Location: Monroe,LA, USA
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Inspects and identifies areas, equipment, or machines in need of repair.Troubleshoots issues to determine necessary repairs.Plans repair work using the building's blueprints or equipment manual as needed.Performs general repairs that do not require a specialized technician. Examples may include repairing drywall, painting, and repairing doors and other building fixtures.Performs routine maintenance on building systems.Cleans and assists with upkeep of the facilities.Ensures prompt and appropriate assistance to inmates in the event of injury, illness, and emotional trauma.Orders supplies and materials needed for repairs and maintenance.Performs other related duties as assigned.Required Knowledge Skills/Abilities: Ability to follow instructions from supervisors or senior maintenance workers.Knowledge of general carpentry and repair.Ability to use hand tools and power tools.Excellent organizational and time management skills.Ability to work after hours, over weekends and on public holidays with short or no notice.Education and Experience:High school diploma or equivalent required.Experience in correctional setting is highly desirable.On-the-job training offered.Valid driver's licenseHeating/Air Conditioning experience preferred.Physical Requirements:Prolonged periods of standing and walking.Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, or crawl into awkward spaces.Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.Frequent grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, and twisting.#AOJEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)