MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN II

Newton County Position Classifications

Job Title: Detention Maintenance

Job Summary: This position serves as a skilled level worker who repairs and maintains
buildings and other structures at the Newton County Sheriff’s Office. The person in this position

is responsible for coordination of the general maintenance and up-keep of the buildings and

grounds, and oversees staff and inmates assigned to help in this area.

Pay Grade: FLSA: Non-exempt

Major Duties:


Implements a comprehensive facilities preventative maintenance program while insuring the
capability to respond immediately to unexpected, critical maintenance needs. 

Performs and supervises a variety of cleaning and maintenance functions at the Newton
County Sheriff’s Office; operates various types of equipment and supplies in making internal

and external facility repairs; assesses need for, orders, distributes and stores necessary

maintenance supplies. 

Maintains records/logs on work, maintenance schedules, work orders and supplies. 

Assigns corrective maintenance, preventive maintenance and custodial work to the trusties. 

Reviews daily inspection reports of facilities in conjunction with inmate services. 

Performs and/or supervises repairs and maintenance on the physical plant equipment to
include boilers, HVAC and electrical gate system. 

Coordinates and monitors work performance and completion of maintenance contract
services. 

Maintains and repairs all security systems and locking controls in the Sheriff’s Office
complex. 

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Required by the Position:


Knowledge of principles and practices of construction, maintenance and repair of buildings,
grounds, plumbing, electrical system and building fixtures and equipment 

Knowledge of materials and supplies used in building and equipment maintenance and
construction. 

Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions. 

Skill in the use and function of equipment used in the cleaning and maintenance of the
physical plant. 

Ability to plan for and coordinate facilities modifications or moves 

Ability to establish effective working relationships with other County employees. 

Ability to understand, carry out and give directions. 

Ability to simultaneously complete a variety of tasks.

Supervisory Controls: The Captain assigns work in terms of tasks and assignments.

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Newton County Position Classifications

Guidelines: Guidelines include the county and Sheriff’s Office policies and procedures.

Complexity: The work consists of a variety of manual labor and technical duties.

Scope and Effect: The purpose of this position is to perform and supervise a variety of

maintenance functions in the Sheriff’s Office and the Detention Division. Successful

performance helps ensure a safe and sanitary Sheriff’s Office.

Personal Contacts: Contacts are typically with co-workers, inmates, contracting agencies and

other county employees.

Purpose of Contacts: Contacts are typically to give and exchange information, resolve

problems, and provide services.

Physical Demands: Physical strength and ability to perform moderate to heavy manual labor,

including frequent bending, walking, and heavy lifting, for extended periods under dirty and

uncomfortable conditions and in all types of weather as necessary.

Work Environment: The work is typically performed outdoors or in confined areas of the

Sheriff’s Office and Detention Division.

Supervisory and Management Responsibility: Oversees staff and inmates assigned to this

unit.

Basic Qualifications: 

High school diploma or GED. 

Valid state issued Driver’s License. 

Principles of Building Construction Training (Combustible and Non-combustible).

Preferred Qualification:


Advance training in Electrical, Plumbing, and Heating/Air System(s) 

Experience in progressively responsible building maintenance and custodial work. 

Georgia P.O.S.T. Basic Jail Certification.

Position Content: This position classification is not intended to be and should not be construed

as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the

position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements,

management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as

necessary.

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