Security-Focused Maintenance Director for Detention Facility

Roger County; Claremore (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rogers County Sheriff's Office is seeking a dependable Maintenance Director to oversee the Amos G. Ward Detention Facility's maintenance, repair, and upkeep. You will ensure safe, secure operations for detention officers, staff, and inmates at all times.

You will manage preventative maintenance, troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry systems, and coordinate with vendors for specialized repairs. The role requires strong hands-on experience and adherence to security procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in facility, commercial, or institutional maintenance.
• Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.
• Valid Oklahoma driver's license.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily maintenance and repair needs of the detention facility.
• Conduct routine inspections of inmate housing areas, staff areas, mechanical rooms, and other jail facilities to identify maintenance and safety concerns.
• Perform preventative, routine, and emergency maintenance and repairs.
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC systems, including heating, air conditioning, ventilation, thermostats, and related equipment.
• Perform plumbing repairs, including toilets, sinks, drains, water lines, valves, showers, and related fixtures.
• Perform electrical maintenance and troubleshooting, including lighting, outlets, switches, fixtures, and other electrical components within applicable licensing requirements.
• Perform carpentry and general construction, including doors, frames, walls, ceilings, flooring, shelving, cabinetry, and other facility repairs.
• Maintain and repair security‑related equipment and infrastructure, including doors, locks, gates, fixtures, and other components essential to facility security.
• Respond promptly to maintenance issues that could affect inmate safety, staff safety, sanitation, security, or normal jail operations.
• Maintain and document a preventative maintenance schedule for facility equipment and systems.
• Coordinate with Jail Division supervisors before performing work in secure inmate areas.
• Maintain strict accountability of tools, equipment, parts, and materials brought into secured areas.
• Coordinate with outside contractors and vendors when specialized repairs are required and monitor work to ensure completion.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, maintenance requests, parts, and equipment.
• Maintain adequate inventory of commonly needed maintenance supplies and parts.
• Assist with facility improvements, renovations, construction projects, and other projects as assigned.
• Immediately report security, safety, or structural concerns to Jail Division command staff.
• Respond to after‑hours maintenance emergencies when necessary to prevent disruption to jail operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

HVAC systems

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Maintenance troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

The Rogers County Sheriff's Office is seeking a dependable Maintenance Director to oversee the Amos G. Ward Detention Facility's maintenance, repair, and upkeep. You will ensure safe, secure operations for detention officers, staff, and inmates at all times.

You will manage preventative maintenance, troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry systems, and coordinate with vendors for specialized repairs. The role requires strong hands-on experience and adherence to security procedures.