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To make Arizona's communities safer by delivering effective rehabilitative services to the young people entrusted to our care.

To provide the young people in our care with evidence-based rehabilitative services that enhance their well being and equip them with the skills and resources they need to thrive as successful members of society.

Adobe Mountain School/Facility Maintenance

2800 W. Pinnacle Peak Road

Phoenix, Arizona 85027

https://adjc.az.gov/

The Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections (ADJC) is seeking Building Maintenance Specialist applicants who are passionate about their profession and who will be committed to making a difference in the lives of Arizona's underserved youth. This position is responsible for, but not limited to, training, mentoring and supervising the adjudicated youth work crews; installing and maintaining complex watering systems; well maintenance; well water treatment and testing; HVAC preventative maintenance/changing filters and belts; keeping grounds well-groomed and weed free; conducting tool/equipment repairs; maintaining tool accountability; maintaining records of materials used; ensuring completed projects meet specifications; and exercising good judgment when making decisions that impact the agency. ADJC wants you to come join our talented and diverse Maintenance Team. At ADJC you will have the ability to collaborate in a team oriented environment.

Performing electrical, plumbing, carpentry, welding, painting, masonry, custodial, HVAC and grounds keeping/landscaping maintenance tasks of ADJC buildings and grounds
Training, mentoring and supervising adjudicated youth work crews
Keeping grounds well-groomed, weed free and installing and maintaining complex watering systems
Performing periodic inspections and preventative maintenance of ADJC facilities and equipment
Conducting tool/equipment repairs, maintaining tool accountability and operating power tools and equipment
Following all safety rules and regulations
Maintaining records of materials used and ensuring completed projects meet specifications
Responding to emergency maintenance situations
Completing and attending all trainings and meetings are required/scheduled
Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge in:
Preventative maintenance; building repairs; remodeling; construction techniques
Hands-on training; employee mentoring; safety practices
Landscaping techniques
Custodial cleaning
Verifying work hours
Basic computer skills to include the Google Suites applications (Gmail, docs, sheets, presentations, etc.)
Skill in:
Common and specialized tools used in construction and grounds keeping
Following directions
Reading/Comprehending sketches, drawings and utility diagrams
Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, landscaping, carpentry and general building trades
Maintaining and securing tools, equipment, and materials
Scheduling and prioritizing work
Operation of grounds keeping equipment and power tools
Applying plant chemicals.
Ability to:
Communicate effectively with all levels of staff
Work in a prison environment
Make informed decisions
Work independently
Adapt to a changing environment
Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships
Multitask
Adhere to all agency policies and procedures
Meet goals and objectives

The preferred candidate will have:
Two (2) or more years of professional experience providing building maintenance, to include landscaping or grounds keeping. Certifications/training in carpentry, plumbing, heating/cooling, electrical, or grounds keeping preferred

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function on the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license records checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.010).
All newly hires State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify)
Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a comprehensive background investigation, behavioral assessment, drug test and pre-placement physical examination. No felony convictions.
Current State of Arizona employees: In order to be considered for this position, it requires acceptable performance history as demonstrated by not have been issued a letter of suspension or have been involuntarily demoted within one year preceding this job posting close date, and have an overall rating of "meets expectations" or higher on the most recent employee performance evaluation.

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
Affordable medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability plans
Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
Deferred Compensation Program
Wellness Plans

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

This position participates in the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP).
CORP Tier 3 is a Defined Contribution, 401 (a) retirement plan
New members have the opportunity to define their contribution amount
Employer contributes a dollar-for-dollar match equal to 5% of a member's salary
Employees are fully vested after 3 years of service
Attention current State of Arizona employees: Please contact our Human Resources Office at employment@azdjc.gov if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 364-1023. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.