General Maintenance

SHERIFF OSCAR MARTINEZ

JOB VACANCY: General Maintenace

Status: Full Time (40hrs)

Positions (1)

Salary: $40,000 Yearly

INTERNAL / EXTERNAL

“The Lake County Sheriff’s Department is An Equal Opportunity Employer”

NOTE: Applicants must fill a NON-MERIT EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION for the Lake County Sheriff’s Department to be considered.

To obtain the application go to www.lakecountysheriff.com

(1) tab on "CAREERS" and, then

(2) Click on "CIVILIAN CAREERS."

(3) Click on the link “Click to download civilian application.”

When filling out this application, please be sure to fill out all sections in their entirety. Also, when returning applications, be sure to return the application completed and signed to:

Lake County Sheriff's Department

Building J2

ATTN: HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE (2nd Floor)

2293 North Main Street

Crown The point, Indiana 46307

- Incomplete applications will not be considered

- Include with your Application a Copy of a valid driver's license; your Resume; and any other relevant information e.g.

• College Transcripts
• Certificates
• Position closing date: Until filled

Job Description

The General Maintenance Worker is part of the Maintenance Team that is responsible for completing routine maintenance repairs, preventative maintenance, and emergency repairs throughout the Jail. Maintenance Team Workers complete alterations, repairs, and general maintenance daily, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, painting, welding, HVAC, and other trade areas.

Duties

Ø Performs general maintenance and routine repairs throughout the Jail.

Ø Operates maintains and performs a routine repair to plumbing, electrical, heating, air conditioning, and ventilating system and equipment in the Jail.

Ø Performs routine carpentry, painting, or masonry tasks. Assists in repairs, maintenance, and inspection of cell doors, cell bars, bunks, and related security features and equipment.

Ø Assists in routine repairs and maintenance of door locks and devices.

Ø Assists in routine maintenance of kitchen equipment, floors, walls, light fixtures, painting, and other fixtures.

Ø Clears clogged drains and sewer and water lines

Ø Arranges for the acquisition and transport of materials, tools, and equipment to the work sites.

Ø Responsible for escorting outside contractors in the Jail on work projects. Also checks and ensures materials meet job specifications.

Ø Inspects maintenance projects to assure repair work completed by outside contractors is being properly completed.

Ø Ensures that all safety and security standards and precautions are followed in completing maintenance and repair work. Maintain work order documentation to comply with Jail, County, and State of Indiana Corrections Standards

Ø Operates various mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical tools to perform required trade work in the Jail.

Ø Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Ø And all duties assigned by the Lake County Sheriff

Skill, knowledge, and Abilities

Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses repair, and maintenance.

Building and Construction — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.

Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

Ability to use tools and equipment of the various trades.

The job requires a good working knowledge of basic Jail security practices and expectations in the areas of tool control, key control, entrance procedures, contraband control, and inmate supervision.

Education:

A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent, and completion of an apprenticeship in one of the skilled trades, or completion of a trades training program at an accredited community college or trades school.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job, including walking stairs, climbing ladders, and lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment: May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek, including responding to emergencies. Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job, including walking stairs, climbing ladders, and lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs.

Additional Requirements:

Two (2) years of experience in general maintenance and repair work associated with one or more of the following trade areas: carpentry, electricity, painting, plumbing, masonry, sheet metal work, welding, or related trade.

State Id/Driver’s License

Prior work experience in a correctional facility is preferred.

Experience in preparing written reports

Able to obtain a background check

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000