Maintenance Technician - Multi-Skilled Facility

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd.; Golden Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; 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

GEO Secured Services is seeking a maintenance specialist to perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance in a secure facility. You will oversee detainee maintenance staff and ensure materials and tools are on hand for assigned tasks.

The role requires practical skills across plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and mechanical trades, plus strong communication with residents and staff to respond quickly in emergencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two (2) years general maintenance and/or related construction trade experience.
• Valid, active driver’s license.
• Knowledge of equipment necessary for making proper repairs.
• Ability to perform general plumbing, carpentry, mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Effective communication with residents and staff; quick and appropriate response in emergency situations.

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.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical tools

Carpentry tools

Job description

GEO Secured Services is seeking a maintenance specialist to perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance in a secure facility. You will oversee detainee maintenance staff and ensure materials and tools are on hand for assigned tasks.

The role requires practical skills across plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and mechanical trades, plus strong communication with residents and staff to respond quickly in emergencies.