Maintenance Repair

State of Indiana•West Lafayette, IN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Repairperson serves Prophetstown State Park, with primary responsibility for operating and maintaining the aquatic center’s mechanical systems and maintaining and repairing the property’s sanitary distribution systems, including lift stations. The incumbent also serves as a technical resource for plumbing and electrical repairs throughout the property and reports directly to the Maintenance Repair Supervisor. Prophetstown State Park is located at the junction of the Tippecanoe and Wabash Rivers and includes a 900-acre prairie. The property offers activities such as bicycling, camping, and hiking, as well as The Farm at Prophetstown, a 1920s farm lifestyle exhibition offered in partnership with the town of Battle Ground. The position’s essential duties include diagnosing and repairing maintenance issues; maintaining service and maintenance records; purchasing required parts, tools, and supplies according to State policy; repairing buildings and structures; and assisting with snow removal. Attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. The role may be used in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Requirements

Working knowledge of various trades, including masonry, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.
Working knowledge of radio communications and procedures.
Working knowledge of safety precautions appropriate to a variety of repairs.
Ability to use automotive, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical tools for routine maintenance and repair.
Ability to prepare and maintain a variety of records.
Ability to use a wide variety of hand tools, power tools, and heavy equipment.
Ability to work independently and demonstrate self-motivation.
Ability to read and follow guidelines and blueprints to complete construction projects.
Willingness to travel with reasonable accommodation.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Advanced electrical experience, including 3-phase systems, and advanced plumbing experience are sought.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain the aquatic center’s mechanical systems.
Operate, maintain, and repair the property’s sanitary distribution systems, including lift stations.
Serve as a technical resource for plumbing and electrical repairs throughout the property.
Diagnose and repair various maintenance issues.
Maintain service and maintenance records.
Purchase required parts, tools, and supplies according to State policy.
Repair buildings and structures.
Assist with snow removal.
Attend work at assigned worksite(s).

Benefits

Three medical plan options, including prescription coverage, as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program with gift card rewards for completing wellness activities
Health savings account with bi-weekly state contributions
Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match
Two fully funded pension plan options
Leave policies, including paid New Parent Leave, paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers, paid community service leave, vacation, personal and sick leave
12 paid holidays, or 14 in election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits
Eligibility as a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free parking for most positions
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