Building Maintenance Specialist (FT)

ARIZONA DEPT OF JUVENILE CORRECTIONS

Committed to rehabilitating Arizona's youth!

The mission of the Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections is to rehabilitate seriously delinquent youth by providing appropriate and effective educational, treatment, pro-social and career training programs which will lead them to become productive law-abiding members of society.
BUILDING MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST
Job Location:The Adobe Mountain School is a secure care juvenile correctional facility for the custody, treatment, rehabilitation, and education of committed youth. The Adobe Mountain School is fully accredited as a public education agency or school district and is located approximately 19 miles north of downtown Phoenix.
The facility is located at: Adobe Mountain School 2800 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd.Phoenix, AZ. 85027
Posting Details:Salary: $38,000.00*

• Plus 20% Critical Services Premium Pay Stipend (Reflected in each paycheck, for the remainder of the current fiscal year ending on June 30, 2022)

and
15 % Critical Services Pay (Temporary payment which can be discontinued at any time)
Grade: 17
Job Summary:The Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections (ADJC) is seeking Building Maintenance Specialist applicants who are passionate about their profession and who will be committed to making a difference in the lives of Arizona’s underserved youth. This position is responsible for, but not limited to, training, mentoring, and supervising the adjudicated youth work crews; installing and maintaining complex watering systems; well maintenance; well water treatment and testing; HVAC preventative maintenance/changing filters and belts; keeping grounds well-groomed and weed-free; conducting tool/equipment repairs; maintaining tool accountability; maintaining records of materials used; ensuring completed projects meet specifications, and exercising good judgment when making decisions that impact the agency. ADJC wants you to come to join our talented and diverse Maintenance Team. At ADJC you will have the ability to collaborate in a team-oriented environment.
Job Duties:

• Performing electrical, plumbing, carpentry, welding, painting, masonry, custodial, HVAC, and groundskeeping/landscaping maintenance tasks of ADJC buildings and grounds
• Training, mentoring, and supervising adjudicated youth work crews
• Keeping grounds well-groomed, weed-free, and installing and maintaining complex watering systems
• Performing periodic inspections and preventative maintenance of ADJC facilities and equipment
• Conducting tool/equipment repairs, maintaining tool accountability, and operating power tools and equipment
• Following all safety rules and regulations
• Maintaining records of materials used and ensuring completed projects meet specifications
• Responding to emergency maintenance situations
• Completing and attending all training and meetings are required/scheduled
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):Knowledge of:

• Preventative maintenance; building repairs; remodeling; construction techniques
• Hands-on training; employee mentoring; safety practices
• Landscaping techniques
• Custodial cleaning
• Verifying work hours
• Basic computer skills to include the Google Suites applications (Gmail, docs, sheets, presentations, etc.)

Skill in:

• Common and specialized tools used in construction and groundskeeping
• Following directions
• Reading/Comprehending sketches, drawings, and utility diagrams
• Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, landscaping, carpentry, and general building trades
• Maintaining and securing tools, equipment, and materials
• Scheduling and prioritizing work
• Operation of grounds keeping equipment and power tools
• Applying plant chemicals.

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively with all levels of staff
• Work in a prison environment
• Make informed decisions
• Work independently
• Adapt to a changing environment
• Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships
• Multitask
• Adhere to all agency policies and procedures
• Meet goals and objectives

Selective Preference(s):The preferred candidate will have:
Two (2) or more years of professional experience providing building maintenance, including landscaping or grounds keeping. Certifications/training in carpentry, plumbing, heating/cooling, electrical, or groundskeeping preferred

Pre-Employment Requirements:Successful completion of a comprehensive background investigation, drug test and a medical/ physical examination.

Requires possession of, and ability to retain, a current valid Arizona-issued driver's license. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license records checks, maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12).

Requires acceptable performance history as demonstrated by:

• No formal discipline within one year preceding this job posting close date, and
• An overall rating of “meets expectations” or higher on the most recent employee performance evaluation

Benefits:As an employee of the Department of Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections, you will be entitled to a comprehensive benefits package that can become effective as soon as two weeks after starting!

Benefits include:

• Paid sick leave, 12 days per year with no carryover limits
• Paid vacation leave which includes 10 holidays per year
• Competitive Health Plans including the Triple Choice Plan (TCP) provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield AZ and United Health Care
• Delta Dental PPO and Cigna DHMO Dental Plans
• Avesis Vision Plan

Additional benefits include:

• Available 24/7 Telemedicine
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible medical, dental, vision, and dependent care expenses
• Long-Term Disability which pays 66?% of weekly pre-disability earnings
• Optional Short-Term Disability which pays up to 66?% of your weekly pre-disability earnings
• Life Insurance: $15,000 Basic Life and $15,000 Accidental Death and Dismemberment paid by the State
• Optional Supplemental Life and Dependent Life Insurance available

Employee Wellness:

• Health Impact Program: Earn up to $200 annually by participating in free preventative health screenings, immunizations, lifestyle/mindfulness classes, and physical activities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): 12 free mental health counseling sessions per year, and available 24/7 support for work/life solutions, dependent/elder care, college planning, wills, legal guidance, financial resources, funeral planning, and more

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement:Building Maintenance Specialist positions participate in the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP).

CORP Tier 3 is a Defined Contribution, 401 (a) retirement plan:

• New members have the opportunity to define their contribution amount
• Employer contributes a dollar-for-dollar match equal to 5% of a member's salary
• Employees are fully vested after 3 years of service

Learn More:To learn more about the Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections, you can visit our website.

Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 602-364-1023. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Arizona State Government is an AA/EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.