Facilities Maintenance - Groundskeeper

Facility Maintenance Supervisor - Groundskeeper

Agency Information: Topeka Correctional Facility

Job Posting Closes: February 15, 2025

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About the Position

Who can apply: Applicants that meet the minimum requirements

Classified/Unclassified Service: Classified

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Work Schedule: 6:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday

Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes

Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Search Keywords: Maintenance technician, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, preventive maintenance, repairs, inspections, horticultural, troubleshooting, building systems, landscaping, customer service, safety compliance, project management, vendor management, technical skills, irrigation systems, pest control

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Compensation: $23.31 - $28.31 hourly

*Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

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Employment Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
• Sick & Vacation leave
• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
• Fitness Centers in select locations
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs

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Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary:

Employee has frequent daily contact with inmates assigned to the crew, other employees of the institution and members of the public contracting institutional services, such as beautification and facility grounds maintenance as well as pest control and waste removal. At times the incumbent will have contact with the public due to the local purchase of supplies and materials used in repairs.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Perform various portions of construction, maintenance and repair inside buildings and throughout the grounds of the facility including: replacing/repairing components of electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems, building structures and connecting walls, mowing, painting and other tasks as assigned.
• Ensures the necessary materials are ordered and received with the degree of efficiency necessary to ensure constant continuation of projects and prevent unnecessary delays.
• Supervision of inmate work crews
• Continuously inspects the facility’s grounds, buildings, mechanical systems, and power equipment to evaluate condition and determine repair, service and/or improvements needed. Responds to work orders as assigned. Assists in developing a plan of action for repair, servicing, maintenance and/or construction of facility assets.
• Ensures the proper use, accountability and storage of tools utilized daily in accordance with current IMPPs and GO’s.
• Assists other maintenance crafts with accomplishing higher priority job assignments when required.

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Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Five years of experience in the mechanical or building trades.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Thorough understanding of plant science, including plant identification, growth habits, and specific needs of different plant species
• Knowledge of plant propagation techniques
• Proficiency in pest and disease management strategies
• Expertise in soil science and fertilization practices
• Ability to read and interpret landscape plans
• Experience in planting, pruning, weeding, and other horticultural maintenance tasks
• Skillful use of gardening tools and equipment
• Ability to work with various irrigation systems
• Excellent communication skills to interact with clients and explain technical concepts clearly
• Strong problem-solving abilities to diagnose plant issues and address challenges
• Attention to detail to ensure high-quality plant care
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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Recruiter Contact Information

Name: La Donna deOsio

Email: KDOC_TCF_HR@ks.gov

Phone: (785)559-5108

Mailing Address: 815 SE Rice Road, Topeka, KS 66607

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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

Upload these on the Attachments step in your My Job Application page:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate required in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. Each applicant (even non-residents) who is selected for a State of Kansas job vacancy must apply for a Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days from the date of the offer letter by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's (KDOR) website at https://www.kdor.ks.gov/apps/taxclearance/Individual.aspx

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How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference

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How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference

Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference

PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be sent either by fax to (785)296-7712, scanned and emailed to , or can be mailed/delivered in person to:

ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator
Office of Personnel Services
Landon State Office Building
900 SW Jackson, Rm 401
Topeka, KS 66612

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $23.31 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• mechanical / building trades: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $28