Mechanical Maint & Operations Techn I

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Columbia (KY); In loco; USD 30.000 - 36.000; Tempo pieno

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The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice seeks a Mechanical Maint & Operations Tech I to perform maintenance and operation of equipment in a DJJ facility, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and related systems. This is a full-time, 37.5 hr/wk position based in Columbia, KY.

The role requires two years of related experience; formal training can substitute; education is listed as none. Applicants must be 18 years or older and may be eligible for overtime pay.

Competenze

• Two years of experience in the maintenance or repair of HVAC, refrigeration, ventilation, or electrical systems.
• Formal training in one of the above or related fields can substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Must be 18 years of age.

Mansioni

• Maintains and operates equipment in a Department of Juvenile Justice facility.
• Installs, repairs and maintains air conditioning, heating, refrigeration, ventilation, electrical systems and other related equipment.
• Repairs and maintains electrical, plumbing and sewerage operations.
• Keeps basic records of work activities and provides technical assistance.
• Inspects and checks for the working performance of equipment according to specifications.
• Performs checks and tests on mechanical equipment.

Conoscenze

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Maintenance & repair

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Mechanical Maint & Operations Techn I

Pay Grade 11

Salary
$33,118.80 Annually

Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency
Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Juvenile Justice

Location
401 Appleby Drive
Columbia, KY 42728 USA

Advertisement Closes
11/20/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Description

The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice is a multi-faceted agency that serves juveniles of the Commonwealth. While striving to hold youth accountable for their actions, the Department creates opportunities for sentenced, committed, probated, or detained youth to develop social and career skills that will equip them for re-entry into their communities as productive and responsible citizens.

The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) seeks to serve youth in the least restrictive, appropriate placement possible. We aspire to be a premier team of professionals committed to providing life-changing services resulting in the positive transformation of children, families, and communities.

For more information about the Department of Juvenile Justice please visit: https://djj.ky.gov/Pages/default.aspx

This is a highly responsible position in the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet. The employee is expected to perform all duties to the best of their ability, act in a responsible manner at all times, demonstrate leadership qualities, and treat all staff, youth, and persons with respect. This is a demanding position that requires maturity, reliability, and self-discipline. Career growth and advancement are encouraged through training and mentoring opportunities.

Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to other applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis. If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact for additional information.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following

• Performs duties related to the maintenance and operations of equipment in a Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) facility.
• Installs, repairs and maintains air conditioning, heating, refrigeration, ventilation, electrical systems and other associated equipment.
• Repairs and maintains electrical, plumbing and sewerage operations.
• Keeps basic records of work activities and provides technical assistance.
• Inspects and checks for the working performance of equipment according to specifications.
• Performs checks and tests on mechanical equipment.

Minimum Requirements

• EDUCATION: NONE
• EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Two years of experience in the maintenance or repair of HVAC, refrigeration, ventilation, or electrical systems.
• Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Formal training in one of the above or related fields will substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be 18 years of age.

Working Conditions

May be required to take care of emergency repairs twenty-four hours a day.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact James Briggs at [e-mail] or 270-384-7528.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D