General Maintenance Worker

Richwood Correctional Center • Monroe, LA

9d • $19

About The Position

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Inspects and identifies areas, equipment, or machines in need of repair. Troubleshoots issues to determine necessary repairs. Plans repair work using the building's blueprints or equipment manual as needed. Performs general repairs that do not require a specialized technician. Examples may include repairing drywall, painting, and repairing doors and other building fixtures. Performs routine maintenance on building systems. Cleans and assists with upkeep of the facilities. Ensures prompt and appropriate assistance to inmates in the event of injury, illness, and emotional trauma. Orders supplies and materials needed for repairs and maintenance. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to follow instructions from supervisors or senior maintenance workers.
• Knowledge of general carpentry and repair.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work after hours, over weekends and on public holidays with short or no notice.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, or crawl into awkward spaces.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Frequent grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, and twisting.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in correctional setting is highly desirable.
• Heating/Air Conditioning experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Inspects and identifies areas, equipment, or machines in need of repair.
• Troubleshoots issues to determine necessary repairs.
• Plans repair work using the building's blueprints or equipment manual as needed.
• Performs general repairs that do not require a specialized technician. Examples may include repairing drywall, painting, and repairing doors and other building fixtures.
• Performs routine maintenance on building systems.
• Cleans and assists with upkeep of the facilities.
• Ensures prompt and appropriate assistance to inmates in the event of injury, illness, and emotional trauma.
• Orders supplies and materials needed for repairs and maintenance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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