CORRECTIONAL MAINTENANCE OFFICER I Refrigeration Mechanic

State of Maryland•Allegany, MD

31d•Onsite

About The Position

If you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth, apply to join the DPSCS team today! The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. We are one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. In order to fulfill our mission of promoting safety, we have increased security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that will help offenders reintegrate into society upon release. As a member of the DPSCS team, you can have a fulfilling career, while also enjoying a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave), becoming vested in the State pension, supplemental retirement options, and even joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union. The incumbent is responsible under general supervision for the repair work, training and supervision of incarcerated individuals in the Refrigeration and HVAC trade at a State Correctional Facility. Incumbent may perform more complex or security sensitive maintenance and repair task from time to time and may work out of his assigned trade when needed. A Correctional Maintenance Officer I Refrigeration Mechanic is the entry level of work involving the custody, security and supervision of incarcerated individuals in maintenance and repair work in a correctional environment. Employees in this classification do not supervise other positions. Employees in this classification receive close supervision from a Correctional Maintenance Officer Supervisor. Employees are subject to call-in during emergencies and staffing shortages. Work is performed in and around a correctional facility, and employees are continually exposed to incarcerated individuals who may be abusive and hostile and have access to potentially dangerous tools and equipment. When assigned to outside maintenance jobs, employees are exposed to all types of weather conditions. Employees may be required to physically subdue and restrain incarcerated individuals during fights, riots and escape attempts. The work may require moving objects weighing over 25 pounds.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school diploma or possession of a high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Maryland Correctional Training Commission regulation.
Two years of refrigeration mechanic experience.
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland prior to permanent appointment.
Some positions in this classification may require employees to acquire the appropriate Maryland driver’s license to operate motor vehicles for the transportation of incarcerated individuals or supplies.
Employees who have not already done so must complete and successfully pass the Entrance Level Correctional Training Course required for the Maryland Correctional Training Commission certificate during the probationary period.
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the disposing or servicing of air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess technician certification from an approved Environmental Protection Agency certifying organization as required by Section 608 of the Federal Clean Air Act.
U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status
Must be at least 21 years of age
A completed background investigation
Oral interview
Physical examination.
Employees in this classification are subject to call-in 24 hours a day and, therefore, must provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.
Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
Prior Drug Use- The Commission may not certify an applicant to a mandated position if the applicant has within a 12 month period immediately preceding the date of hire, unlawfully used natural cannabis or natural cannabinoids.
Arrest Records- No felony convictions; No misdemeanor convictions within five (5) years; No probations before judgement or parole and probation within five (5) years; Must not currently be on parole or probation; No civil drug convictions within three (3) years.
Driving Records- No convictions or probations before judgement on any 12-point violation within five (5) years. Including but not limited to driving under the influence, driving while intoxicated, attempting to flee/ elude police and/or driving while license is refused / suspended / revoked /canceled.
Academy- Must meet the guidelines for certification by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission.
Military records - No separations less than honorable.

Responsibilities

Maintains control and discipline among incarcerated individuals workers; conducts searches for contraband items; administers verbal or written disciplinary actions to incarcerated individuals for any violations of conduct standards.
Enforces safety, sanitary, custody and security rules and regulations.
Physically restrains incarcerated individuals if necessary during fights or escape attempts.
Maintains continual count of incarcerated individuals assigned to work details supervised.
Assigns installation maintenance or repair tasks to designated incarcerated individuals performing at various levels of proficiency in the trade.
Train and instructs incarcerated individuals regarding methods and techniques, use of tools and equipment, and proper care of tools and equipment.
Inspects and approves/disapproves all work performed by incarcerated individuals for adherence to quality standards.
Estimates time, materials, and supplies needed to conduct assigned maintenance or repair tasks.
Orders supplies and materials needed.
Keeps records of supplies and materials used; inventories materials on hand tools in use.
Personally performs certain installation, maintenance or repair tasks on refrigeration infrastructure.
Plans and implements appropriate procedures, operates hand and power tools and equipment needed; maintains record of time, supplies and materials required.
Escorts third party vendors and inspects completed work assignment.
Performs other related duties.

Benefits

health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost
Personal Leave - New State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date)
Annual Leave -Ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year
Sick Leave -Fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year
Parental Leave - up to Sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child
Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least Twelve (12) holidays per year
Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension

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