Job Posting Title

Construction & Maintenance Technician

Agency

400 OFFICE OF JUVENILE AFFAIRS

Supervisory Organization

400 COJC Construction & Maintenance

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

Job Description

A Career with Purpose

The Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA) is searching for an experienced Construction/Maintenance Technician. This role will provide maintenance services to keep the facility buildings, grounds, and equipment in good repair. This role is for you if you have four or more years of experience in one or more of the building trades or a combination of education and experience.

Basic Purpose

Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities related to the construction, maintenance, repair or upkeep of buildings, grounds or other state property, requiring no license. This may include assisting in the construction or renovation of buildings, general maintenance and upkeep of plumbing, heating, air conditioning, electrical and other systems, minor repairs to machinery or other equipment, and general maintenance of grounds or lawns.

Key Responsibilities 

• Performs carpentry work in the construction or renovation of buildings or additions to existing structures; erects and maintains scaffolds, sheds, forms, frames, fences and other structures; alters and repairs doors, floors, partitions, stairways, windows, screens, and other fixtures; fits and glazes glass in windows and doors; maintains and repairs roofs.
• Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures such as sinks, traps, faucets; makes minor repairs to laundry equipment, sterilization equipment, kitchen equipment and other equipment using water, steam air, or other feed line and return or waste disposal lines.
• Maintains and repairs light fixtures, receptacles and switches; replaces light bulbs; maintains generators and motors; oils and cleans motors; troubleshoots and makes electrical repairs not requiring a license; maintains and makes minor repairs to various types of heating, refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment, such as components, pumps, fans, humidifiers, electric motors, and heat exchangers.
• Operates, maintains and repairs various types of equipment used in construction and maintenance of building and grounds, such as trucks, tractors, bulldozers, power shovels, cranes or semi-trailer tractors, forklifts, mowers and edgers.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of discretion, integrity and sensitivity to confidentiality and privacy.

Schedule & Compensation 

• Work Schedule: Varies

• Salary: $ 33,011.65

Minimum Qualifications 

• Level II: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of four years of experience in one or more of the building trades or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements 

• Must possess a valid Oklahoma driver’s license for operating state-owned vehicles.
• Must be able to pass OSBI and FBI background check.

Some agencies may have determined positions in this job family to be safety sensitive as defined by 63 O.S. § 427.8. Must be able to perform all job-related travel normally associated with the position.

Why You’ll Love It Here!

HOPE. COMPASSION. COMMITMENT. As a Hope-centered agency The Oklahoma Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA) strives to provide Oklahoma youth and families with the resources and support they need to reach their full potential. Our mission is to collaborate with youth, families, and community partners to create pathways for success through prevention and treatment for all Oklahoma Youth. Check out why we are passionate about juvenile affairs and believe it is the career for you!

Extensive Benefits: We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees.

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions.  

• Flexible Spending Accounts: Options for healthcare and dependent care expenses.  
• Retirement Savings Plan: With a generous company match to help secure your future.  

• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.

• Employee Assistance Program: Support when you need it.  

• Longevity Bonuses: For years of dedicated service.  

• Training Opportunities: Continuous learning and development for CEU requirements.  

About Us: Our vision is that all Oklahoma youth and families have the resources and supports they need to reach their full potential. We collaborate with youth, families, and community partners to create pathways for success through prevention and treatment for all Oklahoma youth.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and help change the lives of Oklahoma’s most at-risk youth!

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

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