Facilities Maintenance Technician: Mechanical & Electrical

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd.; McFarland, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

Reduced Tuition Rates

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Pet Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Training

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

The GEO Group is seeking a maintenance specialist to perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance in a correctional facility environment. You will guide detainee maintenance staff and carry out carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs while ensuring resident safety.

We expect solid general maintenance experience, strong communication skills, and a valid driver's license for this on-site role. Join GEO Group for a stable, mission-driven career with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2 years general maintenance or related construction experience.
• Valid driver's license in good standing.
• Ability to perform plumbing, carpentry, mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Strong communication with residents and staff; emergency responsiveness.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment for preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance.
• Survey jobs and ensure materials and tools are on hand.
• Direct and inspect detainee maintenance staff, providing technical assistance.
• Perform carpentry to repair doors, windows, walls, flooring, roofing.
• Repair plumbing, heating, and air conditioning systems.
• Perform electrical work, including lighting fixtures and wiring.
• Complete mechanical work on facility machinery, motors, and vehicles.
• Assist in maintaining the security of assigned detainees.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Driver's license

Strong communication

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

The GEO Group is seeking a maintenance specialist to perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance in a correctional facility environment. You will guide detainee maintenance staff and carry out carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs while ensuring resident safety.

We expect solid general maintenance experience, strong communication skills, and a valid driver's license for this on-site role. Join GEO Group for a stable, mission-driven career with comprehensive benefits.