day cards, estimates, invoices, and various other related data required for record of all facilities work.

Salary:

This position traditionally starts at an hourly rate of $18.00 an hour. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.

Location:

This position is located in INDOT’s Fort Wayne area.

A Day in the Life:

The essential elements of the job duties:

Assist Other technicians in detailed maintenance and repair on facilities structures, including but not limited to unit buildings, salt storage facilities, shop and wash bays, and various outbuildings.
Assist Other technicians in maintenance on facilities related machinery, including but not limited to HVAC, plumbing, electrical, OWS systems, air/water support systems, and incinerators.
In partnership with other technicians, responsible for maintaining parts/materials/equipment inventory and facilities storage.
Research and organize details regarding facilities structures, support equipment, and proper safety policies and procedures.
Must provide outstanding customer service to and professional interaction with key stakeholders, vendors, and customers.
Performs other, miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

The job description 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.

What You'll Need for Success:

This person must have the following requirements to be considered for employment:

Ability to understand verbal instructions.
Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
Ability to operate vacuums and other related equipment.
Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies.
Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade.
Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.
Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
Ability to understand written and verbal communications.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period

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. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.