PRISON MAINTENANCE WORKER
About The Position
The Maintenance Worker is responsible for ensuring the upkeep and functionality of facilities and equipment. The Maintenance Worker performs a variety of tasks, including repairing electrical, plumbing, and structural systems, conducting routine inspections, and addressing maintenance needs to prevent breakdowns. Additionally, they may oversee the inventory and use of tools and supplies to ensure a safe and efficient environment and reports to the Deputy Warden of Operations. This is a union position. Never worked in a prison before? We’ve got you covered. At Dauphin County Prison, we offer education and on-the-job training to ensure you are successful. This includes a 2-week post-employment orientation, including instruction by staff and peers.
Requirements
- Graduation from high school or an accredited equivalency program, plus one year of experience in trade or maintenance work.
- Must be at least 18 years of age by the date of hire.
- A favorable criminal background check, child abuse and FBI clearances are required.
- Following hire, successful completion and maintenance of accreditation/certification in First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, use of automatic external defibrillator (AED), and satisfactory completion of Basic Training at the PA Department of Corrections Academy or its equivalent is required.
Responsibilities
- Maintaining and repairing electrical devices, fixtures, alarm systems, and security systems within the Prison and on the premises.
- Maintaining and repairing plumbing fixtures and connections
- Performing minor structural repairs to buildings and barriers
- Supervising the use, maintenance, and repair of the laundry plant.
- Overseeing the inventory and distribution of maintenance supplies
- Supervising prison inmates in the performance of authorized tasks.
- Assisting in surveying and reporting on the condition of the plant and premises
- Managing the inventory, classification, storage, and requisition of tools and implements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
