South Mississippi Regional Center
1170 West Railroad Street, Long Beach, MS 39560 228-868-2923

South MississippiRegional Center is a program of the Mississippi
Department of Mental Health providing care and support for people with
intellectual and other developmental disabilities. We are currently seeking
individuals who are energetic and compassionate team players and motivators
for direct support positions at all of our locations. Each position at South
Mississippi Regional Center is an important and impactful role that provides our individuals with the appropriate level of care to meet their social, emotional, physical, and personal needs.

SOUTH MISSISSIPPI REGIONAL CENTER IS SEEKING A
Maintenance/Grounds Technician III

WORK LOCATION: Long Beach Campus
PAY: $ 24,226.07
SCHEDULE/SHIFTS: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with variations as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs skilled tasks in one or more of the following maintenance repair fields: painting, plumbing, carpentry, plastering, electrical work, electronics, air-conditioning/ refrigeration, heating, or general maintenance and repair. Receives work orders; itemizes work to be done; and assigns tasks to subordinates. Supervises and participates in the installation, maintenance, and repair of facilities, buildings, equipment, and fixtures. Prepares cost estimates and recommends purchase of necessary supplies. Prepares reports and keeps simple records. Performs related or similar duties as required or assigned.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation from a standard four-year high school or equivalent (GED or High School Equivalency Diploma) AND 1-2 years of experience in at least one of the following fields: plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical work, electronics, plastering, air-conditioning/refrigeration, heating equipment, or general maintenance and repair.

Candidate must have a Valid Divers License. The ability to lift fifty (50) pounds, without assistance, employing proper body mechanics and lifting techniques, twenty-five (25) times per day. The Ability to retrieve objects from floor level (bend/stoop) employing proper body mechanics and lifting techniques, twenty-five (25) times per day.

This is a State of Mississippi Position
Applicants must apply by submitting an application to MSPB through the electronic website www.mspb.ms.gov.

Or Applicants may apply in person using the online kiosk at Human Resources1170 West Railroad Street, Long Beach, MS 39560

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24,226.07 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person