Maintenance Worker (PRN)

Core Civic • LUMPKIN, GA

10d

About The Position

CoreCivic is seeking a Maintenance Worker on an as-needed (PRN) basis to help provide high-quality care in an institutional, secure setting. The role installs, maintains, and repairs facility building structures and systems, including plumbing, electrical wiring and fixtures, machinery, equipment, electronics, vehicles, and grounds. The worker also helps maintain safe and secure facility operations and supervises and tracks inmates/residents assigned to the Maintenance Department.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED certification, or equivalent.
• Two years of experience in general maintenance or construction; equivalent maintenance- or construction-related technical/trade school courses may substitute year for year.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of building construction and the operation of building systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair the facility’s physical structure in keeping with safe and secure facility operations.
• Inspect and listen to machines and equipment to diagnose malfunctions; dismantle defective or malfunctioning equipment, install new or repaired parts, and test operation after repairs.
• Install and repair electrical apparatus, including wiring and electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance according to the maintenance plan or as directed by a supervisor; clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other machinery.
• Properly supervise and track inmates/residents assigned to the Maintenance Department.
• Escort inmates/residents or coordinate their movement to and from different areas.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED