CORRECTIONS MAINTENANCE WORKER

Corrections Maintenance WorkerWe continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome.Position Overview: The Corrections Maintenance Worker position performs maintenance work in the repairs of institution buildings, equipment, and machinery at IYC Harrisburg. The ideal candidate would not only possess these skills, but also be motivated to instruct youth that have been committed to the Department of Juvenile Justice in the performance of semi-skilled maintenance tasks, and transfer their skills to youth that have a desire to learn. This position is part of the team of Maintenance staff that work to maintain the buildings and grounds at IYC Harrisburg. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply!Essential Functions: Under general supervision, performs maintenance work below the journeyman level in the repair of institutional buildings, machinery, and equipment. Assigns maintenance or repair tasks to youth performing maintenance repairs. Communicates with Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, and Stationary Engineer- Assistant Chief in regard to the needs of the institution. Maintains inventory and accounts for all tools and equipment belonging to the institution. Troubleshoots and resolves minor semi-skilled electrical and plumbing issues or assigns others to do so when absent. Provides supervision in the operation of a small maintenance or repair shop within the institution. Coordinates vehicle repair and maintenance as per Administrative Directive. Cleans and services grease traps bi-weekly. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.Minimum Qualifications: Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years high school. Requires one (1) year of experience in the maintenance and repair of buildings and grounds.About the Agency: The mission of the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) is to build youth skills and strengthen families by promoting community safety and positive youth outcomes. Over 900 staff members from across various departments—security, programming, education, mental health, and more—collaborate with the understanding that youth are physically, emotionally, and cognitively different from adults. The department provides extensive services to young people through a developmental, treatment-focused model of care that builds youth resiliency, engages families, and promotes community safety at the five youth facilities it operates across the state. IDJJ serves and houses approximately 150 youth and is responsible for approximately 500 youth on Aftercare in various Illinois' communities.Benefits: The Department of Juvenile Justice offers an excellent benefits package including: Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance Pension Plan Paid parental leave Pre-tax benefits programs including but not limited to: Deferred Compensation, Medical, Daycare, etc. Employees earn twelve (12) paid Sick Days annually New Employees earn ten (10) paid Vacation Days in their first year of service and can earn up to twenty-five (25) paid Vacation Days annually (based on years of service) Employees earn three (3) paid Personal Days annually (pro-rated based on start date) Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date) Flexible work schedules in many program areas (remote work may be an option for certain positions)Work Hours: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm -- Sat-Sun - OffHeadquarter Location: 1201 W Poplar St, Harrisburg, Illinois, 62946Work County: SalineAgency Contact: IDJJ Human Resources Email: View email address on click.appcast.io