BUILDING MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST
Job No: 525799
Work Type: Full-time
Location: PHOENIX
Categories: Education/Training, Facilities Management/Maintainence/Construction/Operations, Facilities Services/Houskeeping/Janitorial, Law Enforcement/Detective/Corrections/Protective Services, Skilled Trades/Crafts, Program Management, Misc/Other/Not Applicable, School Safety
DEPT OF JUVENILE CORRECTIONS
Our vision is to make Arizona's community safer by delivering effective rehabilitative services to the young people entrusted to our care.
The mission of the Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections is to provide the young people in our care with evidence-based rehabilitative services that enhance their well-being and equip them with the skills and resources they need to thrive as successful members of society.
BUILDING MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST
Job Location:
Adobe Mountain School/Facility Maintenance
2800 W. Pinnacle Peak Road
Phoenix, Arizona 85027
https://adjc.az.gov/
Posting Details:
Salary: $31,909.00 - $45,600.26
Grade: 17
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Job Summary:
The Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections (ADJC) is seeking Building Maintenance Specialist applicants who are passionate about their profession and who will be committed to making a difference in the lives of Arizona's underserved youth. This position is responsible for, but not limited to, training, mentoring and supervising the adjudicated youth work crews; installing and maintaining complex watering systems; well maintenance; well water treatment and testing; HVAC preventative maintenance/changing filters and belts; keeping grounds well-groomed and weed free; conducting tool/equipment repairs; maintaining tool accountability; maintaining records of materials used; ensuring completed projects meet specifications; and exercising good judgment when making decisions that impact the agency. ADJC wants you to come join our talented and diverse Maintenance Team. At ADJC you will have the ability to collaborate in a team oriented environment.
Job Duties:
•Performing electrical, plumbing, carpentry, welding, painting, masonry, custodial, HVAC and grounds keeping/landscaping maintenance tasks of ADJC buildings and grounds
•Training, mentoring and supervising adjudicated youth work crews
•Keeping grounds well-groomed, weed free and installing and maintaining complex watering systems
•Performing periodic inspections and preventative maintenance of ADJC facilities and equipment
•Conducting tool/equipment repairs, maintaining tool accountability and operating power tools and equipment
•Following all safety rules and regulations
•Maintaining records of materials used and ensuring completed projects meet specifications
•Responding to emergency maintenance situations
•Completing and attending all trainings and meetings are required/scheduled
•Perform other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge in:
•Preventative maintenance; building repairs; remodeling; construction techniques
•Hands-on training; employee mentoring; safety practices
•Landscaping techniques
•Custodial cleaning
•Verifying work hours
•Basic computer skills to include the Google Suites applications (Gmail, docs, sheets, presentations, etc.)
Skill in:
•Common and specialized tools used in construction and grounds keeping
•Following directions
•Reading/Comprehending sketches, drawings and utility diagrams
•Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, landscaping, carpentry and general building trades
•Maintaining and securing tools, equipment, and materials
•Scheduling and prioritizing work
•Operation of grounds keeping equipment and power tools
•Applying plant chemicals.
Ability to:
•Communicate effectively with all levels of staff
•Work in a prison environment
•Make informed decisions
•Work independently
•Adapt to a changing environment
•Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships
•Multitask
•Adhere to all agency policies and procedures
•Meet goals and objectives
Selective Preference(s):
The preferred candidate will have:
Two (2) or more years of professional experience providing building maintenance, to include landscaping or grounds keeping. Certifications/training in carpentry, plumbing, heating/cooling, electrical, or grounds keeping preferred
Pre-Employment Requirements:
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function on the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license records checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.010).
All newly hires State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify)
Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a comprehensive background investigation, behavioral assessment, drug test and pre-placement physical examination. No felony convictions.
Current State of Arizona employees: In order to be considered for this position, it requires acceptable performance history as demonstrated by not have been issued a letter of suspension or have been involuntarily demoted within one year preceding this job posting close date, and have an overall rating of "meets expectations" or higher on the most recent employee performance evaluation.
Benefits:
The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
•Affordable medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability plans
•Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
•10 paid holidays per year
•Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
•Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
•Deferred Compensation Program
•Wellness Plans
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement:
This position participates in the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP).
CORP Tier 3 is a Defined Contribution, 401 (a) retirement plan
•New members have the opportunity to define their contribution amount
•Employer contributes a dollar-for-dollar match equal to 5% of a member's salary
•Employees are fully vested after 3 years of service
Attention current State of Arizona employees: Please contact our Human Resources Office at employment@azdjc.gov if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.
Contact Us:
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602)364-1023. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
Advertised: 10 Apr 2024 US Mountain Standard Time
Applications close: