Location: Oneida,NY, USA
Position Summary
This position is responsible for inspection and analysis of equipment, diagnosing malfunctions, and the maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment and systems.
This includes systems such as: electrical, heating, ventilation, refrigeration, plumbing, locks and security doors, fire control, and fuel storage and delivery.
This position is also responsible maintenance on vehicles, motors, kitchen appliances, motorized equipment, and for the operation of electrical and mechanical equipment such as welding torches, lifts, and generators.
This position also operates groundskeeping equipment such as plow trucks, snow blowers, and mowers.
This position uses blue prints and schematics and makes repairs to the facility's structure and fixtures.
This position provides supervision and training of inmates in mechanical maintenance and repair work assignments and maintains security in the work environment. This position keeps maintenance records and researches needed parts and equipment for repairs or improvements and submits selections for purchase.
Salary Information
This position is in pay schedule and range 03-13 with a starting pay of $25.57/hour. Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. A probationary period is required.
In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:
* Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
* Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
* An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.
* An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
* The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
* Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
* DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
* Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website.
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Job Details
This position is not eligible for remote work. Anticipated schedule will be day-time hours Monday - Friday. Specifics can be discussed at time of interview. This position is FLSA Non-Exempt. This position is not anticipated to travel regularly.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.
The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.
The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.
For more in-depth information on employment with the State of Wisconsin, please see the State Employee Handbook.
Qualifications
Minimally qualified applicants will have:
Experience or training in construction or repair of structures (such as using wood, steel, or other metals to make structural repairs to buildings or experience making repairs to building fixtures and furniture, etc.)
Experience or training in general maintenance and repairs (in areas such as: plumbing, HVAC, electrical work, vehicles, motors, kitchen appliances, motorized equipment, welding, lifts, and generators, etc.)
Experience operating powered grounds maintenance equipment (such as plow trucks, snow blowers, lawn mowers, slid steers, lifts, utility vehicles etc.)
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
For some positions, applicants must possess a valid driver's license and may be required to meet State of Wisconsin fleet requirements. Employees in those positions will be required to maintain a valid driver's license and eligibility to drive a fleet vehicle.
This position requires the physical ability to perform manual labor, to climb, bend, crawl and lift and will sometimes work in cold, hot, or dusty environments.
How To Apply
To apply, click on Apply for Job to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.
Your resume and letter of qualifications should detail your training and experience specifically related to the qualifications section listed in the job posting and are limited to a maximum of 2 pages each.
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Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.
The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. Qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability should send their cover letter, resume, DD-214, and documentation of their service-connected disability rating (dated within 12-months) to the HR Specialist below. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.
Questions can be directed to Athena Foster, HR Specialist - Senior, at ...@wisconsin.gov.
Deadline to Apply
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the needs of the department are met. This posting will be up until: Wednesday November 13th, 2024. At that time, we anticipate creating a new job opening to continue recruiting for this classification, and individuals will need to reapply to be considered. Applications are processed every week, usually on Thursdays. After your application is processed, you will receive an eligibility designation. The register created from this announcement will be used to fill vacancies, statewide, as they occur for up to 6 months.
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