Correctional Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor - Maine State Prison, Warren.

State of Maine•Warren, ME

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maine Department of Corrections is hiring a Correctional Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor at Maine State Prison in Warren, Maine. This is structure and craft work involving the replacement, upkeep, maintenance, and repair of heating and plumbing systems, electrical fixtures, and buildings. The position may supervise a small staff and instruct and oversee a resident crew performing facility maintenance and repair tasks. The successful candidate supports the Department’s Maine Model of Corrections, which promotes staff and resident safety and meaningful rehabilitative opportunities. The role requires a professional attitude, integrity, and ethical conduct. The position is Pay Grade 20, with a listed annual salary range of $59,633.60 to $81,432.00, including specified salary adjustments and hourly incentives.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Four years of experience as a journeyman in plumbing, welding, maintenance mechanic work, or an allied field.
Some supervisory responsibility.
Knowledge of detention of locks and keys.
Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of tools, materials, methods, and practices used in plumbing, welding, electrical, and general maintenance and repair work.
Knowledge of high-pressure boiler and auxiliary equipment operation.
Knowledge of state and federal trade codes, occupational hazards, and safety precautions for these trades.
Ability to supervise subordinate personnel and plan and assign work for a small group.
Ability to install, maintain, and repair heating, water, and sewage systems.
Ability to install, maintain, and repair commercial laundry, kitchen, and farm equipment.
Ability to estimate time and material requirements, keep simple records, and order materials.
Ability to use applicable computer programs.

Nice To Haves

Preference is given to candidates who live within a 20-mile radius of Maine State Prison.

Responsibilities

Replace, maintain, and repair heating and plumbing systems, electrical fixtures, and buildings.
Supervise a small staff and instruct and oversee residents performing maintenance and repair tasks.
Ensure compliance with State policies, including human resources policies and information security and confidentiality protocols.
Prepare standard business correspondence and other correspondence formats.
Ensure staff have the tools needed to perform their roles.
Review documents and information, identify facts and errors or irregularities, and take authorized action.
Prepare regular and periodic reports.
Welcome and assist visitors and determine their needs.
Provide technical assistance to individuals seeking support.
Apply and explain relevant rules, regulations, policies, procedures, codes, and documentation requirements in routine cases.
Develop standard work procedures within established guidelines.
Plan and assign routine maintenance work to employees, tradespersons, and residents.
Estimate time and material needs, keep simple records, and order materials.

Benefits

13 paid holidays and more than three weeks of vacation leave annually; vacation accrual increases with years of service.
12 days of sick leave per year.
Health insurance, with the State paying 85%–95% of employee-only premiums depending on salary.
A 5% employee-only health insurance premium credit for eligible participants.
Dental insurance, with the State paying 100% of employee-only premiums.
Employer contributions to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System.
Gym membership reimbursement of up to $40 per month.
Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness.
Employee assistance program through the Living Resources Program.
Six weeks of fully paid parental leave for employees welcoming a child, including non-birthing and adoptive parents.
Voluntary deferred compensation through a MaineSaves 457(b) account.
Personal leave for overtime-exempt employees.