MAINT TECH I - Detention SHERIFF'S OFFICE (3)

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Job Description:
Work with minimal supervision and is responsible for the cleaning & maintenance of two detention facilities, performing a variety of duties associated with the complex maintenance requirements of a detention facility and grounds.


Essential Function:
The following duty statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or marginal duties that may be required. In addition, the Sheriff's Office reserves the right to change the duties and essential functions of this job at any time.
Operates and repairs equipment to include those used for ground maintenance.
Maintains detention facility security equipment, including video monitoring equipment, switching equipment, electronic doors, lock system and equipment, communications system, electrical outlets, and electronic control panels.
Performs maintenance and repair on detention kitchen, laundry, landscaping, and housekeeping equipment.
Assists in washing and drying linen.
Performs daily cleaning around both facilities (sweeping, mopping, cleaning windows, etc.)
Fabricates parts from various materials to meet the needs of the detention facility.
Performs shop work, including repair of furniture, vacuums, pressure washer, carpet cleaner.
Works with external contractors, and with County maintenance, in ensuring that facility maintenance needs are met.
Is available and willing to be on call every other week after hours.
Interacts effectively with others.
Is safety conscience and a responsible person.
Perform all other duties as assigned.


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of commonly used hand and power tools.
Knowledge of plumbing and plumbing principles.
Knowledge of electrical and computer principles.
Knowledge of maintenance and repairs of commercial kitchen and laundry equipment.
Skilled in the use of commonly used equipment and tools related to metal fabrication (i.e., welder, lathe, band saw, torch, drill press, etc.).
Skilled in troubleshooting.
Skilled in multi-tasking and prioritizing daily projects.
Ability to operate and repair basic landscaping, and facility cleaning equipment. (i.e., floor buffers, floor scrubbers, vacuums, mowers, etc.)
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to perform physical tasks assigned to this position.
Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written English.
Ability to apply sound reasoning and decision-making.
Ability to interact in a professional manner with all staff, inmates, and the public.
Ability to get along well with others.


Physical Requirements:
This work requires the frequent exertion of up to 10 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force; work regularly requires walking, using hands to finger, handle or feel, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and reaching with hands and arms, frequently requires standing, climbing or balancing, pushing or pulling, lifting and repetitive motions and occasionally requires sitting, speaking or hearing and tasting or smelling; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts within arm's length, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work regularly requires working near moving mechanical parts and exposure to outdoor weather conditions and occasionally requires working in high, precarious places, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to the risk of electrical shock, wearing a self-contained breathing apparatus and exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).


Education & Experience:
High School Graduate or GED Equivalent. Experience preferred.


CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES:
None required but all professional & trade licenses preferred.


SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Valid driver's license and insurable driver's record

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$20.54/hr. **Compensation will be based on experience**

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Full-Time

Job Type

SHERIFF'S OFFICE

Job Category

03/10/2026

Posted

04/30/2026

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