Maintenance Specialist - Bldg​/Facility​/Const, Journey​/Lead; HVAC PCN

Job Summary

The Department of Corrections, Division of Institutions is recruiting for a Maintenance Specialist, Building/Facility/Construction, Journey 2/Lead, at Goose Creek Correctional Center in Mackenzie Point, Alaska.

• Service, clean, and repair gas fired burners, HVAC equipment, ventilation system, refrigeration equipment, freezers, compressors, and water heaters.
• Conduct routine and non-routine inspections and perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on all HVAC equipment, ventilation system, refrigeration equipment, freezers, compressors, and water heaters.
• Obtain quotes and advise supervisor for ordering purposes when parts are needed; assure parts are readily available when needed.

• Accountability:
  Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results.
• Mechanical:
  Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, benefits, repair, and maintenance.
• Oral and Written Communication:
  Expresses information clearly and convincingly, listens and responds appropriately.
• Experience with HVAC, refrigeration, and related equipment is preferred.
• Valid driver's license.

Goose Creek Correctional Center is a minimum/medium custody facility that houses up to 1500 inmates and employs over 350 staff. The role involves working closely with staff and, on behalf of the facility, with inmates daily.

• Flexible work schedules (4/10 schedules may be available after training period).
• On‑site gym with locker rooms and showers; low‑cost lunches available 7 days a week.
• Convenient parking with winter plug‑ins and scenic drive to work.
• Standard state benefits: health, dental, vision, life, short‑term and long‑term disability, retirement, and paid leave.

• PREA compliance:
  No engagement in sexual abuse or related activity in correctional settings.
• Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN) clearance required; DPS will deny clearance for felony or misdemeanor convictions in any jurisdiction.
• Criminal history check and fingerprinting required.

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats, please contact the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations. The State of Alaska is an equal‑opportunity employer.