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Maintenance Mechanic 8-10
State of Michigan
Corrections - Gus Harrison Correctional Facility
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
$22.06 - $36.62
per hour
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves hands-on repair and maintenance of buildings, equipment, and grounds at a state prison, including supervising inmate workers on tasks like fixing mechanical and electrical systems, concrete work, and construction projects.
It requires following safety codes and handling work orders to keep the facility running smoothly.
A good fit would be someone with practical experience in trades like plumbing or wiring, who is reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a secure environment with occasional drug testing.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent education
- For MM 8: Two years assisting in mechanical or electrical trades
- For MM E9: Four years total experience, including two years at MM 8 level
- For MM 10: Five years total experience, including one year at MM E9 level
- Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, electronic, and security equipment
- Supervisory skills for overseeing prisoner workers and lower-level staff (especially at MM 10)
- Knowledge of blueprints, service manuals, state/local codes, and preventive maintenance
Full Job Description
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 here.
This position requires performing and supervising prisoner workers in the maintenance of all repairs at Gus Harrison Correctional Facility, including the diagnosing, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, electronic and security equipment at the facility, Concrete work, building construction, steel fabrication, and other job related duties using blue prints and service manuals. Orders materials, completes records and reports 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 position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
Position Code Title - Maintenance Mechanic-E
Maintenance Mechanic 8
This is the intermediate level. The employee, under close supervision, works in a developing capacity with increased responsibility for performing a wide range of maintenance mechanic assignments.
Maintenance Mechanic E9
This is the experienced level. The employee performs a full range of maintenance mechanic assignments using independent judgment to make decisions requiring the application of procedures and practices to specific work situations.
Position Code Title - Maintenance Mechanic-A
Maintenance Mechanic 10
This is the advanced level. The employee serves as a crew leader and oversees the work of lower-level Maintenance Mechanics, Trades Helpers, and/or prisoners.
https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/PD Maintenance Mechanic.doc
https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/PD Maintenance Mechanic 7-9.pdf
Requirements
Education
Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.
Experience
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.
Maintenance Mechanic 10
Five years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical or electrical trades, including one year equivalent to a Maintenance Mechanic E9.
Qualifications
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
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:
- 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.
- Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
- If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s).
- You must provide at least three professional references and their contact information to include phone number, and email address.
- Current MDOC employees must include their current supervisor as one of three professional references.
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.
Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered.
Submission of an 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) 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.
This is a drug and alcohol test designated position.
If you have questions or need assistance uploading and/or attaching your documents, please call NEOGOV applicant support at: 855-524-5627 or email MCSC-NEOGOV@michigan.gov
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