Who we are:

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is committed to its mission "To ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all." Our agency embraces the insightful use of our natural resources to assure the continued safety, happiness and prosperity of Ohio's people.

ODNR owns and manages state parks, state forests, state nature preserves and wildlife areas. We license all hunting, fishing and watercraft; oversee and permit all mineral extraction, monitor dam safety, manage water resources and serve as the second largest Law Enforcement presence in the State of Ohio.

We are accepting applications for a Maintenance Repair Worker 2 within the Office of General Services, headquartered at Fountain Square, assigned to Franklin County. The address is 2045 Morse Rd, Columbus, Ohio 43229. To learn more about General Services please visit Ohio Department of Natural Resources

What you will do

* Perform skilled & semi-skilled maintenance tasks

* Minor installation & repair of plumbing equipment, electrical equipment (e.g., light fixtures, electrical outlets, switches, motors, electrical circuits)

* Building maintenance work (alteration &/or repair to buildings, prepare surfaces for painting, painting, physically move office furniture from one area to another)

* Operate utility vehicles, pickup trucks, skid steer

* Remove snow & ice from walkways & parking lot (shovel, blower, plow)

* You will be required to use, and to be comfortable on ladders

* Need to be able to lift 50 lbs.

* Starting hourly pay of $19.00/hr with multiple pay increases over your first 3.5 years of service, with an end salary of $20.92/hr.

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: As an "essential" employee you may be required to respond to weather related events (e.g., snow, wind damage, etc.) outside of your normal work hours (after 5:00PM, weekends, holidays). May work evening shift; may be exposed to high & low temperatures; may be exposed to weather.

What's in it for you:

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

* Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

* Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

* Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave

* 11 paid holidays per year

* Childbirth/Adoption leave

Employee Development Funds

* The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

* OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee's salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

* The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

We are ready for you!

We're glad you're interested in pursuing a rewarding career with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources! Exploring and protecting the natural beauty of Ohio will prove to be the most enjoyable career opportunity you will ever find!

Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition & subtraction & in reading, writing & speaking common English vocabulary; 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in maintenance repair work (e.g., basic electricity, plumbing, carpentry, masonry repair & use of associated hand & power tools & equipment); in Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry only, applicants must have successfully completed the mandated basic firefighter/introduction to fire behavior course (S-130/S-190); in accordance with section 124.11 (B) (2) of revised code, Director Of Administrative Services has determined this classification to be unskilled labor class & therefore exempt from written examination. Valid commercial driver's license required if motor equipment is of type & size regulated by sections 4506.01 & 4506.12 of Ohio revised code.

* Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above may be substituted for the experience required, but not for the mandated licensure.

Job Skills

Technical Skills: Facilities Maintenance & Inspection

Professional Skills: Problem Solving