Facilities Maintenance Specialist

Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts.

As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Facilities Maintenance Specialist to join our team for a long-term project.

The Facilities Maintenance Specialist selected shall perform various site design and construction coordination tasks at the Kihei, HI, site and potential other sites. There is flexibility for the person hired to do this work either on a Part-Time or Full-Time basis (30-40 hrs/wk).

Duties of the Facilities Maintenance Specialist will include, but are not limited to:

• Consult with and make recommendations to site leadership (Superintendent and Deputy Superintendent) on all matters related to site improvement design, planning, and construction.
• Serve as POC for all Maui site design and improvement work coordination with NOAA/ONMS, PIR, staff and contractors, related to the interior and exterior of all buildings and grounds.
• Serve as POC for all planning and contracting activities with staff, partners, and contractors required for multiple site improvements and investments.
• Identify and recommend to site leadership service contractors for repair and construction work.
• Serve as site lead in identifying, reviewing and negotiating bids for proposal, and signing/securing contractors for all site improvements as instructed by site leadership.
• Identify areas that need work, and advise and consult with site leadership on needed changes to ensure Kihei campus is safe, resilient, well-maintained, and clean.
• Coordinate repairs such as carpentry, painting, plumbing, and electrical as required, and assist outside contractors as needed.
• Maintain and update all site maintenance plans, schedules, records, and other documentation as requested.

The Ideal Facilities Maintenance Specialist will have the following:

• Associate's Degree from accredited college or university in a field that supports facility project planning and management, OR years of experience in Maintenance may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working in facility project construction, project management, and facilities operations.
• Experience working in construction management in Hawaii and knowledge of all levels of government permitting and contractor requirements on Maui.
• Experience conducting basic construction, carpentry, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and landscaping maintenance and repair.
• Additional experience with repaving projects and/or landscaping, OR previous experience vetting and pricing these types of projects is a plus.
• Proven ability to assess a wide variety of facility problems and needs, and develop and implement practical and realistic solutions.
• Ability to convey technical information to Client persons in a way that leads to the best collaborative outcome on the project.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple large projects under tight timelines.

About Lynker

Lynker is a growing, employee owned, small business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.

We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.

Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled and diverse professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

• Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
• Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
• Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
• Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
• Employee Referral Program
• Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
• Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E-Verify employer.

Lynker is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.