Facility Maintenance Supervisor II

Commonwealth of Kentucky; West Liberty (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking a maintenance supervisor to oversee the wastewater facility and related maintenance operations at the West Liberty DJJ site. Responsibilities include supervising shifts, coordinating repairs, and ensuring safety standards across all facilities.

Required five years in building or mechanical maintenance with records keeping and supervisory duties; high school diploma is needed.

Qualifications

• Five years of building, grounds or mechanical maintenance experience; records keeping and supervisory responsibility included.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and maintains the wastewater treatment plant.
• Directs maintenance operations for DJJ facilities and grounds.
• Supervises shifts of maintenance staff and outside vendors as needed.
• Performs inspections and updates preventative maintenance plans.
• Ensures safety, sanitation, and security devices with fire and safety personnel.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Records keeping

Supervisory experience

Education

High school graduate

Job description

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9/21/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Pay Grade

13

Salary

$40,070.64 - $60,106.80 Annually

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Juvenile Justice

Location

163 Woodsbend Boys Camp Road
West Liberty, KY 41472 USA

Description

The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice is a multi-faceted agency that serves juveniles of the Commonwealth. While striving to hold youth accountable for their actions, the Department creates opportunities for sentenced, committed, probated, or detained youth to develop social and career skills that will equip them for re-entry into their communities as productive and responsible citizens.

The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) seeks to serve youth in the least restrictive, appropriate placement possible. We aspire to be a premier team of professionals committed to providing life-changing services resulting in the positive transformation of children, families, and communities.

For more information about the Department of Juvenile Justice please visit: https://djj.ky.gov

This is a highly responsible position in the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet. The employee is expected to perform all duties to the best of their ability, act in a responsible manner at all times, demonstrate leadership qualities, and treat all staff, youth, and persons with respect. This is a demanding position that requires maturity, reliability, and self-discipline. Career growth and advancement are encouraged through training and mentoring opportunities.

Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to other applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis. If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact for additional information.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following

• Position requires the person to have at minimum a Wastewater Operator I Certification.


• Oversees and maintains the facility’s wastewater treatment plant.


• Plans and directs the maintenance operations of a DJJ Facility; Supervises all shifts of maintenance staff.


• Oversees maintenance for assigned DJJ facilities and grounds.


• Inspects and repairs all equipment.


• Completes preventative maintenance as needed; develops preventative maintenance plans.


• Orders necessary parts and supplies and maintains inventory.


• Schedules and coordinates all maintenance needs.


• Performs weekly, monthly and quarterly inspections of facilities, equipment and grounds.


• Supervises all shifts of maintenance staff and outside vendors in needed repairs.


• Coordinates conditions for safety, sanitation and security devices with fire and safety personnel.


• Develops preventative maintenance plans.


• Conducts supervisory conferences and evaluates performance.


• Completes all required reports regarding needed repairs and keeps facility managers apprised of major issues.


• Attends conferences, trainings, and meetings as required.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:

High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:

Must have five years of building maintenance, grounds maintenance, general trades, skilled trades, moving services or mechanical maintenance experience. Some of the required experience must include both records keeping experience and limited or full responsibility for work of others.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:

Formal training in one of the above or related fields will substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:

Experience in one of the above or related fields will substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):

NONE

Working Conditions

Incumbents in this job title may be exposed to extreme temperatures which requires following safety procedures. Will be on call 24 hours a day.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Angela Bowman at [e-mail] or 502-782-7202.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D