Maintenance Repairer Master

State of Louisiana•Monroe, LA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Office of Juvenile Justice is seeking a highly skilled and dependable Maintenance Repairer Master to lead and oversee all campus maintenance operations, construction support, and facility upkeep. In this leadership role, you will plan, organize, and direct daily maintenance activities while supervising maintenance staff, coordinating contractors, and ensuring all buildings, grounds, and mechanical systems remain safe, functional, and compliant with state and agency standards. You will manage a wide range of responsibilities, including preventative and general maintenance, groundskeeping, perimeter security, equipment oversight, and emergency response. This position requires strong technical knowledge across multiple trades, the ability to operate heavy equipment, and the judgment to prioritize maintenance needs in a fast-paced environment. You will also collaborate with project planners and agency leadership on major repairs, construction projects, and Capital Outlay submissions, while ensuring all purchasing, vendor coordination, and documentation processes are handled with accuracy and professionalism. We’re looking for a hands-on, solutions-driven professional with strong supervisory skills, excellent communication, and a commitment to maintaining a safe, well-functioning campus. Your leadership will directly support operational readiness, safety, and the long-term integrity of facility infrastructure.

Requirements

Three years of experience or training in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance; OR Completion of a two-year vocational technical program in general building construction, construction technology, or engineering plus one year of experience in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance; OR Twelve semester hours in construction management, construction technology, or engineering, or any combination of these courses plus one year of experience in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance.
Must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1 (c)
Must possess a valid Louisiana Driver's License
Must clear a background check

Nice To Haves

Ability to operate heavy equipment
Strong technical knowledge across multiple trades
Strong supervisory skills
Excellent communication

Responsibilities

Oversee and direct maintenance, transportation, construction, and support services across all campus buildings, grounds, and infrastructure
Supervise maintenance staff by assigning work, reviewing performance, and ensuring tasks meet safety and compliance standards
Maintain all facilities including dorms, administrative and educational buildings, health services, gymnasium, dining areas, mechanical systems, and generators
Ensure grounds are properly maintained, equipment is operational, and perimeter security (fencing and gates) is intact
Perform and support skilled maintenance work including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting, and operation of heavy equipment
Monitor and train staff on energy management systems; ensure compliance with maintenance standards, safety codes, and required trainings
Coordinate and oversee vendors and contractors to ensure quality work and adherence to policies and safety expectations
Manage purchasing activities and assist with property control of movable equipment while ensuring compliance with regulations
Collaborate on major repairs, construction projects, and capital planning; develop scopes of work and support facility improvement initiatives
Respond to emergencies on a 24/7 basis, prioritize maintenance needs, support inspections and audits, and maintain critical systems such as water and sewer infrastructure