Maintenance Repairer

Swanson Center for Youth-Monroe

• THIS IS A CONTINUOUS POSTING**

4701 S. Grand St., Monroe, Louisiana 71202

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• THIS IS A CONTINUOUS POSTING**

The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is committed to protecting the public by providing safe and effective individualized services to youth, who will become productive, law-abiding citizens. We are seeking a skilled and dependable Maintenance Repairer 2 to perform a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and repair tasks at one of its secure care facilities or administrative offices. This position plays a vital role in maintaining safe, functional, and well-kept environments for youth and staff.

The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience in general maintenance and a commitment to public service.

• Two years of experience or training in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or as a parks building and grounds attendant; OR
• Completion of a two-year vocational technical program in general building construction, construction technology, or engineering; OR
• Twelve semester hours in construction management, construction technology, or engineering, or any combination of these courses.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information

• Maintenance Duties
  • Perform general repairs to buildings, facilities, appliances, and equipment.
  • Carry out automotive, electrical, carpentry, and limited appliance repair work independently or with staff support.
  • Inspect equipment to identify costly repair needs and assist with welding, blueprint reading, and field repair techniques.
  • Operate heavy‑duty vehicles and specialized equipment essential to facility operations.
  • Replace parts, make adjustments, and ensure functionality of campus systems.
• Grounds & Janitorial Service
  • Maintain campus grounds, including lawn care and use of chemical products
  • Perform custodial tasks to ensure cleanliness and safety of facilities.
  • Interact with the public occasionally while performing duties.
  • Complete additional assignments as directed by supervisory staff.

Appointment Type: Full time, probational

Work Location: This vacancy is located at Swanson Center for Youth in Monroe, Louisiana.

Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.

The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1 (c).

Garilyn London

OJJ/ Human Resources

Garilyn.

London

In the supplemental questions section, applicants must authorize the HR Office of Juvenile Justice to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) to be considered for employment.

The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.

As a State Employee, You Will Earn Competitive Pay, Choose From a Variety Of Benefits, And Have Access To a Great Professional Development Program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at /

Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave

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State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

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