Maintenance Mechanic 8-10

State of Michigan; Kincheloe (MI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Michigan Department of Corrections is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic to maintain, repair, and install mechanical system components inside a correctional facility. The role includes servicing heating systems, pumps, and associated equipment, using independent judgment and working with minimal supervision.

You will hire, train, and supervise prisoner work crews, inspect their work, and perform duties both inside and outside the secure perimeter on a multi-level facility.

Qualifications

• Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.
• Two years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical or electrical trades.
• Four years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical or electrical trades, including two years equivalent to a Maintenance Mechanic 8.
• Five years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical or electrical trades, including one year equivalent to a Maintenance Mechanic E9.
• Completion of a recognized program in vocational training for the mechanical or electrical trades may be substituted for two years of experience assisting skilled trades workers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and install mechanical system components within a correctional facility.
• Hire, train, and supervise prisoner work crews.
• Inspect the work completed by prisoner crews and supervise without direct supervision.
• Work both outside and inside the secure perimeter of a multi-level facility.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

The function of the position is the maintenance, repair, and installation of mechanical system components. Including repair & servicing of heating systems, pumps, air compressors, furniture, appliances, tools, building components, food preparation equipment, plumbing & other misc. items, located within the property of a correctional facility. The position will require hiring, training of and supervising prisoner work crews. The position is required to inspect the work completed by prisoner work crews. The position will complete assignments without direct supervision, using independent judgment to make decisions relating to specific work situations, and be responsible for other specific duties as assigned by the supervisor. Employee works outside and inside the secure perimeter of a multi level Correctional facility.

Job Description

The function of the position is the maintenance, repair, and installation of mechanical system components. Including repair & servicing of heating systems, pumps, air compressors, furniture, appliances, tools, building components, food preparation equipment, plumbing & other misc. items, located within the property of a correctional facility. The position will require hiring, training of and supervising prisoner work crews. The position is required to inspect the work completed by prisoner work crews. The position will complete assignments without direct supervision, using independent judgment to make decisions relating to specific work situations, and be responsible for other specific duties as assigned by the supervisor. Employee works outside and inside the secure perimeter of a multi level Correctional facility.

The Michigan Department of Corrections is proud to be a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran Friendly Employer.

MDOC is proud to employ nearly 1,500 veterans and actively serving military members across the department. The Department has many benefits and services available to support our military and veteran employees, spouses, and families. Learn more about what makes MDOC a Gold-Level Veteran Friendly Employer here.

Required Education And Experience

Education

Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.

Experience

Maintenance Mechanic 8

Two years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical or electrical trades.

Maintenance Mechanic E9

Four years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical or electrical trades, including two years equivalent to a Maintenance Mechanic 8.

Maintenance Mechanic 10

Five years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical or electrical trades, including one year equivalent to a Maintenance Mechanic E9.

Alternate Education And Experience

Completion of a recognized program in vocational training for the mechanical or electrical trades may be substituted for two years of experience assisting skilled trades workers.

Additional Requirements And Information

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

The Department of Corrections may screen out job applicants who have been convicted of a felony in accordance with Public Act 191 of 2017. Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony are ineligible for employment with the Department of Corrections until satisfactory completion of any sentence imposed, including parole or probation.

This is a drug and alcohol test-designated position. Applicants are required to complete a drug test within 24 hrs. of a conditional offer of employment.

Position Description: Maintenance Mechanic-A 10

Position Description: Maintenance Mechanic-Experienced Level

View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/M/MaintenanceMechanic.pdf

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Accommodations

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