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Facility Maintenance Specialist 2

Company:
State of Ohio
Location:
Franklin Township, OH, 43223
Posted:
July 19, 2026
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Description:

Ohio Department of Public Safety - Director's Office/Facility Management (Facilities Shipley)

Report in location: 1970 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223

Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety

Multiple pay increases over your first years of service!

Free Parking!

Free Onsite Gym and Walking Path!

Daycare On-site!

Cafeteria On-site!

What you'll do as a Facility Maintenance Specialist 2:

Complete advanced preventative maintenance, repairs & installations of electrical wiring systems, fixtures & controls, plumbing systems, HVAC & mechanical equipment & structural, security & life-safety systems & install, operate & maintain electronic equipment & sustainable/green building systems including direct digital control, air quality & lighting sensors, telecommunication/data, security & computerized building maintenance & automation systems.

Inspect, install, maintain & repair electrical systems including wiring, fixtures, floor boxes, controls & equipment (e.g., motors, appliances, fans, transformers, heating & cooling equipment, rooftop exhaust fans, fire & other alarm systems, elevators & switches).

Install & replace lighting fixtures, bulbs, ballasts, switches & fuses; Run conduit & pull wire for outlets, switches & equipment for 110/120 & 208/277 volt.

Maintain building facilities & equipment.

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At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year

Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave

Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Successful completion of post-secondary training in facilities maintenance technology, industrial trades technology or comparable training program

AND 3 yrs. exp. in construction/building maintenance that included carpentry, electrical, plumbing & HVAC. If required to operate state vehicle must have valid driver license.

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Job Skills: Facilities Maintenance & Inspection

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Our mission is to save lives, reduce injuries and economic loss, administer Ohio's motor vehicle laws and preserve the safety and wellbeing of all citizens.

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT: Completion of OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety Certification Course. Renewal of appropriate driver license if required for assigned position.

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Works indoors & outdoors; exposed to dirt, dust, grease, sawdust, fumes, unpleasant weather, loud noises, hot & confined work areas & high voltage; may be exposed to burns, cuts, bruises & electrical shock; may work on scaffolding or extension ladder; may require overnight travel; may work varied hours, including overtime & responding to after-hours call back situations.

This position is essential, meaning the duties this job performs are critical to the continued operations of the Ohio Department of Public Safety during a public safety emergency (OAC 123\: 1-46-01 & DAS Directive HR-D-11). Whoever fills this position will be required to report for duty during any public safety emergency.

Must possess a valid driver's license to operate state-owned vehicle per classification specification.

Background Check Information:

A background check including BCI and FBI fingerprint check may be required on all selected applicants

A comparative analysis and/or drug test may be a requirement of the hiring process

To request a disability accommodation, please email as soon as possible, or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner.

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