Juvenile Center - Maintenance Assistant

Allen County Government • Fort Wayne, IN

3d • $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Facilities Director, the Maintenance Assistant performs general repair and maintenance at the Allen County Juvenile Center and Allen County Juvenile Probation locations. The position is covered under the Superior Court Employee Handbook and is at-will. The work includes troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, and security systems; repairing structural items; maintaining grounds; cleaning facility areas; and repairing metal equipment. The position performs work at four locations: Allen County Juvenile Center, Deer Run, South Probation Office, and East Allen Probation Office. Work is moderately complex and performed under moderate supervision. The position has no supervisory responsibilities and maintains frequent contact with county employees, other agencies, the public, and potentially violent juveniles. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with some on-call responsibilities.

Requirements

• Specialized training beyond high school in electrical, HVAC, mechanical, and plumbing fields.
• At least one year of related experience.
• Valid driver's license to operate county-owned vehicles.
• OSHA Certification.
• Knowledge of applicable safety practices and procedures, with the ability to ensure the safety of self, staff, and residents.
• Working knowledge of plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems.
• Ability to operate snow-removal, mowing, and landscaping equipment.
• Ability to perform indoor janitorial services, including operating industrial floor equipment, painting, minor drywall work, repairing office equipment, and other facility repairs.
• Ability to operate a pickup truck, snowplow, hand and power tools, micrometers, and tractors.
• Ability to use computers and peripheral equipment, applicable software, and standard modern office equipment.
• Ability to adapt to changes and new technologies in equipment and software.
• Ability to interpret work instructions and apply practical knowledge of tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair electrical components and equipment, including generators, office and kitchen equipment, and light fixtures.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair plumbing fixtures and systems, including detention facility plumbing and sump pumps.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair HVAC equipment, including replacing belts and filters, lubricating motors, and cleaning air conditioners and evaporators.
• Maintain and repair security system equipment, including cameras, intercoms, door controls, and electromagnetic and mechanical locks.
• Construct, repair, and replace structural items such as shelves, cabinets, and drawers, and perform woodworking, metalwork, painting, plastering, and remodeling of facility areas.
• Maintain grounds at multiple locations through mowing, trimming, weed and leaf removal, pruning, and snow removal.
• Clean public areas and secure detention facilities, including sweeping, mopping, stripping and waxing floors, sanitizing high-traffic areas, and removing trash.
• Repair broken metal facility equipment using electric or gas welders and torches.
• Perform other assigned duties, including overtime as required.

What This Job Offers

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