Facility Maintenance Specialist, Physical Plant (Salem) For current ODOC and OCE employees only

State of Oregon•Salem, OR

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Facility Maintenance Specialist, Physical Plant - For current ODOC and OCE employees only Oregon State Penitentiary (Salem) Oregon Department of Corrections The Oregon Department of Corrections is currently recruiting for a Facility Maintenance Specialist. This exciting employment opportunity is with the Oregon Department of Corrections at the Oregon State Penitentiary (OSP) in Salem, Oregon. You must be a current for ODOC and OCE employee (contract workers excluded) to apply. This position is represented by Association of Oregon Corrections Employees (AOCE). This position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute. About the Job – Your Role The Facility Maintenance Specialist supports the Physical Plant Manager in overseeing the maintenance program at the Oregon State Penitentiary. This role requires modeling pro-social behavior, reinforcing positive actions, addressing negative behavior, and effectively communicating observations to program staff and supervisors in support of OAM. Key responsibilities include performing custodial and security-related duties, such as responding to AIC (Adults in Custody) incidents, maintaining control of keys, tools, and contraband to prevent escapes, supervising AIC workers, conducting searches as needed, and using physical restraints when necessary to manage hostile individuals. The Specialist directs and supervises AIC work crews in a variety of building trades related to repair and maintenance. Duties include completing repairs and preventative maintenance, managing work orders and CMMS-scheduled tasks, and supporting other trade staff as needed. Additional responsibilities include ordering supplies and parts, maintaining equipment and material inventories, assisting with project planning and cost estimates, training AIC workers on proper tool and equipment use, and participating in the interview and selection process for AIC workers. The role also involves monitoring work areas for safety and cleanliness, conducting searches to prevent contraband, and completing disciplinary reports in accordance with established procedures. The Specialist may also perform skilled tasks in carpentry, general maintenance, lock repair, welding, painting, and plumbing, with guidance provided as needed. This position requires a commitment to cultural competency and diversity. Duties listed are not intended to cover every responsibility and may be adjusted based on operational needs.

Requirements

Two (2) years of: a) general building maintenance; b) carpentry; c) electrical; d) mechanical; e) painting; or f) plastering experience. A journeyman's license/card in any of the above trades will substitute for this experience. Be sure a copy of your journeyman's license/card is attached to your application form.
NOTE: At the time of recruitment, agencies will specify if the position requires a specialty in a) through f) above. Some positions in this class may require the possession of a valid Oregon driver's license valid for the class of vehicles used by the employing agencies. Agencies will note this requirement at the time of recruitment. Positions assigned Electrical duties require a Limited Maintenance Electrical license. Agencies will note this at the time of recruitment.
Valid driver’s license.
You must be a current for ODOC and OCE employee (contract workers excluded) to apply.

Nice To Haves

Completion of OSHA Safety Training or equivalent safety certifications.
Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively within a team environment.
Skill in modeling pro-social behavior, reinforcing positive conduct, redirecting negative behavior, and communicating observations to staff and supervisors.
Proven ability to lead, supervise, and train work crews in safe and effective work practices.
Ability to work professionally with Adults in Custody (AICs).
Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply applicable rules, policies, procedures, and regulations.
Understanding of safety practices, inspection protocols, and compliance requirements in a secure facility.
Knowledge of general maintenance and repair, including preventive maintenance and CMMS systems.
Ability to assist with project planning, cost estimation, and inventory management.
Basic working knowledge of multiple trades (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, welding, painting, and lock repair) with ability to follow technical guidance.
Ability to maintain a safe, clean work environment; enforce security procedures (including contraband control and documentation); and complete accurate reports and records.

Responsibilities

Performing custodial and security-related duties, such as responding to AIC (Adults in Custody) incidents
Maintaining control of keys, tools, and contraband to prevent escapes
Supervising AIC workers
Conducting searches as needed
Using physical restraints when necessary to manage hostile individuals
Directing and supervising AIC work crews in a variety of building trades related to repair and maintenance
Completing repairs and preventative maintenance
Managing work orders and CMMS-scheduled tasks
Supporting other trade staff as needed
Ordering supplies and parts
Maintaining equipment and material inventories
Assisting with project planning and cost estimates
Training AIC workers on proper tool and equipment use
Participating in the interview and selection process for AIC workers
Monitoring work areas for safety and cleanliness
Conducting searches to prevent contraband
Completing disciplinary reports in accordance with established procedures
Performing skilled tasks in carpentry, general maintenance, lock repair, welding, painting, and plumbing, with guidance provided as needed