CORRECTIONS MAINTENANCE WORKER

State of Illinois • Naperville, IL

2d • $5,364 - $7,552 • Onsite

About The Position

The Corrections Maintenance Worker position performs maintenance work in the repairs of institution buildings, equipment, and machinery at IYC Warrenville. The ideal candidate would not only possess these skills, but also be motivated to instruct youth that have been committed to the Department of Juvenile Justice in the performance of semi-skilled maintenance tasks, and transfer their skills to youth that have a desire to learn. This position is part of the team of Maintenance staff that work to maintain the buildings and grounds at IYC Warrenville. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply!

Requirements

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years high school.
• Requires one (1) year of experience in the maintenance and repair of buildings and grounds.

Nice To Haves

• Prefers at least one (1) year of experience applying knowledge of the machinery and equipment used in buildings and grounds maintenance.
• Prefers at least one (1) year of experience in the economical usage of materials and supplies.
• Prefers at least one (1) year of experience of planning and laying out work according to requirements of assignment, and to lead youth by example and instruction.
• Prefers at least one (1) year of experience in enforcing disciplinary, safety, security, and custodial measures for the control of youth.
• Prefers at least one (1) year of experience applying knowledge of institutional rules, regulations, and requirements for managing youth behavior.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, performs maintenance work below the journeyman level in the repair of institutional buildings, machinery, and equipment.
• Assigns maintenance or repair tasks to youth performing maintenance repairs.
• Communicates with Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, and Stationary Engineer- Assistant Chief in regard to the needs of the institution.
• Maintains inventory and accounts for all tools and equipment belonging to the institution.
• Troubleshoots and resolves minor semi-skilled electrical and plumbing issues or assigns others to do so when absent.
• Provides supervision in the operation of a small maintenance or repair shop within the institution.
• Coordinates vehicle repair and maintenance as per Administrative Directive.
• Cleans and services grease traps bi-weekly.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Benefits

• Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Paid parental leave
• Pre-tax benefits programs including but not limited to: Deferred Compensation, Medical, Daycare, etc.
• Employees earn twelve (12) paid Sick Days annually
• New Employees earn ten (10) paid Vacation Days in their first year of service and can earn up to twenty-five (25) paid Vacation Days annually (based on years of service)
• Employees earn three (3) paid Personal Days annually (pro-rated based on start date)
• Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
• Flexible work schedules in many program areas (remote work may be an option for certain positions)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED