Building and Grounds Specialist

• Performs advanced irrigation and water management duties
• Supports the maintenance, repair, and overall operation of state facilities and grounds
• Ensures efficient water usage, maintaining safe and functional building systems
• Preserves the appearance, safety, and integrity of public properties
• Performs specialized duties for irrigation systems/water management and weed and pest management programs
• Operates, repairs adjusts, and installs a variety of complex equipment
• Performs preventive maintenance on building facilities and grounds
• Assists other trades assistants and contractors on projects
• May be required to be on call and adjust work shifts
• Receives maintains, and conducts an inventory of building and grounds supplies
• Assists with establishing the bi-annual budget, and purchases supplies
• Performs calibration and mixing of various chemicals
• Monitors water use, water budget, and schedule
• Assist with the training of new employees
• Operation and maintenance of hand and power tools
• Maintain landscaping in summer involves grass mowing, trimming, and maintaining trees, shrubs, and flowers
• Snow removal in the winter months
• Moves furniture and set-ups for functions and events
• Provides recycling services to all State-owned and leased buildings
• Required to work during a snow event when State offices are closed

• Associate's Degree
• 0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Building and Grounds) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Building and Grounds Assistant
• OR 2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Building and Grounds) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Building and Grounds Assistant
• Must obtain a CDL license within 12 months of employment
• Skill in oral & written communications, and ability to read and follow instructions
• Knowledge of Personal Protective Equipment
• Knowledge of proper grounds equipment usage
• Knowledge of irrigation systems and operation
• Knowledge of weed and pest chemical use
• Knowledge of safety procedures and protocols
• Ability to operate a personal computer
• Ability to be flexible to work and supervise in multiple facilities
• Ability to work with co-workers and customers
• Ability to deal with difficult personalities professionally
• Must be able to drive vehicles
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to pass a background check

Preference will be given to those applicants with three to five years of maintenance in grounds experience

• $2,000 Hiring Bonus
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities