Maintenance Foreman

Two years of the required experience for the following minimum qualifications must have been on-the-job experience:

Four years of experience or training in the building construction trades building maintenance maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment or as a parks building and grounds attendant; OR

Completion of a two-year vocational technical program in general building construction construction technology or engineering plus two years of experience in the building construction trades building maintenance maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment or as a parks building and grounds attendant; OR

Twelve semester hours in construction management construction technology or engineering or any combination of these courses plus two years of experience in the building construction trades building maintenance maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment or as a parks building and grounds attendant.

The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.

Job Duties:

• Supervise maintenance staff and assign daily work orders and repair tasks

• Oversee repairs and upkeep of facility systems including HVAC plumbing electrical carpentry and grounds

• Conduct inspections and ensure compliance with safety codes and agency standards

• Maintain inventory of tools equipment and supplies; coordinate procurement as needed

• Train and mentor maintenance personnel in proper techniques and safety procedures

• Respond to emergency repair needs and prioritize tasks based on operational urgency

• Maintain accurate records of work performed materials used and time spent

• Collaborate with facility leadership to plan preventive maintenance and capital improvements

Position-Specific Details:

The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy click on the Apply link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

In the supplemental questions section applicants must authorize the HR Office of Juvenile Justice to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) to be considered for employment.

If you are contacted for an interview please let us know atthat time ifyou will need special accommodations.

NOTE: Prior to an appointment the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test possess a valid Louisiana Drivers License and clear a background check.

This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.