What are the responsibilities and job description for the Journey Maintenance/Construction Specialist position at State of Utah?
Salary : $18.30 - $28.36 Hourly
Location : Uintah County, UT
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : 44097
Agency : 250 Health & Human Services
Unit : 9303 DHHS JJYS SPLIT MTN YC YOUTH SVC
Opening Date : 02 / 03 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 9 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Mountain
FLSA : Non-Exempt
Recruiter : Michael Schultz michaelschultz@utah.gov REQ 44097
of Openings : 1
Location : Split Mountain Youth Center,830 E Main Street, Vernal, UT 84078
Background Check : You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Schedule Code : B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period.
Benefits : This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.
Driver License Requirements : Employees hired for this recruitment will be subject to the Driver Eligibility standards found at the following link : https : / / adminrules.utah.gov / public / search / driver eligibility / Current Rules
EEO Statement : The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY : 800-346-4128.
Job Description
JJYS Journey Maintenance / Construction Specialist - Vernal
Not only does working for Juvenile Justice and Youth Services provide a sense of stability and teamwork, we also offer fantastic benefits, work-life balance and a career that is personally rewarding.
Principal Duties
The Journey Maintenance / Construction Specialist performs a wide variety of skilled maintenance duties requiring independent ability to organize and complete maintenance projects. These projects are located within our JJYS facilities and include :
- Troubleshooting, diagnosing and repairing problems in the areas of :
Alarm systems
Preference may be given to the Ideal candidate who :
This recruitment may also be used over a six-month time period to fill any vacancies this department has for JJYS Journey Maintenance / Construction Specialist in Vernal.
Why You Should Join Our Team
Employees within the Juvenile Justice and Youth Services have an opportunity to see the impacts that their hard work and dedication does for the well-being of today's youth. It is imperative that we provide support and guidance to troubled youth while they are transitioning into adulthood.
The State of Utah offers a total compensation package that consists of much more than your paycheck. Some of the generous benefits that the State of Utah provides are : 3 medical plans, 5 dental plans, 4 vision plans, 401K match, 104 hours of annual leave, 104 hours of sick leave, 12 paid holidays, free counseling & wellness benefits and much more. Please click on the link to see the competitive that begin on DAY ONE OF EMPLOYMENT!
Our Agency
The Department of Health and Human Services is dedicated to providing care for individuals and families in Utah. Utah Division of Juvenile Justice and Youth Services (JJYS) provides a continuum of intervention, supervision and rehabilitation programs to youth offenders while assuring public safety. For more information on Juvenile Justice and Youth Services with the Department of Health and Human Services, please click here!
Supplemental Information
Benefits :
The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page : To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click
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Only applicants invited to interview will be contacted.As part of this application process, you must provide your work history in the work history section of your application. Failure to provide this information may result in disqualification. Your answers to the application questions must be supported by your education and work history sections, otherwise you may not receive credit. Listing "see resume" as a response to a question may also result in not receiving credit.
This position is located in a Juvenile Justice Services facility working around troubled / delinquent youth in Vernal, Utah. Would you like to work in this location and environment?
Are you a current State employee?
Preference may be given to candidates who are 19 years of age or older. Are you 19 or older?
Preference may be given to candidates who have a high school diploma or GED. Do you have a high school diploma or GED?
This job requires some janitorial clean-up. Are you willing to fix clogged toilets and work in the proximity of sewage?
This job may require you to respond to emergencies any time during the day / night and week, if available. Are you willing to respond and be available any time during the day including evening hours, holidays, and weekends if needed?
How many years of employment do you have working in a maintenance field?
Do you have experience with working on multiple projects at once?
Do you have experience working with maintenance software?
This position requires the incumbent to have / obtain and maintain a current valid / active Utah Drivers License. Do you meet this requirement?
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Salary : $18 - $28
