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Maintenance Mechanic 10

State of Michigan

Corrections - G. Robert Cotton Correctional Facility

Fresh

Location

Michigan, 48909

Salary

$26.83 - $36.62

per hour

Closes

January 22, 2026More State jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This job involves hands-on maintenance and repair of mechanical systems like heating, ventilation, and food preparation equipment in a state prison facility, while also supervising prisoner workers and ensuring all work meets safety codes.

The role includes ordering supplies, completing work orders, maintaining grounds, and handling assigned projects.

It's a good fit for someone with practical experience in mechanical or electrical trades who is reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a secure correctional environment.

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • For Maintenance Mechanic 10 level: Four years of experience assisting in mechanical or electrical trades, including two years at an equivalent to Maintenance Mechanic 8
  • Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mechanical equipment using blueprints and service manuals
  • Supervisory skills to oversee prisoner workers
  • Knowledge of state and local building codes for compliance
  • Possess or ability to obtain a commercial driver's license if required
  • No felony convictions; must complete any sentence including parole or probation

Full Job Description

This position requires performing and supervising prisoner workers in the maintenance of all mechanical repairs at the G. Robert Cotton Correctional Facility, including the diagnosing, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of food preparation, heating, and ventilation equipment, and other job-related duties using blueprints and service manuals. Orders materials and assures all work complies with all state and local codes. Also completes other assigned work orders, preventive maintenance work orders, maintaining the grounds, and any projects assigned by the supervisor. This is a hands-on position, and this person is expected to have the ability to perform duties as assigned.




The Michigan Department of Corrections is proud to be a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran Friendly Employer.

MDOC is proud to employ nearly 1,500 veterans and actively serving military members across the department.

The Department has many benefits and services available to support our military and veteran employees, spouses, and families. Learn more about what makes MDOC a Gold-Level Veteran Friendly Employer

Link: Military and Veterans (michigan.gov)


Requirements

Education

Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.

Experience

Maintenance Mechanic 7

No specific type or amount is required.

Maintenance Mechanic 8

Two years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical or electrical trades. 

Maintenance Mechanic E9 

Four years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical or electrical trades, including two years equivalent to a Maintenance Mechanic 8.


Qualifications

Maintenance Mechanic 8 - 10

Completion of a recognized program in vocational training for the mechanical or electrical trades may be substituted for two years of experience assisting skilled trades workers.


Additional Information

Some positions in this job series may be assigned duties that require the application of pesticides, which may require certification or registration as a pesticide applicator in compliance with the Pesticide Control Act of 1976.

Some positions in this job series are assigned job duties that may require possession of the commercial driver's license issued by the Secretary of State as required by Public Act 346 of 1988 to operate a designated state vehicle.

View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/M/MaintenanceMechanic.pdf

Position Description

The Department of Corrections may screen out job applicants who have been convicted of a felony in accordance with Public Act 191 of 2017.

Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony are ineligible for employment with the Department of Corrections until satisfactory completion of any sentence imposed, including parole or probation.

**** REQUIRED INFORMATION: Employment in the state classified service demands a high degree of loyalty and imposes high ethical standards on employees to ensure the integrity of state government and maintain effective services.

All employees must meet these ethical standards, and all appointing authorities are obligated to enforce these ethical standards.

As part of this effort all employees are required to report any possible conflict of interest, please review the information and be prepared to respond to questions related to the information in your application.

Ethical Standards and Conduct (Note: you do not need to fill out the form). READ CAREFULLY -- TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION WE ARE ASKING YOU TO DO THE FOLLOWING:

  1. Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
  2. Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
  3. If applicable/You would like credit for your education, attach a copy of an official transcript(s).
  4. Your education listed cannot be used to credential review you for a position unless a copy of an OFFICIAL transcript confirming your education is attached to your electronic application.

    We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts.

    Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.

  5. You must provide at least three professional references and their contact information to include phone number, address, email address and fax number.
  6. Current MDOC employees must include their current supervisor as one of three professional references.


Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the department/agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.


New hires to the MDOC along with previous MDOC employees that are returning after being away from the department for more than two years will complete Non-Custody New Employee Training (NCNET) with either 40 hours or 80 hours of initial in-person training based on their level of offender contact and job classification.

All new employees will complete additional online training to successfully complete their Non-Custody New Employee Training. PLEASE NOTE: Overnight travel may be required for NCNET.


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Posted on NEOGOV: 1/13/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/14/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-michigan-5197325