MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

The State of New Hampshire; Berlin (NH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hazard pay ($60 biweekly)

Job summary

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Corrections, is seeking a full-time Maintenance Technician to supervise and perform HVAC maintenance, repair, installation and calibration in a prison setting, with direct contact with inmates, and security responsibilities.

The position requires supervising inmate workers, scheduling and training staff, ensuring safe operation, and compliance with codes. Working hours are 6:30am-2:30pm with Saturdays and Sundays off; hazardous duty considerations apply.

Qualifications

• Equivalent combination of 5 years of education and experience after completion of high school.
• Education and experience must be in the operation and maintenance of the mechanical and electrical equipment used in buildings, with at least 2 years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide security, supervision, and training for inmate workers to complete the required tasks in a proficient manner with security being the priority.
• Supervise, schedule, train and assist subordinate staff ensuring continuous maintenance and repairs of equipment.
• Installs, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains HVAC systems and related equipment for the Northern NH Correctional Facility.
• Maintain and possess knowledge of large industrial chillers and cooling towers which includes sequence of operation, test, chemically treat, clean, and maintain.
• Prevent costly downtime and repairs by being able to diagnose and troubleshoot HVAC systems and controls; electrical, pneumatic, electronics, sensors, transmitters, and relay failures.
• Respond to emergencies by using good judgment and assuring that the work is completed safely and meets federal, state, and local codes and recommended ACA standards.
• Order materials and supplies and maintain inventory of needed parts to prevent costly downtime of equipment and provide job costs for budgetary information.
• Calibrate and adjust hydraulic, pneumatic, electric and electronic controls and motors to ensure efficient operations and comfortable environment.
• Maintain records, logs on HVAC equipment and write or procure specifications for competitive bidding by vendors on large HVAC alterations and major repairs.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Gas Fitter license

Driver's license

Job description

Contact Information

For assistance, contact the State of New Hampshire - Division of Personnel Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST 603-271-3261 or [e-mail]

Job Overview

We have a full-time vacancy for Maintenance Technician in the Resource: The State of New Hampshire, Department of Corrections, Division of Administration - Logistics. Salary is $25.40/hour - $34.14/hour. Working hours are 6:30am - 2:30pm with Saturdays and Sundays off. This position receives hazardous duty pay of $60 paid biweekly (not included in salary above).

Summary

Supervises and performs the technical maintenance, repair, installation, and calibration of HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning) and related equipment in a prison environment, working in close and immediate contact with prisoners on a daily basis, having responsibility for security.

Responsibilities

• Provide security, supervision, and training for inmate workers to complete the required tasks in a proficient manner with security being the priority.


• Supervise, schedule, train and assist subordinate staff ensuring continuous maintenance and repairs of equipment.


• Installs, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains HVAC systems and related equipment for the Northern NH Correctional Facility.


• Maintain and possess knowledge of large industrial chillers and cooling towers which includes sequence of operation, test, chemically treat, clean, and maintain.


• Prevent costly downtime and repairs by being able to diagnose and troubleshoot HVAC systems and controls; electrical, pneumatic, electronics, sensors, transmitters, and relay failures.


• Respond to emergencies by using good judgment and assuring that the work is completed safely and meets federal, state, and local codes and recommended ACA standards.


• Order materials and supplies and maintain inventory of needed parts to prevent costly downtime of equipment and provide job costs for budgetary information.


• Calibrate and adjust hydraulic, pneumatic, electric and electronic controls and motors to ensure efficient operations and comfortable environment.


• Maintain records, logs on HVAC equipment and write or procure specifications for competitive bidding by vendors on large HVAC alterations and major repairs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Equivalent combination of 5 years of education and experience after completion of high school.


• Education and experience must be in the operation and maintenance of the mechanical and electrical equipment used in buildings, with at least 2 years of supervisory experience.

License and Certification

• Valid driver’s license or have access to transportation for statewide travel.


• Must have a State of NH Gas Fitters license.

Other Requirements

• Must pass security and background screenings required for correctional environments.

Trainee Option

• Candidates with an equivalent combination of 4+ years of relevant education and experience with at least 1+ year of supervisory experience after completion of high school may be considered and hired in trainee status for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• None.

After-Hire Requirements

• Successful completion of the Corrections Academy within 12 months of hire and continuing certification as correctional line personnel as established by the certifying authority.


• Successful completion of HVAC refrigerant certification within 12 months of hire.


• Must be available for on-call through rotating schedule for off hour coverage to respond to emergencies and requests for timely assistance, in accordance with departmental policy.


• Must be willing to work an extended and/or flexible schedule, to include nights and weekends for emergency response to needs at the facilities; may be required to report for work with little notice due to emergencies.

Career Advancement Opportunities

• In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No


• Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No

Total Compensation Information

State of New Hampshire total compensation package includes: HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits; Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value); Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts; State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan; Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan; $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance; Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500); Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay; see this link for details on State-paid health benefits: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx; Total Compensation Statement Worksheet: https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx; Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf; https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

Employment Type

Full-time

Equal Opportunity Employer

EOE

TDD Access

Relay NH1-800-735-2964