Construction Specialist
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Phoenix, AZ - USA
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Job Summary
GAME AND FISH DEPARTMENT Join the only state agency in Arizona responsible for conserving and protecting more than 800 wildlife species. Be part of a passionate group of people who want to make a positive impact on outdoor recreation in Arizona by managing resources for safe compatible opportunities for current and future generations. From fishing boating and off-highway vehicle use to shooting sports hunting and wildlife watching Arizona Game and Fish supports it all. Our biologists use the best available science in their management actions and our wildlife managers are on the ground in your communities making a difference every day. Opportunities abound beyond the field at AZGFD so check us out and see what were all about! Consider joining our workforce today. AZGFD celebrates the diversity of Arizonas people landscapes and of course wildlife. However you choose to enjoy Arizonas wildlife and wild places the outdoors is open for all. The Arizona Game and Fish Department manages fish and wildlife in Arizona and under the authority of the Arizona Game and Fish Commission creates and implements scientific methods and regulations to effectively manage fish and wildlife habitat via conservation enforcement hunting fishing watercraft and off-highway vehicle recreation and shooting sports. The Arizona Game and Fish Department dedicates itself to excellence values its employees and supports a culture of stewardship teamwork and partnerships. |
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CONSTRUCTION SPECIALIST
INFORMATION EDUCATION & RECREATION DIV / SHOOTING SPORTS BRANCH
BEN AVERY SHOOTING FACILITY / I-17 and CAREFREE HWY
FULL-TIME / FLSA- NON-EXEMPT / SALARY GRADE 18 / HIRING RANGE: $20.00 - $23.00
CLOSING DATE: 10/28/2026
The Ben Avery Shooting Facility is one of the largest publicly operated shooting facilities in the country. Our world-class shooting range is a City of Phoenix Point of Pride and has received a Five Star rating from the National Association of Shooting Ranges. Located on 1650 acres in north Phoenix the Ben Avery Shooting Facility averages more than 240000 shooters per year. The facility offers a fun and safe environment for shooters of all experience levels and strives to provide a quality recreation experience for all users.
Description of Duties: This position provides support at a 1650 acre public Shooting Range facility. This position inspects all range areas and facilities to determine any problems and needs for repair or maintenance and develops a plan to fix any issues or deficiencies. Provides day-to-day maintenance and performs minor maintenance and for electrical plumbing painting carpentry welding and masonry. Performs weed mitigation and will occasionally be assigned to Range Safety Officer duties as needed for coverage. Works in a noisy environment which may include working in extreme heat & cold wind and/or rain.
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Major duties include:
- Works with staff inmate crews and volunteer camp hosts in performing shooting range facilities maintenance repairs improvements and custodial work including: plumbing minor electrical and HVAC masonry painting drywall flooring earth work and concrete welding using hand and power tools
- Performs facility wide landscaping janitorial duties and weed mitigation
- Performs best management practices as scheduled across the facility
- Inspects and maintains the ConVault above ground refueling station and schedules fuel delivers as needed
- Performs hand-on periodic standard inspection and preventive maintenance on tools equipment ranges grounds and facilities. Provide guidance to employees and volunteers in performing repairs and maintenance including the inspection annual certification and replacement/replenishment of serviceable items such as fire extinguishers AED Units and First Aid Kits
- Operates equipment such as pressure washer chainsaw backhoe wheel loader or water truck forklift gator and bobcat
- Range Safety Officer duties at the facility as assigned
- Provides program and range information.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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The candidate will have knowledge of customer service techniques; hand tools power tools equipment and materials used in the work place pertaining to facilities maintenance repair and improvement and custodial work; Basic knowledge of Federal and local safety laws rules and policies governing work activities and safety equipment; Knowledge of EPA guidelines regarding shooting range lead management practices; basic knowledge of national and local building codes; methods and techniques used in lifting moving stacking storing and protecting tools equipment and materials; methods and practices applied in generalized preventive maintenance repair remodeling and construction activities; the rules.
The candidate must have skill in basic hand and power tools such as table saw circular saw jack hammer angle grinder welding equipment metal cutting torch. Skill in operating equipment such as a wheel loader backhoe landscape tractor power washer weed sprayer. Skill in reading plans and designs and laying out a work area. Skill in facilities repairs such as basic electrical plumbing drywall and flooring. Skill in estimating materials and developing materials lists for projects.
The candidate must have the ability to perform arithmetic functions such as addition subtraction multiplication and division. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with staff customers clients contractors or the public face to face or over the phone settings. Ability to observe/monitor conditions to determine compliance with prescribed operating safety standards.
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Employment is contingent on receipt of a level 1 fingerprint clearance card. Will be required to obtain an herbicide/pesticide applicators license. Must be able to legally possess a firearm in accordance with 18 U.S. Code 922(g).
Position requires possession of and the ability to retain a current valid state-issued drivers license appropriate to the assignment.
Employment is also contingent upon completion of a post-offer medical/physical examination and the agencys ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions. Medical/Physical examination will include baseline blood lead and zinc levels and a baseline hearing test all of which will be monitored on an annual basis.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business then the following requirements apply:Drivers License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
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The State of Arizona offers an outstanding comprehensive benefits package including:
13 days of vacation
12 sick days
10 paid holidays
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Participation in the nationally recognized Arizona State Retirement System
Superior health care options
Vision care dental care pharmacy benefits and flexible spending account (options available)
Life long-term disability and short-term disability insurance options are available
Many more benefit programs are available
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave programhere. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona please visit our benefits page
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Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Please note enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
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If you have any questions please feel free to contact Milani Barron at for assistance. The Arizona Game and Fish Department is an Equal Employment Opportunity agency.
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