Physical Plant Maintenance/Trades Technician

About the Role

This position serves as the backbone of operations at Killens Pond State Park, the centerpiece of Delaware's state park system. Located in central Delaware, the park features a historic 66-acre millpond established in the late 1700s. The Physical Plant Maintenance/Trades Technician is responsible for the comprehensive care of the park's grounds and buildings, ensuring safety and functionality for visitors year-round.

The role demands versatility and resilience, requiring the incumbent to manage a wide array of maintenance tasks ranging from electrical and plumbing systems to carpentry, welding, and waterpark mechanical work. The position involves working in diverse conditions, including weekends, holidays, and inclement weather, to maintain the park's infrastructure and historical structures.

Hiring Process

The selection process evaluates applicants based on their education, training, and experience as they relate to the specific job requirements. Candidates must provide complete and accurate information on their application and supplemental questionnaire, including specific dates of employment, job titles, and detailed narratives of job duties. Narrative responses must be supported by the employment, education, and training history provided on the application.

Once an application is submitted online, all future correspondence will be sent via email. Applicants are encouraged to keep their contact information current and can view all correspondence through the "My Applications" tab on StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Conditions of Hire

Successful candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system to confirm work authorization. A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire; the recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for this check as part of a conditional offer.

All new hires are required to attend the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment, held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County. Please note that DNREC does not provide sponsorship for H-1B Visa holders.

Equal Opportunity

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer that values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware, including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. TDD users may request an auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or visiting delawarerelay.com.