What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Maint & Operations Techn II position at Commonwealth of Kentucky?
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Mechanical Maint & Operations Techn II
Pay Grade 12
Salary
$38,854.56 Annually
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Corrections
Location
3111 Spurr Road
Lexington, KY 40511 USA
Description
Creating a better, safer Kentucky.
The Kentucky Department of Corrections (DOC), Division of Adult Institutions operates correctional facilities that house Kentucky's adult inmate population.
The mission of DOC is to protect the citizens of the Commonwealth and to provide a safe, secure and humane environment for staff and offenders in carrying out the mandates of the legislative and judicial processes; and, to provide opportunities for offenders to acquire skills which facilitate non-criminal behavior.
This position is located at the new medical facility in Lexington, Kentucky.
The Mechanical Maintenance and Operations Technician II acts as a lead worker in the maintenance and operation of associated systems and equipment at the institution.
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following
EDUCATION: High school graduate.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Four years of experience in the maintenance or repair of HVAC, refrigeration, ventilation, or electrical systems.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Formal training in one of the above or related fields will substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in one of the above or related fields will substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be 18 years of age.
Working Conditions
May be required to take care of emergency repairs twenty-four hours a day.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Kasey Schank at Kasey.Schank@ky.gov .
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
10/28/2026 (11:59 PM ET)
req82112
Mechanical Maint & Operations Techn II
Pay Grade 12
Salary
$38,854.56 Annually
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK
Click here for more details on state employment.
Hiring Agency
Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Corrections
Location
3111 Spurr Road
Lexington, KY 40511 USA
Description
Creating a better, safer Kentucky.
The Kentucky Department of Corrections (DOC), Division of Adult Institutions operates correctional facilities that house Kentucky's adult inmate population.
The mission of DOC is to protect the citizens of the Commonwealth and to provide a safe, secure and humane environment for staff and offenders in carrying out the mandates of the legislative and judicial processes; and, to provide opportunities for offenders to acquire skills which facilitate non-criminal behavior.
This position is located at the new medical facility in Lexington, Kentucky.
The Mechanical Maintenance and Operations Technician II acts as a lead worker in the maintenance and operation of associated systems and equipment at the institution.
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following
- Inspects assigned area projecting maintenance needs in consultation with the appropriate department heads.
- Performs all preventative maintenance for their assigned work area and coordinates work with other skilled trade areas (plumbers, electricians, etc.)
- Inspects equipment and responsible for determining equipment needs and order parts as needed.
- Supervises the support teams that perform work within assigned area.
- Prepares reports and ensures documentation as needed.
EDUCATION: High school graduate.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Four years of experience in the maintenance or repair of HVAC, refrigeration, ventilation, or electrical systems.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Formal training in one of the above or related fields will substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in one of the above or related fields will substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be 18 years of age.
Working Conditions
May be required to take care of emergency repairs twenty-four hours a day.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Kasey Schank at Kasey.Schank@ky.gov .
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Salary : $38,855