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.

• Performing electrical, plumbing, carpentry, welding, painting, masonry, custodial, HVAC and groundskeeping/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.

• 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.).

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Requires possession of, and ability to retain a current valid Arizona-issued driver’s license.
• Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license records checks, maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12).

• 1. Panel Interview
• 2. Comprehensive Background Investigation
• 3. Fingerprinting
• 4. Drug Screening
• 5. Physical Examination

• Paid vacation leave.
• 10 paid holidays per year.
• Paid sick leave, 12 days per year with no carryover limits.
• Competitive health, dental, vision and life insurance plans.

• Available 24/7 Telemedicine.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible medical, dental, vision, and dependent care expenses.
• Long-Term Disability which pays pays 66⅔% of weekly pre-disability earnings.
• Optional Short-Term Disability which pays up to 66⅔% of your weekly pre-disability earnings.

• Health Impact Program: Earn up to $200 annually by participating in free preventative health screenings, immunizations, lifestyle/mindfulness classes, and physical activities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): 12 free mental health counseling sessions per year, and available 24/7 support for work/life solutions, dependent/elder care, college planning, wills, legal guidance, financial resources, funeral planning and more.

• Building Maintenance Specialist positions participate 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