Jail Maintenance Operations Specialist

Governmentjobs.com; Town of Rhine (WI); On-site; USD 64,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office as a Jail Maintenance Operations Specialist, where you will maintain HVAC systems in a correctional environment. This role requires multi-trade expertise and leadership to ensure the jail operates safely and effectively. You will be responsible for overseeing maintenance tasks, troubleshooting HVAC issues, and supervising inmate workers, contributing to the security and efficiency of the facility.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Retirement Plan with employer match

Paid time off for vacation and sick days

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in HVAC and mechanical maintenance.
• Possession of CPR and First Aid certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Perform HVAC maintenance and repairs for jail facilities.
• Supervise inmate workers in maintenance tasks.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures.

Skills

HVAC systems

Multi-trade expertise

Mechanical systems troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Blueprints and schematics

Job description

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Larimer County

$64,688.00 - $90,563.20 Annually

Location

Regular

Job Number

202500253

Sheriff's

Opening Date

06/12/2025

7/6/2025 at 11:59 PM Mountain Time (US & Canada)

Join Our Team and Help Keep the Larimer County Jail Running Safely and Efficiently

The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office is seeking a skilled and dedicated Jail Maintenance Operations Specialist with strong experience in HVAC systems to support the safe, secure, and effective operation of the Larimer County Jail. This position is ideal for a hands-on maintenance professional with multi-trade expertise and the ability to lead others, especially those with proven skills in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration.

Overview

One Agency, One Mission: Public Safety

Join Our Team and Help Keep the Larimer County Jail Running Safely and Efficiently

The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office is seeking a skilled and dedicated Jail Maintenance Operations Specialist with strong experience in HVAC systems to support the safe, secure, and effective operation of the Larimer County Jail. This position is ideal for a hands-on maintenance professional with multi-trade expertise and the ability to lead others, especially those with proven skills in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration.

The starting salary range for this position is $64,690 to $77,628.

Honesty and integrity are core values we expect from all team members. While it may be difficult to share past mistakes—especially those that feel embarrassing—transparency is essential. We value individuals who take responsibility for their actions, as it demonstrates maturity, accountability, and trustworthiness. Withholding information can raise concerns, but being honest, even about uncomfortable topics, builds credibility and shows strength of character.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do:

• Perform journey-level HVAC maintenance and repairs, including preventive servicing of heating, cooling, refrigeration, and ventilation systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot HVAC and mechanical system issues, including boilers, pumps, fans, filters, and electronic controls.
• Maintain, calibrate, and retrofit complex HVAC equipment in accordance with technical diagrams, manuals, and industry standards.
• Supervise inmate workers and coordinate their efforts in cleaning and basic maintenance tasks.
• Work across trades to ensure the safe and proper operation of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical systems throughout the facility.
• Operate, maintain, and repair specialized detention facility systems, including intercoms, CCTV, electronic locks, laundry/kitchen equipment, and more.
• Read blueprints and schematics; interpret technical documentation for repair and installation work.
• Ensure all work is conducted with strict adherence to safety procedures and security protocols within a correctional setting.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Three (3) years of experience performing a variety of building maintenance work involving mechanical, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, and plumbing tasks required; work in a corrections or detention environment preferred.
• Possession of a valid Driver’s License by date of hire is required.
• Possession of CPR and First Aid certifications by the date of hire is required.

Applicants must meet all of the following:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

• Cannot have a felony conviction

• No convictions involving domestic violence

• No use of illegal drugs within the past five years

***For current Sheriff's Office employees***

In order to be considered, you must get a Letter of Support from your chain of command and submit the Letter of Support with your application by 11:59 pm on July 6, 2025 . Please use the following process for your Letter of Support:

Submit your Letter of Intent to your direct supervisor.

Your direct supervisor will then write a Letter of Support and route that Letter of Support through your chain of command.

Your next-level supervisor/manager endorses your direct supervisor's Letter of Support.

Your mid-level manager then endorses your Letter of Support.

Your Division Commander then endorses your Letter of Support.

Submit your fully endorsed Letter of Support along with your application.

The Sheriff’s Office prohibits possession of marijuana by employees under any circumstances and expects employees to comply with federal law.

Benefits

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.

• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account

• Short and Long-Term Disability.

• Employee Assistance Program

• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment

• Accident Insurance

• Critical Illness Insurance

• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.

• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.

• Paid time off, including vacation, sick days, and holidays.

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Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.