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State of Wyoming · 6 days ago

Skilled Trades Specialist 2026-00078

Fremont County, WY

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry, Mid Level

0+ years exp

The State of Wyoming is seeking a Skilled Trades Specialist to ensure a safe and efficient working environment for employees in the Northeast Quadrant of Wyoming. The role involves maintaining various facilities and grounds, performing inspections, and managing maintenance tasks across multiple locations.

Government Administration

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Perform interior and exterior building maintenance tasks involving all building components, including but not limited to windows, walls, ceilings, floors, floor coverings, soffits, fascia, roofs, gutters, downspouts, doors, and door components

Locksmith tasks include: office and general door locks, exit devices and closers, sophisticated door locks and hardware for high-security areas, door hardware installation, repairs, and maintenance

Electrical tasks include: light bulb and lamp replacement, light fixture lenses, and globe repairs

Assists with HVAC troubleshooting, repair, and routine maintenance

Assist with plumbing troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance

Work with contractors and vendors to make sure work is being completed as requested by the WYMD

Duties also include providing preventative maintenance to assigned facilities, such as repairing and installing caulking, drywall repair and painting, and ceiling tile replacement

Hang pictures and amenities as requested by occupants. Install furniture, repair furniture, and assemble furniture as needed

Assist occupants of facilities in moving office furniture and equipment to better use the general and office space as needed

Turf, landscaping, and grounds maintenance to include mowing, trimming, tree trimming, weed control, pest control, irrigation system repairs and maintenance, raking, aeration, tree removal, planting, shrub and flower garden maintenance, soil amending, and preparation

Installation of outdoor furnishings such as benches, fencing, ashtrays, signage, trash receptacles, flag poles, and barricades, and all other grounds maintenance needed using a variety of grounds and other related equipment, tools, and machines, both hand and power operated

Performs routine daily exterior grounds clean-up

Called in for snow removal as required. Duties include snow removal at all assigned locations occupied by the Wyoming Military Department. Perform snow removal from parking lots, sidewalks, stairs, stoops, porches, entries, ramps, and fire escapes using truck-mounted plows, hand and power tools, and snow-melting products

Performs weekly, monthly, and yearly maintenance on wheeled vehicles, tractors, trailers, ATVs, mowing, and snow removal equipment

Assists with tool and equipment inventory as needed and assigned, and as required by the supervisor

Utilize computer workstations for logging information into the work order system, completing work orders, and receiving/sending emails

Submits purchase requests for building materials, replacement parts for building repairs and maintenance, tools, tractors, mowers, and other equipment

Assists other Buildings and Grounds Employees, Skilled Trades Crews, Supervisors, and Managers with assigned tasks as needed. This position will also assist with Custodial work when needed

Qualification

HVACPlumbingElectricalLocksmithingBuilding MaintenanceLandscapingSafety RegulationsCommunicationTeamworkProblem Solving

Required

Knowledge of Safety and Safety Regulations and OSHA

Knowledge of Building Code, Life Safety Code, and ADA Regulations

Extensive working knowledge of all the skilled trades (electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, painting, locksmithing, light, and heavy equipment operations)

Knowledge of electrical diagnostics

Knowledge of power woodworking, metalworking, and masonry equipment

Knowledge of grades, kinds, and uses of various woods and wood products

Knowledge of concrete masonry units and bricks, asphalt, and concrete repair

Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to construction operations and vehicle and/or aircraft maintenance facilities

2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Skilled Trades) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Skilled Trades Assistant

Associate's Degree

0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Skilled Trades) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Skilled Trades Assistant

Required to travel up to 40% of the time. Travels to various sites in the Northwest Quadrant (Casper, Douglas, Gillette, Sheridan, Worland, Lovell). Most travel is scheduled as Day Trips

Employees will be subject to after-hours call-ins and callbacks for emergency situations and snow removal operations