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*RE-POST* CORRECTIONAL MAINTENANCE OFFICER I Maintenance Mechanic

Recruitment #16-004052-0001

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Introduction

REPOST

Candidates that applied for the previous recruitment (closed on 7/14/16) do not need to re-apply (your application is still valid).  If you applied or interviewed prior to this bulletin and remain interested in being considered for the position, please send an e-mail to sharon.grant@maryland.gov

 

This is a position specific recruitment for the Department of Public Safety & Correctional Services (DPSCS). The resulting eligible list will be used to fill current and future vacancies.

GRADE

13

LOCATION OF POSITION

Positions are located throughout the State of Maryland. Therefore, the resulting eligible list will be used to fill current and future vacancies.

When completing the application, please select all locations in which you are willing to work.

Main Purpose of Job

A Correctional Maintenance Officer I, Maintenance Mechanic is the entry level of work involving the custody, security and supervision of adult inmates in maintenance and repair work in a correctional environment. Employees in this classification do not have supervisory responsibility for other employees.

POSITION DUTIES

Learns how to maintain control and discipline among the inmate helpers by enforcing safety, sanitary, custody and security regulations.

Learns how to keep continual count of inmates assigned.

Learns how to perform searches of inmates for concealment of drugs, weapons, tools, equipment and other unauthorized items.

Learns how and when to prepare reports of infractions.

Learns how to subdue and restrain inmates during fights, riots and escape attempts.

Attends required Correctional Officer training courses.

Assigns maintenance or repair tasks to designated inmates in the optioned trades such as electricity, plumbing, carpentry, metal work, plastering, painting, masonry, motor vehicle mechanics, stationary engineering and grounds supervision.

Instructs inmates in the proper methods and techniques for using and caring for tools, machinery and equipment.

Trains inmates in the performance of their assigned tasks.

Inspects all work performed by assigned inmates for adherence to trade standards and applicable codes.

Operates manual, electrical or electronic tools and equipment.

Learns how to develop job contract cost estimates and the amount of man-hours, materials and supplies needed for repairs on specific projects.

Learns how to maintain records of materials and supplies used.

Learns how to develop and maintain equipment history cards and files.

Performs other related duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School diploma or G.E.D. certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Correctional Training Commission regulation.

 

Experience: Two years of experience in the area of general building maintenance, construction or mechanical labor. 

 

 

Notes: 

 

1. The above educational requirement is set by the Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209. 

 

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience in correctional institutional specialty codes in the criminal justice field of work at a rate of two years of military experience for the required experience. 

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Specialized experience in the following trades:

Plumbing

Painting

Masonry-Plastering

Carpentry

Electrical

Metal Maintenance

Refrigeration

Sheet Metal

Steam Fitting

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland prior to permanent appointment. Some positions in this classification may require the operation of a motor vehicle for the transportation of inmates or supplies. Employees assigned such duties will be required to acquire the appropriate Maryland driver's license.

2. Employees who have not already done so must complete and successfully pass the Entrance Level Correctional Training Course required for the Maryland Correctional Training Commission certificate during the probationary period.

3. Employees classified in the Refrigeration Mechanic option may be assigned duties which require the disposing or servicing of air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess technician certification from an approved Environmental Protection Agency certifying organization as required by Section 608 of the Clean Air Act.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Selection standards for correctional officer certification are established by the Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209 of the Annotated Code. These selection criteria are listed in detail in the Code of Maryland Regulations Title 12, Subtitle 10, Chapter 01 and include the following:

U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status
Must be at least 21 years of age
A completed background investigation
Oral interview
Physical examination.

2. Employees are subject to call-in 24 hours a day and, therefore, must provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.

3. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

All persons who meet the minimum will be approved on the certification list and will be placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after the above closing date.  

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS

The incumbent in this position is a member of a covered bargaining unit and will be required to pay a bi-weekly service fee to the exclusive representative of the bargaining unit.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

To submit your qualifying documents; the preferred method is to upload them using the "other" tab on the online application. However, if you’re unable to upload your documents, please fax requested information only to 410-585-0570 (providing a cover sheet with your contact information, recruitment name, recruitment number and the number of pages faxed).  Information submitted after the closing date of this announcement, will not be considered. 

 

Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application.

Online applications are STRONGLY recommended; if you do not have internet access, please mail your application by the closing date to:

HRSD-Recruitment & Examination

ATTN: S. Grant      

6776 Reisterstown Road, Suite 309

Baltimore, MD 21215

For more information, please call 410-585-3406

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.




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