Mechanical Maint & Operations Techn I

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet • Columbia, KY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice seeks a Mechanical Maintenance and Operations Technician I to perform maintenance and operations work on equipment in a DJJ facility. The position is highly responsible and requires employees to perform their duties to the best of their ability, act responsibly, demonstrate leadership qualities, and treat staff, youth, and others with respect. It is demanding and requires maturity, reliability, and self-discipline. Career growth and advancement are encouraged through training and mentoring opportunities.

The role installs, repairs, and maintains HVAC, refrigeration, ventilation, electrical, plumbing, sewerage, and associated systems and equipment. It also includes inspecting and testing mechanical equipment, keeping basic work records, and providing technical assistance. Emergency repairs may be required at any time, including twenty-four hours a day.

Requirements

• Two years of experience in maintenance or repair of HVAC, refrigeration, ventilation, or electrical systems.
• Formal training in one of the listed or related fields may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• No education is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and operations duties on equipment in a Department of Juvenile Justice facility.
• Install, repair, and maintain air conditioning, heating, refrigeration, ventilation, electrical systems, and associated equipment.
• Repair and maintain electrical, plumbing, and sewerage operations.
• Keep basic records of work activities and provide technical assistance.
• Inspect equipment and check that it performs according to specifications.
• Perform checks and tests on mechanical equipment.
• Respond to emergency repairs when required, potentially at any time of day.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed