Maintenance Mechanic 7-E9 - MCTI

Job Description

At the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, we are passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful to all our employees and the public we serve. Our department provides the connections, expertise and innovative solutions to drive continued business growth, build vibrant communities, create affordable housing, generate tourism and attract and retain key talent to fill Michigan's vast pipeline of opportunities. Learn more at

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for installing, maintaining, inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing machinery, equipment, and facility systems to ensure safe and efficient operations in a 24/7 residential training facility. This role performs both preventive and corrective maintenance and helps identify long-term reliability improvements. This position is also responsible for grounds maintenance, painting, repair of furniture and building fixtures. Employee may be called in after hours for maintenance emergencies and/or snow removal.

This position is in-person and onsite. This position does not have the potential for the chosen candidate to apply for a flexible/hybrid schedule.

Required Education and Experience

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.

Alternate Education and Experience

Maintenance Mechanic 8 - E9: 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 Requirements and Information

To be considered for this position you must:

1. Attach a cover letter describing what strengths and work experience you bring to this position.
2. Attach a copy of your detailed resume. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
3. Optional - Attach a copy of your OFFICIAL college/university transcript(s).

Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further. For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal. A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, if it contains the elements listed above. The college/university does not have to send the transcript directly to us. For more information regarding official transcripts, click here.

Applicants who possess a degree from a foreign college or university must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents unless the degree has been recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Go to evaluators for a list of accepted organizations that evaluate foreign credentials. Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process. All classified employees are subject to Civil Service Rule 2-8 Ethical Standards and Conduct and will be expected to disclose any personal and financial interests that may conflict with official duties as a classified employee. All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to their actual appointment. Certain positions within the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity may also require state criminal, fingerprint-based and driving record background checks. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the background checks and drug test indicate eligibility for employment. Upon appointment, all work must be performed in Michigan. The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. The department reserves the right to close this posting at any time if it is determined that a sufficient number of applications have been received. 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 results. Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV. If you have questions or need assistance uploading and/or attaching your documents, please contact the NEOGOV applicant support at View phone number on click.appcast.io. For information about this specific position, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. Please reference the job posting number in subject line.