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Job Description
SKILLED TRADESMAN
at State of Arkansas in Benton, Arkansas, United States
Job Description
SKILLED TRADESMAN
Date:
Jun 5, 2026
Req ID:
57789
Location:
Benton, AR, US, 72015
Category:
AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES
Anticipated Starting Salary:
$52,137.07
Position Number:
22100884
County:
Saline
Posting End Date:
June 18, 2026
This position is for a Wheelchair Tech in the Rehab Department at the Arkansas Health Center.
Preferred Qualifications:
The ability to fabricate seating/positioning devices per specifications, ability to adjust/modify appliances and devices to assure proper fit, operation and comfort for the resident. This position works closely with Occupational & Physical Therapy for modifications & review of finished product. The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.
Position Information
Job Series:
Skilled Trades
Classification:
Skilled Tradesman - Career Path
Class Code:
TST04P
Pay Grade:
SGS06
Salary Range:
$52,137 - $77,163
Job Summary
The Skilled Tradesman is responsible for performing specialized maintenance, installation, repair, and construction work within a department. This position requires expertise in one or more trades, including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, welding, or masonry, to maintain and improve state-owned facilities, infrastructure, and equipment. The Skilled Tradesman ensures that all work is completed efficiently, safely, and in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Primary Responsibilities
Perform skilled work in one or more trades, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, masonry, welding, or painting, to maintain state buildings and infrastructure. Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance to identify potential issues before they become major problems. Maintain and repair tools, machinery, and equipment used in trade-related tasks. Operate a variety of hand and power tools, as well as heavy equipment such as forklifts, scissor lifts,
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