Facilities Repair Worker Advanced

Position Summary

The Facilities Repair Worker-Advanced is responsible for facility maintenance which includes preventive maintenance and minor repair of equipment and building components (i.e. walls, flooring, ceilings, doors, windows, and furnishings) and general grounds maintenance (i.e. snow plowing, landscaping, and lawn care). The position provides supervision and training of inmates in mechanical maintenance and repair work assignments.

This position requires the ability to climb and work from ladders, scaffolding or hydraulic lifts. Also, the ability to work under unpleasant conditions such as dirty and dusty areas, extreme cold/heat and small or confined spaces. Moderate to heavy lifting will be required.

The Facilities Repair Worker-Advanced will be required to attend in-service and trainings and be available to respond to emergency call-ins when the need arises.

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule and range 03-12 with a starting pay of $21.10/hour. Pay on appointment for current state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the Compensations Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code. A twelve-month probationary period is required.

Job Details

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.

Qualifications

Minimally Qualified Applicants should have:

• Knowledge of Building construction/repair concepts/techniques

• Knowledge of Mechanical repair and maintenance principles

• Knowledge of Janitorial and cleaning techniques

• Knowledge of Grounds keeping and landscaping methods and procedures

• Ability to operate grounds maintenance equipment

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 or work experience should detail your training and experience specifically related to the qualifications section listed in the job posting.

Current State of Wisconsin employees: If you arrived at this posting through the Wisc.Jobs site, you will need to go to your Employee Self Services portal and apply through the "Careers" tile on the front page.

Questions can be directed to Adriana Sierra, Human Resources Specialist, at adriana.sierra@wisconsin.gov.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the needs of the department are met. We anticipate using this Job Opening Until: October 16, 2024 at which time we will continue recruiting with a new Job Opening.

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