About this opportunity
Dauphin County Pennsylvania lists this PRISON MAINTENANCE WORKER opportunity in harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
Rate: Starting $54,080/year plus overtime and incentives.
Job Identification: 1234
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Day/Evening
Location: 501 Mall Road, Harrisburg, PA, 17111, US
LOOKING FOR BETTER PAY AND BENEFITS? We've got you covered.
Our starting pay and step increases are already among the best among our peers - and getting even better. But we also want you to build a career with us. That's why we offer the highest career pay rates of similar correctional facilities in our region.
READY TO SERVE? Apply today to be our next Maintenance Worker.
The Maintenance Worker is responsible for ensuring the upkeep and functionality of facilities and equipment. The Maintenance Worker performs a variety of tasks, including repairing electrical, plumbing, and structural systems, conducting routine inspections, and addressing maintenance needs to prevent breakdowns. Additionally, they may oversee the inventory and use of tools and supplies to ensure a safe and efficient environment and reports to the Deputy Warden of Operations. This is a union position.
Never worked in a prison before? We've got you covered. At Dauphin County Prison, we offer education and on-the-job training to ensure you are successful. This includes a 2-week post-employment orientation, including instruction by staff and peers.
THE DETAILS:
Dauphin County Prison is currently accepting applications for the full-time position of Maintenance Worker . The role involves maintaining and repairing electrical devices, fixtures, alarm systems, and security systems within the Prison and on the premises. Responsibilities also include maintaining and repairing plumbing fixtures and connections, performing minor structural repairs to buildings and barriers, and supervising the use, maintenance, and repair of the laundry plant. The position oversees the inventory and distribution of maintenance supplies and supervises prison inmates in the performance of authorized tasks. Additional duties include assisting in surveying and reporting on the condition of the plant and premises, as well as managing the inventory, classification, storage, and requisition of tools and implements.
OUR MISSION & VALUES:
Dauphin County Prison's mission is to professionally and proudly serve to improve our community of staff, inmates and the public. We are committed to upholding our core values: Professionalism, Transparency, Compassion, Excellence and Pride.
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Minimum Education, Experience, and Training Requirements
Graduation from high school or an accredited equivalency program, plus one year of experience in trade or maintenance work. Following hire, successful completion and maintenance of accreditation/certification in First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, use of automatic external defibrillator (AED), and satisfactory completion of Basic Training at the PA Department of Corrections Academy or its equivalent is required.
Other Requirements
The qualified candidate must be at least 18 years of age by the date of hire. A favorable criminal background check, child abuse and FBI clearances are required. Following hire, successful completion and maintenance of accreditation/certification in First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, and use of automatic external defibrillator (AED).
Dauphin County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive workplace free of discrimination and harassment. Dauphin County prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Worksite address
harrisburg, PA, 17124, US
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