FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION SPECIALIST 3 - 07162026-79235

Job Information

State of Tennessee Job Information

Opening Date/Time07/16/2026 12:00AM Central TimeClosing Date/Time07/29/2026 11:59PM Central TimeSalary (Monthly)$5,647.00 - $9,005.00Salary (Annually)$67,764.00 - $108,060.00Job TypeFull-TimeCity, State LocationRocky Top, TNDepartmentEnvironment and Conservation

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT & CONSERVATION, ANDERSON COUNTY

This position is located at the East TN Facilities Regional Office.

This position is responsible for the parks along the I-81 corridor in Upper East TN

For more information, visit the link below:

https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/environment/job-announcements-/preferred-service/00009579_tsp_facilities_con_spc_3_east_tn_tdec-job-opp_ps_ua.pdf

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in architecture; fire protection; or architectural, civil, electrical, fire protection, mechanical, systems or industrial engineering or related engineering degree dealing with building construction and experience equivalent to four years in one or a combination of the following areas: (1) any engineering or architectural work; (2) experience in construction design using structural components, or the management of commercial or governmental construction projects; (3) any skilled work in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, inspection or other related building maintenance or construction trades work under the supervision of a licensed contractor; (4) any licensed building maintenance or construction trades work; or (5) the supervision of staff involved with building or transportation maintenance.

Substitution of Education for Experience: Graduate course work received from an accredited college or university in architecture, fire protection and/or a related engineering degree dealing with building construction may substitute for the required experience on a month-for-month basis to a maximum of one year (e.g., 36 graduate hours in architecture and/or a pertinent engineering science may substitute for the one year of required experience).

Substitution of Experience for Education: Qualifying experience in one or a combination of the following areas may substitute for the required education on a year basis to a maximum of four years: (1) engineering or architectural work; (2) experience in construction design using structural components, or the management of commercial or governmental construction projects; (3) any skilled work in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, inspection of other related building maintenance or construction trades work under the supervision of a licensed contractor; (4) any licensed building maintenance or construction trades work; or (5) the supervision of staff involved with building or transportation maintenance (e.g., experience equivalent to one year of full-time work in one or a combination of the above listed fields may substitute for one year of the required education.

Overview

The position with the Facilities Maintenance office serves as a project manager and building inspector responsible for maintenance and construction projects, as well as regulatory compliance covering multiple parks in the upper East Tennessee region. While this is a remote position, daily travel to assigned parks and job sites will be required.

Responsibilities

• All aspects of project management, including troubleshooting,

scope, writing technical specifications, quality assurance/quality

control (QA/QC), contracts, and project documentation.

• Conduct facility assessments and code/safety compliance

assistance.

• Conduct accessibility inspections and ensure compliance.

• Conduct technical training and provide technical assistance.

• Administer contracts and ensure compliance.

• Assist with budget management and budget forecasting.

• Maintain detailed electronic documentation records.

• Assist with critical infrastructure management.

• Assist efforts to reduce operating costs and life-cycle analysis.

• Implement and monitor preventative maintenance program.

Competencies (KSA's)

Competencies:

1. Business Insight

2. Manages Complexity

3. Plans and Aligns

4. Manages Conflict

5. Drives Engagement

Knowledges:

1. Building and Construction

2. Clerical

3. Customer and Personal Service

4. Design

5. Engineering and Technology

Skills:

1. Mathematics

2. Monitoring

3. Instructing

4. Coordination

5. Service Orientation

Abilities:

1. Speech Clarity

2. Originality

3. Written Comprehension

4. Problem Sensitivity

5. Deductive Reasoning

Tools & Equipment

1. Computer

2. Telephone (Landline & Mobile)

3. Fax Machine, Printers

4. Tape Measurers, Calculators

5. Meters, Scanners

TN Driver Standards

State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications:

• A valid driver's license
• For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations.

Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application.

Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.