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Construction Maintenance Specialist

Clackamas County

Construction Maintenance Specialist

Job ID: 108011

Location: Oregon City, Oregon

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary:Regular

CLACKAMAS COUNTY CORE VALUES

Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another:

• Service

• Professionalism

• Integrity

• Respect

• Individual accountability

• Trust

By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves, and our projects. We're always looking to improve. That's the Clackamas County SPIRIT. https://www.clackamas.us/countyadmin/spirit

Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.

CLOSE DATE

This Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Wednesday, September 3, 2025.

PAY AND BENEFITS

Annual Pay Range: $58,549.82 - $73,699.88

Hourly Pay Range: $28.148952 - $35.432637

Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position. This position is classified as a Building Maintenance Specialist.

Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.

We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle. Employee benefits become effective on the first of the month following an employee's date of hire.

Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below.

Generous paid time off package, including:

• 12 hours of vacation leave accrued per month

• Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation leave! This means you have access to vacation at the time of hire.

• 8 hours of sick leave accrued per month

• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year

Other Benefits:

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):

• Employer paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.)

• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage

• A Choice of Dental Plans

• Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes

• Longevity pay

• Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement fund savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan

• A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information)

This is a full-time county position represented by the Employees' Association.

https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/1e311321-f9ff-4daa-8753-bbdfb4e8d1b4

http://www.clackamas.us/des/benefits.html

JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Clackamas County's Facilities Management Division is seeking a skilled and versatile Construction Maintenance Specialist to join our Construction Division team. In this role, you will put your skills to work by performing a variety of construction, repair, and maintenance tasks that keep our county's facilities safe, functional, and welcoming.

As a Construction Maintenance Specialist, you will perform construction, preventive maintenance, and minor repairs of county buildings and grounds. You will use your skills across multiple trades, including carpentry, plumbing, painting, masonry, concrete, roofing, and grounds maintenance. In this role, you will inspect buildings and grounds to identify repair needs, document conditions, and plan and complete the necessary work. You will install and repair systems such as drop ceilings, sheetrock, siding, and modular furniture, while also providing facilities support to county departments. In addition, you will monitor the work of service contractors and help lead, train, and guide community service workers, temporary employees, or volunteers.

The ideal candidate for this position brings broad trade experience in areas such as carpentry, plumbing, painting, masonry, concrete, roofing, and grounds maintenance. This person is a problem solver who can diagnose building issues and complete repairs efficiently. The successful candidate communicates well, works effectively with staff and contractors, and is dependable when responding to after-hours emergencies. Attention to detail and a commitment to safety and quality are essential. Experience with modular furniture systems, drop ceilings, roofing, or carpet installation is considered a valuable asset.

Clackamas County offers a supportive team environment, meaningful work that serves the public, and the opportunity to broaden your skills across multiple trades. You will be part of a division that values craftsmanship, safety, and teamwork while supporting the vital services our community depends on.

Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• At least two (2) years of relevant experience working in building maintenance or construction

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with county staff, service contractors, vendors, customers, and the public

• Ability to perform after-hours emergency response on a call-out basis

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Experience with systems or modular furniture

• Experience working with wood and metal framing

• Experience in the installation of carpeting

• Experience working with sheetrock installation and repair

• Experience with interior/exterior painting

• Experience with installation and repair of exterior siding

• Experience working with plumbed-in fixtures

• Experience working with drop ceilings

• Experience with roofing installation and repair

• Experience working with a variety of power tools

• Experience working with landscape (vegetation, beds, irrigation, pruning, drainage)

• Experience working with concrete and asphalt

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Must pass post-offer, pre-employment drug test. https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/69fd8013-4594-4afd-bee9-f1e0aeab42ea

• Must pass a criminal history check, which may include national or state fingerprint records check

• Must pass a post-offer physical assessment; accommodation requests will be reviewed on an individual basis in compliance with state and federal legislation.

• Driving is required for county business regularly or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. http://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/828106a0-265a-47cc-a3a6-0a2c8b028673

Post-Employment Requirements:

• CPR/First Aid/AED certification required within six (6) months of hire

• State of Oregon DEQ/OSHA approved Class III Asbestos Containing Material (ACM) Worker course/training certificate within six (6) months of hire

*For Veterans qualified for Veteran's Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.

TYPICAL TASKS

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performs a variety of building maintenance and facilities support functions; loads and unloads trucks; picks up, delivers, and stores supplies and materials; cleans and assists in servicing vehicles and equipment.

• Performs semi-skilled carpentry, plumbing, painting, masonry and concrete work; fabricates, repairs and installs shelves, doors, windows; replaces or repairs faucets, valves and unplugs drains; performs plumbing repairs on toilets, sinks, basins and showers; excavates and repairs underground building water supply and waste drain lines; excavation and installation of irrigation lines and planting new vegetation; cut and patch parking lot areas as well as traffic control (speed bumps/signage); patches, seals and maintains roofs; mixes, blends and matches paint materials; prepares and paints interior and exterior surfaces; repairs walls and stairwells; installs, adjusts and modifies office and work areas; maintains exterior walkways and parking areas.

• Inspects buildings, grounds, structures, physical plant equipment systems, and fixtures; identifies maintenance and repair requirements; documents condition and estimates project time and materials; fills out service requests; maintains records of repairs performed and keeps inventory of tools and supplies.

• Monitors the work of regularly scheduled contracted maintenance; oversees the work of technical and or licensed repair contractors performing HVAC, carpentry, security, plumbing, electrical, painting, masonry, and concrete work.

• Requisitions repair and construction supplies, materials, and parts; maintains records of repair and maintenance activities, parts used, supplies needed, and related inventory items.

• Leads the work of community service workers, temporary employees, volunteers, and/or jail inmates; assists in guiding and reviewing work performed by Building Maintenance Assistants; trains individuals in the safe operation of tools and equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Duties require frequent walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, and lifting and carrying objects. Incumbents are exposed to a variety of environmental elements, including wind, rain, snow, dust, fumes, and other irritants.

Duties require squatting, kneeling, bending, twisting, balancing, climbing, fine motor control, and the ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds, and push/pull 100 pounds. Duties involve frequent exposure to confined spaces, loud noises, slippery and/or uneven surfaces, working at heights, and adverse weather conditions.

WORK SCHEDULE

This position works in a county department that is open 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Shifts for this position include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Positions within Facilities Management work 40 hours during a standard workweek. Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for the position when an offer of employment is extended. Incumbents are required to perform after-hours emergency response on a call-out basis. This position is designated as on-site/in-person. It is expected that the selected candidate will perform duties at the specified on-site work location.

EXPLORE CLACKAMAS COUNTY

Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents.

• http://www.clackamas.us/

• http://www.clackamas.us/onboarding/

• https://www.mthoodterritory.com/

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Department of Finance centers its mission on the values of accountability, customer service and integrity. Our team serves the public and internal customers by providing timely and accurate fiscal information, evaluating financial alternatives and coordinating among departments to meet the county's public service goals. We also manage the acquisition of county goods and services, and we maintain sound, healthy and accessible county buildings and other facilities, protecting the county's investment in our public spaces.

The Finance Division provides accounts payable and accounts receivable, budget support, grants management, payroll services, and procurement and contract services to county departments and agencies.

The Facilities Management Division provides maintenance and management services to facilities housing county departments. County operations currently occupy 570,034 square feet in more than 80 buildings ranging in size from 600 to 59,000 square feet. Services provided include:

• general maintenance

• janitorial and landscape services

• maintenance and repair of:

• HVAC (heating, ventilating and air conditioning)

• plumbing

• electrical

• lighting

• mechanical systems

• fire/safety/code compliance

• project management for construction and remodeling

• utilities management

• leasing of facilities

Staff perform fire/life safety, indoor air quality, water quality, indoor lighting standards, building and electrical code, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) inspections. Tests and analyses are conducted on a routine and special requirement basis for the safety and comfort of the general public and employees, and to ensure compliance with codes and legal standards.

http://www.clackamas.us/finance/

APPLICATION PROCESS

Clackamas County only accepts online applications.

Help With Your Application:

• https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/6b3147a3-bf84-4f52-8238-64a37e936b4f

• https://www.clackamas.us/jobs#helpwiththeapplication

If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or mailto:jobs@co.clackamas.or.us?subject=Application%20Materials%20Question. Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays).

HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE

• https://www.clackamas.us/des/jobs.html

• https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/a67ee11c-861c-4126-aa5a-4dec6174f6eb

VISA SPONSORSHIP

Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability, or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process.

RECRUITING QUESTIONS?

James Callahan, Recruiter

mailto:JCallahan@clackamas.us?subject=RECRUITMENT%20QUESTIONS

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6500278

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