Maintenance Technician - Facilities & Systems

The GEO Group, Inc.; Lovejoy (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; 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, Inc. is seeking a maintenance specialist to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on facility equipment and systems within a secure setting. You will oversee detainee maintenance staff and ensure timely, safe repairs to keep operations running smoothly.

Main duties include carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, electrical repairs, and basic construction tasks, with emphasis on safety and reliability. A valid driver's license and US citizenship are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two (2) years general maintenance and/or related construction trade.
• Valid, active driver\'s license.
• Must have knowledge of equipment necessary for making proper repairs.
• Able to perform general plumbing, carpentry, mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Effectively communicate with residents and staff; react quickly and appropriately in an emergency situation.
• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must have resided within the United States or its territories for three (3) or more years out of the last five (5) years OR worked for the United States overseas for the Federal Government or US Military OR been a dependent of an employee who worked for the United States overseas for the Federal Government or US Military.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and machinery for preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance.
• Survey assigned jobs and ensure that sufficient and proper materials and tools are on hand.
• Direct and inspect the work of detainee maintenance staff, providing technical assistance.
• Perform carpentry to repair or replace doors, windows, walls, flooring, roofing, etc.
• Carry out repairs for plumbing, heating, and air conditioning, including furnaces, ductwork, air conditioners, piping, instrument controls, washbasins, and toilet facilities.
• Perform electrical work, such as repairing and replacing fluorescent fixtures and control switches, as well as disconnecting wiring.
• Execute minor construction work, such as building storage bins, stockroom shelves, counters, and workbenches using precision hand and power tools.
• Complete mechanical work involving repair and maintenance of facility machinery, motors, and vehicles.
• Assist in maintaining the security of assigned detainees.

Job description

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking a maintenance specialist to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on facility equipment and systems within a secure setting. You will oversee detainee maintenance staff and ensure timely, safe repairs to keep operations running smoothly.

Main duties include carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, electrical repairs, and basic construction tasks, with emphasis on safety and reliability. A valid driver's license and US citizenship are required.