Entry-Level Maintenance Technician for Corrections

State-of-Missour; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, vision, and

Paid holidays

10 hours annual leave per month

10 hours sick leave per month

Uniforms provided

Pre-service and in-service training

Credit union access

Direct deposit of paycheck

Job summary

The Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking an entry-level maintenance worker for on-site duties in a maximum-security facility. You will perform basic repairs, basic carpentry, plumbing, painting, and tool-based tasks with supervision.

Prior training or experience is preferred, and the role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability. This position offers strong benefits and opportunities for growth within a stable state department, with a pay structure that includes standard pay plus

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and have one or more years of experience in related work or completion of a relevant training program.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic manual maintenance tasks requiring hand tools and equipment operation.
• Paint/building repairs including plastering, carpentry, plumbing, and lighting tasks.
• Support and supervise offender workers under a designated supervisor.

Skills

Basic maintenance

Hand tools operation

Willingness to learn

Tools

Mowers

Forklifts

String trimmers

Job description

The Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking an entry-level maintenance worker for on-site duties in a maximum-security facility. You will perform basic repairs, basic carpentry, plumbing, painting, and tool-based tasks with supervision.

Prior training or experience is preferred, and the role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability. This position offers strong benefits and opportunities for growth within a stable state department, with a pay structure that includes standard pay plus