Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

State of New Hampshire, Department of Corrections, Division of Administration/Logistics

138 East Milan Rd
Berlin, NH 03570

Position #13029
$25.40/hour – $34.14/hour
Hazardous Duty Pay: $60 biweekly (not included in salary)

Schedule:

6:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. with Saturdays and Sundays off

SUMMARY

Supervises and performs the technical maintenance, repair, installation, and calibration of HVAC and related equipment in a prison environment, working in close and immediate contact with prisoners on a daily basis and responsible for security.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS – Each additional year of approved formal education may substitute one year of required work experience and vice versa.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Equivalently 5 years of education and experience after high school, focused on the operation and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment used in buildings, with at least 2 years of supervisory experience.

LICENSE & CERTIFICATION

• Valid driver’s license or access to transportation for statewide travel.
• State of NH Gas Fitters license.

Must pass security and background screening required for correctional environments.

TRAINEE OPTION – Candidates with 4+ years of relevant education and experience, including at least 1 year of supervisory experience, may be considered for trainee status and hired accordingly.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS – None.

AFTER‑HIRE REQUIREMENTS

• Successful completion of the Corrections Academy within 12 months of hire and continuing certification as correctional line personnel.
• HVAC refrigerant certification within 12 months of hire.
• Availability for on‑call through a rotating schedule for off‑hour coverage.
• Willingness to work an extended and/or flexible schedule, including nights and weekends for emergency response.

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

In‑Band Advancement Available:
No

Broad Group Level Advancement Available:
No

DISCLAIMER

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title. When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual.

An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide security, supervision, and training for inmate workers.
• Supervise, schedule, train and assist subordinate staff to ensure continuous maintenance and repairs of equipment.
• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain HVAC systems and related equipment.
• Maintain knowledge of large industrial chillers and cooling towers, including operation, testing, chemical treatment, cleaning, and maintenance.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot HVAC systems and controls, electrical, pneumatic, electronic, sensors, transmitters, and relay failures.
• Respond to emergencies using good judgment and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local codes and ACA standards.
• Order materials and supplies and maintain inventory of needed parts.
• Calibrate and adjust hydraulic, pneumatic, electric, and electronic controls and motors.
• Maintain records, logs on HVAC equipment and procure specifications for competitive bidding.

TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

State of NH total compensation package includes HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits, a value of State’s share of Employee’s Retirement % of pay, dental plan, flexible spending accounts, state‑defined benefit retirement plan, deferred compensation 457(b) plan, work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays, life insurance, and an incentive‑based wellness program.

For more details, view the State-paid Health Benefits and Benefits of State Employment documents on the website:
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EOE

TDD Access:
Relay NH