Maintenance Technician
Job Description
Work for Indiana
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Salary Information:
This position will pay at $22.00 per hour.
About the Job:
The Maintenance Foreman is responsible for preventative maintenance and/or maintenance repair work in a state facility. This individual supervises a crew of maintenance workers following general instructions and standard practices of the trade.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
- Oversees and participates in alterations, repairs and general maintenance of state facilities.
- Prepares detailed estimates of new or repair projects.
- Arranges for acquisition and transport of materials and equipment to job site.
- Checks materials to determine if they meet specifications.
- Inspects maintenance projects to ensure repair work is being properly completed.
- Supervises and coordinates maintenance work crews in assigned work.
- Provides on-the-job training for unique or special jobs as needed.
- Ensures that all safety standards and precautions are followed by all subordinate workers.
- Maintains work order log, keeps time records of crew and submits time reports.
- Amends work plans as needed to efficiently complete projects.
- Writes procedural manuals as needed.
The job description 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.
What You'll Need for Success:
Thorough knowledge of standard practices, processes, materials and procedures and the ability to use tools and equipment of the various trades such as carpentry, plumbing and electrical.- Thorough knowledge of IOSHA regulations.
- Thorough knowledge of qualities and adaptabilities of various materials used in the repair of maintenance projects.
- Ability to plan, layout and estimate proposed projects in terms of equipment, man hours and costs.
- Ability to layout, assign, schedule and supervise the work of skilled maintenance workers.
- Effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
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 program (offers premium discount for the medical plan and gift cards);
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution;
- Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities;
- Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k 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;
- 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 recruit, select, develop, and promote employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.
