Corrections Facility Tech II - Electrician - Law Enforcement Facility - Sheriff

Denton County, Texas; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Retirement benefits

Paid holidays

Job summary

Denton County is seeking a Correction Facility Technician II to perform skilled maintenance and repair of jail facilities, including mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing and life-safety systems within the Sheriff's Department, Detention Center, and jail buildings. The role requires strong building trade skills, the ability to supervise inmate trustees on work projects, and compliance with CJIS and TCOLE requirements.

A valid driver’s license, U.S.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 7 years of related experience preferred.
• License for HVAC, plumbing or electrical required.
• U.S. citizen.
• Must obtain Jailer certification within 1 year of employment.
• Valid driver’s license; able to obtain TX license within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled maintenance on mechanical and security systems incl. locks, doors, surveillance, fire alarms and life safety equipment.
• Maintains heating and air conditioning systems; checks thermostats, couplers, fuses, belts and motors.
• Assists in major HVAC repair projects.
• Performs plumbing tasks including installing/repairing pipes and fixtures; clears blockages.
• Repairs and maintains building, floors, ceilings, doors, walls, windows and related areas.
• Supervises inmate trustees on work projects and ensures compliance with policies.
• Reviews contracted work for quality and compliance with standards.
• Performs preventive maintenance per monthly schedule and smoke/Life Safety tests as required.

Skills

Electrical

HVAC

Plumbing

Building trades

Supervision

Job description

Description

The Correction Facility Technician II performs skilled work in the maintenance and repair of the Sheriff's Department, Detention Center, and jail facilities. Work involves the maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment, including jail security systems. This position performs a variety of maintenance and repair tasks, requiring a thorough knowledge of building trade skills. This employee is responsible for performing skilled work in one or more building trades, such as electrical, plumbing, and/or heating and air conditioning equipment. Work also involves supervising activities of inmate trustees assigned to work projects.

Examples of Duties

• Performs skilled maintenance work on mechanical and technical security systems, including security locks and doors, surveillance systems, fire alarms and smoke exhaust systems, life safety equipment, etc.
• Performs maintenance work on heating and air conditioning systems, checking thermostats, couplers, fuses, belts, motors, etc.
• Assists in major heating and air conditioning repair projects.
• Performs skilled plumbing tasks including assembling, installing and repairing pipes and fittings, opening clogged drains, troubleshooting problem areas, and repairing toilets and faucets.
• Performs repairs alterations and maintains building, floors, ceilings, stairways, doors, walls, windows, masonry, furniture, and other law enforcement maintenance areas.
• Assists in preparing estimates and cost analysis on projects to determine feasibility of completing projects internally or contracting them out to be completed by an external party.
• Assists in drafting and engineering for repairs.
• Repairs and maintains electrical and mechanical high security door systems within secure perimeter of the jail.
• Supervises activities of inmate trustees assigned to work projects, ensuring adherence to established policies, procedures, and standards.
• Makes inquiries of vendors on delivery dates; purchases small items for repair jobs from vendors; receives materials from vendors.
• Reviews and inspects contracted work for quality and compliance with appropriate standards.
• Performs appropriate preventive maintenance per monthly schedule.
• Performs smoke tests and tests of all Life Safety equipment as required by Texas Commission on Jail Standards.
• Regular and punctual attendance is required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Performs other related duties as required.
• High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of seven years of experience in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
• Possession of a current state or local license required for HVAC, plumbing or electrical.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must attain certification by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement as a Jailer within one (1) year of employment.
• Possession of a valid driver's license. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver’s license within 90 days.

Requirements

The following criminal history may result in disqualification from employment, appointment, or licensure, subject to any applicable waiver or review process authorized by law, CJIS requirements, or TCOLE rules:

• A felony conviction or qualifying felony deferred adjudication/community supervision;
• A Class A misdemeanor conviction or qualifying deferred adjudication/community supervision;
• A Class B misdemeanor conviction or qualifying deferred adjudication/community supervision within the previous ten (10) years;
• A conviction or qualifying community supervision/deferred adjudication for an offense involving family violence;
• Family Violence convictions or deferred adjudication;
• A current criminal charge for an offense that would constitute a bar to TCOLE licensure; and
• Other circumstances that result in the applicant being ineligible for required TCOLE licensure or CJIS access.

Supplemental Information

Denton County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; disability, and long term care insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, a Wellness Program, and more.

• Note: These benefits are not included for Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, or any Denton County Part-Time employee.

Denton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Denton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, mental or physical disability, age, national origin or veteran status.

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeosp.pdf

Family Medical Leave:

Denton County employees who have been employed for one year and who have worked 1250 hours in the preceding year may be eligible for up to twelve weeks of FMLA leave. The FMLA provides for up to 12 weeks of job-protected leave.

• for the birth, adoption, or placement of a child for foster care
• to care for a child, spouse, or parent with a serious health condition
• for an employee with a serious health condition