Maintenance Specialist II

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Transportation - Agency 27

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:

$23.473

Job Posting:

JR2026-00022662 Maintenance Specialist II (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

02-13-2026

Job Description:

The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking a skilled, highly motivated person to perform building intermediate-level facility maintenance activities. This position will focus primarily on HVAC and Environmental Controls, programming, commissioning, maintenance, and repair. You will be joining a professional building maintenance team located in the headquarters of NDOT.

We reward our employees’ hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
• Military leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• 79% employer-paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fun, inviting teammates

 

JOB DUTIES

• Under limited supervision, independently performs highly skilled and complex diagnostics of building automation systems (METASYS). 
• Perform preventative maintenance on a wide range of HVAC equipment, including filter replacement, bearing lubrication, and belt replacement. 
• Maintain equipment and parts inventory to ensure equipment remains functional as much as possible with minimal downtime.
• Coordinate the maintenance of emergency generators, underground fuel tanks, and associated records.

 

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: 

Associate's degree or equivalent vocational education in construction, HVAC, welding, or other maintenance/construction trade, and one year of experience in building maintenance or a mechanical trade. Experience may substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis. OR An Associate degree or equivalent vocational education in HVAC, and one year of experience servicing/maintaining/repairing HVAC systems. Experience may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis
 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience in operating METASYS building automation system. Knowledge of Occupational and safety precautions of the building and mechanical trades. 
• Experience in any Building Automation Software and Hardware. • Experience in programming, troubleshooting, and repairing HVAC components in commercial buildings.

Other: Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

• This is a highly skilled position and will be expected to possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities of lower-level positions in the maintenance team.
• Extensive knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and repair of large HVAC systems in office buildings.
• Knowledge of all construction trades.
• Understand Facilities Maintenance practices, tools, equipment, materials, and procedures.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance.
• Ability to assist the Manager with project estimates, submit material lists, track costs, order materials, schedule deliveries, and maintain records.

 

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Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

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Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.