Laborer

Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana. About Richmond State Hospital: Richmond State Hospital is about the people we serve and the community relationships we have developed, dating back to 1890. Richmond State Hospital is a public behavioral health facility operated by the state of Indiana and one of six state psychiatric hospitals within the Family and Social Services Administration Division of Mental Health and Addiction. As part of a newly integrated system of state psychiatric hospitals, we serve consumers across the state as the Eastern Center of Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Services. Nestled in northwestern Richmond, our beautiful campus provides a quiet and peaceful environment. We provide psychiatric and co-occurring treatment to all adults regardless of race, religion, sex, gender identification, age, handicap, national origin, and ability to pay for services. We are proud of our heritage and committed to continuing our tradition of service. Richmond State Hospital offers individual psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, chaplain services, family therapy and education, group psych-education, rehabilitation therapies, and patient employment opportunities. Unit-based programming is augmented with campus-wide specialty groups. RSH has been a state leader in evidenced-based medication prescribing to both reduce the risks associated with polypharmacy and optimize clinical outcomes. The hospital clinical and medical leadership collaborate with the unit treatment teams to provide the most contemporary and comprehensive care possible. Salary: The salary for this position traditionally starts at $31,668.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package. A Day in the Life: The essential functions of this role are as follows: * Serve as a general maintenance person to inspect and maintain all facilities, grounds, and equipment. * Perform routine carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs. * Ensure all employees are properly trained to operate equipment and are properly educated to follow established safety policies and procedures. * Direct, assist, and support recreational special events as needed. * Assist with purchasing and inventory of incoming supplies, materials, and repair parts. * Responsible for major and minor equipment, vehicle, and vessel repairs. * Maintain grounds which may include mowing, weeding, aerating, spraying, fertilizing, and tree trimming or removal. * Responsible for maintaining all roads such as painting, snow plowing, sanding, and salting, repaving, or repairing. * Responsible for providing public safety on property, provide assistance in an emergency, or aid in rescue of accident victims. * Assist law enforcement with investigation of illegal activities on properties. * May assist and perform wildlife resource management * Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position. The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. What You'll Need for Success: Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following: * Be willing to travel with reasonable accommodation. * Working knowledge of, and ability to apply, general maintenance practices. * Working knowledge of an ability to use skills in electrical, plumbing, and carpentry. * Ability to a wide array of hand and power tools. * Ability to determine malfunctions of electrical and mechanical equipment and make simple repairs. * Ability to operate a variety of vehicles, vessels, and large equipment. * Ability to do basic math and bookkeeping for use in property operations. A degree is not required. However, a High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) and experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered. Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs. Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana: The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes: * Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans * Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards * Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution * Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match * Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options * A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: * 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers * Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave * Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off * 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years * Education Reimbursement Program * Group life insurance * Referral Bonus program * Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits * Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program * Free Parking for most positions * Free LinkedIn Learning access Equal Employment Opportunity: The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at View email address on click.appcast.io. Current Employee? Click here to apply.