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Posted: February 23, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Maintenance Mechanic 7-E9

State of Michigan

Military and Veterans Affairs - Michigan Veteran Homes

Fresh

Location

Michigan, 48909

Salary

$22.06 - $33.61

per hour

Closes

March 11, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves fixing and maintaining buildings at a veterans' home in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with a main focus on painting and repairing drywall, plus helping with other upkeep like building systems and medical equipment.

It's a temporary role lasting two years, ideal for someone with hands-on experience in basic repairs who wants steady work in a supportive environment for veterans.

Entry-level candidates can apply, but more experience opens higher pay levels.

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent education
  • For level 7: No prior experience required
  • For level 8: Two years assisting in mechanical or electrical trades
  • For level E9: Four years assisting in mechanical or electrical trades, including two years at level 8 equivalent
  • Vocational training in mechanical or electrical trades can substitute for up to two years of experience
  • Possible need for pesticide applicator certification if duties involve pesticides
  • Possible need for commercial driver's license if operating state vehicles

Full Job Description

This position will be responsible for performing painting and drywall repairs at the Michigan Veteran Homes at Grand Rapids (MVHGR). This position will also perform secondary duties, such as maintenance of building systems and a variety of health care equipment.

To view the full position description, click here.

*This position is limited term, which will expire two years from the date of appointment.*

Requirements

Education

Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.

Experience

Maintenance Mechanic 7

No specific type or amount is required.

Maintenance Mechanic 8

Two years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical or electrical trades. 

Maintenance Mechanic E9 

Four years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical or electrical trades, including two years equivalent to a Maintenance Mechanic 8.


Qualifications

Maintenance Mechanic 8 - 10

Completion of a recognized program in vocational training for the mechanical or electrical trades may be substituted for two years of experience assisting skilled trades workers.


Additional Information

Some positions in this job series may be assigned duties that require the application of pesticides, which may require certification or registration as a pesticide applicator in compliance with the Pesticide Control Act of 1976.

Some positions in this job series are assigned job duties that may require possession of the commercial driver's license issued by the Secretary of State as required by Public Act 346 of 1988 to operate a designated state vehicle.

View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/M/MaintenanceMechanic.pdf

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Posted on NEOGOV: 2/23/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/24/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-michigan-5245735