Maintenance Worker III; County Administration

Jackson County Employment Opportunity.

Jackson County is looking for a positive, self-motivated, customer service- oriented and hardworking individual to join the Facility Maintenance Team. This position plays a key role in maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting building systems such as plumbing, heating and air conditioning, lighting and electrical, painting, and other repairs commonly required in large government facilities.

In addition, this role primarily supports operations within the County’s Jail and Juvenile facilities-highly technical, security sensitive environments that require strong problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate complex building systems while working in collaboration with corrections staff.

Applicants should be comfortable working in secure facilities and capable of adapting to the unique challenges these environments present.

Jackson County strives to recruit, hire and retain the best employees!

• Pass a criminal background check prior to hire.
• Submit an acceptable DMV certified court print prior to hire. Click on the following link to review Jackson County's requirements for an acceptable driving record.

• Pass a pre-employment drug screen, which includes screening for Marijuana. Click on the link to review Jackson County's Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

• This position is represented by union group SEIU.

Plans, schedules, monitors and/or performs skilled work, primarily in secured facilities, involving several crafts in the construction, repair and maintenance of buildings, property and equipment. Performs the full range of journey level duties with technical expertise and performs specialized duties in a highly independent manner outside the immediate proximity of a supervisor often in correctional settings.

The following duties represent some of the principal job duties; however, they are not all-inclusive. Other duties may be required or assigned.

• Performs skilled work in the construction, repair and maintenance of buildings, property and equipment; duties include diagnosing electrical, electronic, mechanical, plumbing, sewer and/or HVAC malfunctions and performing necessary maintenance and repair work; inspects equipment and fixtures for proper working condition and for safety.
• Performs lead worker duties such as planning, assigning and exercising technical and functional oversight over the daily work of assigned employees; assumes some duties of supervisor in their absence.
• Maintains, fabricates, and repairs housing doors, cell doors and sliders; custom fabricates tools as needed.
• Performs metal fabrication for custom requests or repairs.
• Performs field testing, replacement and service for closed captioned television.
• Inspects security devices, including bars, keys, locks, windows, doors and other equipment and apparatus.
• Maintains and repairs commercial food service and laundry equipment.
• Develops specifications and cost estimates for individual projects as assigned.
• Oversees the work of contractors, ensuring compliance with established specifications, schedules and safety regulations.
• Installs sheetrock; repairs roofing; paints interior and exterior finishes and fixtures.
• Moves furniture, equipment, etc. as directed.
• Adheres to regulatory requirements, collective bargaining agreements, County and departmental policies and procedures, required trainings, as well as safe work practices.
• Develops and maintains effective internal and external working relationships at all levels.
• Has regular and reliable attendance. Overtime may be required. Works irregular shifts and responds to after-hours emergency calls as required.

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