Construction/Maintenance Tech I/II
About The Position
The Office of Juvenile Affairs is hiring a Construction/Maintenance Technician to maintain the facility’s buildings, grounds, and equipment in good repair. Positions in this job family perform construction, maintenance, repair, and upkeep of buildings, grounds, or other state property, without requiring a license. Work may include construction or renovation assistance; general upkeep of plumbing, heating, air-conditioning, electrical, and other systems; minor equipment repairs; and grounds maintenance. The posting describes two levels: Construction/Maintenance Tech I and Construction/Maintenance Tech II. The role includes carpentry and structural repairs, plumbing work, maintenance of electrical and HVAC-related equipment, repair and installation of locks and security devices, masonry and concrete work, and operation and maintenance of construction and grounds equipment. Employees are expected to support OJA’s mission and policies, protect confidential information, adapt to changing timelines, and collaborate effectively with staff. A valid Oklahoma driver’s license and job-related travel are required. Applicants must pass OSBI and FBI background checks, and a 12-month trial period is required. The stated annual salary is $40,000. OJA describes its mission as collaborating with youth, families, and community partners to create pathways for success through prevention and treatment for Oklahoma youth.
Requirements
- For Construction/Maintenance Tech I: two years of experience in one or more building trades, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- For Construction/Maintenance Tech II: four years of experience in one or more building trades, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Possess a valid Oklahoma driver’s license and be willing and able to perform job-related travel.
- Pass OSBI and FBI background checks.
- Complete a 12-month trial period.
- Demonstrate the ability to multitask and adapt to changing timelines.
- Maintain discretion, integrity, and sensitivity to confidential and private information.
- Work effectively in a team and build relationships through collaboration, communication, respect, and assistance to peers.
Responsibilities
- Perform carpentry work for building construction, renovation, and additions; erect and maintain structures such as scaffolds, sheds, forms, frames, and fences; repair building fixtures and maintain roofs.
- Install, replace, maintain, and repair plumbing fixtures and lines, and make minor repairs to laundry, sterilization, kitchen, and other equipment using water, steam, air, or related lines.
- Maintain and repair light fixtures, receptacles, switches, generators, and motors; troubleshoot and make electrical repairs that do not require a license; perform minor maintenance and repairs on heating, refrigeration, and air-conditioning equipment.
- Install and maintain locks and security devices; repair or replace parts, cut keys, and use tools and equipment to change lock combinations or shorten tumblers.
- Construct, maintain, and repair concrete and other foundations, retaining walls, walks, fireplaces, chimneys, stairways, and similar projects; mix mortar and lay brick, block, stone, and related materials.
- Operate, maintain, and repair equipment used in construction and grounds maintenance, including trucks, tractors, bulldozers, cranes, forklifts, mowers, and edgers.
- Support the agency’s mission, values, standards, policies, procedures, confidentiality standards, and code of ethical behavior.
- Adapt to demanding and changing timelines, maintain discretion and confidentiality, and collaborate and communicate effectively with staff.
Benefits
- Generous state-paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
- Choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing-condition exclusions.
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent-care expenses.
- Retirement savings plan with a company match.
- For full-time employees, 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave in the first year.
- 11 paid holidays per year.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Longevity bonuses.
- Training opportunities and continuous learning and development for CEU requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
