Arizona State Government
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' SERVICES
For Veterans and those who care for them.
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
Job Location:
Arizona State Veterans Home – Yuma 6051 East 34th Street Yuma, Arizona 85365
Posting Details:
Salary: $16.50 – $18.50 hourly (DOE) Grade: 14 Closing Date: January 15, 2026
Job Summary:
Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps veterans thrive? At the Arizona Department of Veterans' Services (ADVS), we are committed to serving and honoring veterans, service members, and their families by ensuring that they receive the highest quality services so they can thrive for a lifetime! We are looking for an outstanding Maintenance Technician.
Your rewards:
The opportunity to receive a lifetime pension and healthcare benefits!
Generous paid time‑off benefits
Wellness and employee assistance programs, and so much more!
Your Contribution:
Provide the highest quality services for veterans
Participate in facility meetings, training sessions, and the implementation of the Arizona Management System (AMS) to achieve continuous improvement and efficiency
Use and develop your potential within a supportive team environment
Job Duties:
Inspect all areas on a regular basis to determine maintenance and repair needs
Collect work requests
Prioritize tasks and complete in a timely manner
Perform plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting maintenance and repair work
Maintain and repair equipment
Maintain records of materials used and time expended
Adhere to safety codes/standards
Remain involved in AMS processes such as Huddle Boards, Problem Solving, Job Breakdown Sheets, Success Tracking, and Standardized Work
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of:
Rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of section and work unit
Methods and practices applied in generalized preventive maintenance, repair, remodeling and construction
Tools, equipment and materials used in the workplace
Methods and techniques used in lifting, moving, stacking, storing and protecting tools, equipment and materials
Skill in:
Verbal and written communications
Customer service
Doing preventive maintenance and general repairs
Properly using and inspecting tools, equipment and materials
Coordinating with contracted vendors
Inspecting, determining repairs and replacements and scheduling and prioritizing work
Ability to:
Interact positively and professionally with staff and residents of the Arizona State Veteran Home
Safely operate a State vehicle, which may include passengers (other State employees and/or nursing home residents)
Selective Preference(s):
Experience with drywall, painting, basic electrical, plumbing, and carpentry
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Current Negative TB skin test (Mantoux skin test) within the last twelve months or a written statement from a Physician, Physician’s Assistant or a Registered Nurse Practitioner indicating freedom from Tuberculosis, if in the past has had a positive skin test or Tuberculosis
Must be able to obtain and retain a fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety
The ability to drive on state business. Possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state‑issued driver's license appropriate to the assignment is required. Employees who drive on State business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see A.AC. R2-10-207.11).
Driver’s License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits:
The Arizona Department of Veterans' Services offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave – Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly‑placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long‑term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short‑term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement:
Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
Contact Us:
If you have any questions feel free to contact Paul Sharp at recruiting@azdvs.gov or (602) 781-7032 for assistance.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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Arizona State Veterans Home – Yuma 6051 East 34th Street Yuma, Arizona 85365
Posting Details:
Salary: $16.50 – $18.50 hourly (DOE) Grade: 14 Closing Date: January 15, 2026
Job Summary:
Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps veterans thrive? At the Arizona Department of Veterans' Services (ADVS), we are committed to serving and honoring veterans, service members, and their families by ensuring that they receive the highest quality services so they can thrive for a lifetime! We are looking for an outstanding Maintenance Technician.
Your rewards:
The opportunity to receive a lifetime pension and healthcare benefits!
Generous paid time‑off benefits
Wellness and employee assistance programs, and so much more!
Your Contribution:
Provide the highest quality services for veterans
Participate in facility meetings, training sessions, and the implementation of the Arizona Management System (AMS) to achieve continuous improvement and efficiency
Use and develop your potential within a supportive team environment
Job Duties:
Inspect all areas on a regular basis to determine maintenance and repair needs
Collect work requests
Prioritize tasks and complete in a timely manner
Perform plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting maintenance and repair work
Maintain and repair equipment
Maintain records of materials used and time expended
Adhere to safety codes/standards
Remain involved in AMS processes such as Huddle Boards, Problem Solving, Job Breakdown Sheets, Success Tracking, and Standardized Work
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of:
Rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of section and work unit
Methods and practices applied in generalized preventive maintenance, repair, remodeling and construction
Tools, equipment and materials used in the workplace
Methods and techniques used in lifting, moving, stacking, storing and protecting tools, equipment and materials
Skill in:
Verbal and written communications
Customer service
Doing preventive maintenance and general repairs
Properly using and inspecting tools, equipment and materials
Coordinating with contracted vendors
Inspecting, determining repairs and replacements and scheduling and prioritizing work
Ability to:
Interact positively and professionally with staff and residents of the Arizona State Veteran Home
Safely operate a State vehicle, which may include passengers (other State employees and/or nursing home residents)
Selective Preference(s):
Experience with drywall, painting, basic electrical, plumbing, and carpentry
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Current Negative TB skin test (Mantoux skin test) within the last twelve months or a written statement from a Physician, Physician’s Assistant or a Registered Nurse Practitioner indicating freedom from Tuberculosis, if in the past has had a positive skin test or Tuberculosis
Must be able to obtain and retain a fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety
The ability to drive on state business. Possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state‑issued driver's license appropriate to the assignment is required. Employees who drive on State business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see A.AC. R2-10-207.11).
Driver’s License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits:
The Arizona Department of Veterans' Services offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave – Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly‑placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long‑term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short‑term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement:
Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
Contact Us:
If you have any questions feel free to contact Paul Sharp at recruiting@azdvs.gov or (602) 781-7032 for assistance.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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