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Core Civic

Maintenance Worker

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A Maintenance Helper or Assistant assists maintenance mechanics. Repairs and maintains equipment and machines, such as cars or heating systems. May assemble or adjust machines as directed by a head mechanic.

$37,223 / year median in Oklahoma

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

$23.10 per hour At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. We are currently seeking a Maintenance Worker who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting. Come join a team that is dedicated to making an impact for the people and communities we serve. The Maintenance Worker installs, maintains and repairs the facility's building structures and systems, including plumbing, electrical wiring and fixtures, machinery, equipment, electronics, vehicles and grounds. Maintain/repair physical structure of facility in keeping with safe/secure operations of the facility. Inspect, diagnose, and repair machines and equipment. Install/repair electrical apparatus such as wiring or electronic components of machinery/equipment. Perform preventative maintenance on equipment according to the preventative maintenance plan. Provide proper supervision and tracking of inmates/residents assigned to Maintenance Department.
Qualifications:
High School diploma, GED certification or equivalent is required. Two years of experience in general maintenance or construction is required. Additional equivalent technical/trade school courses in a maintenance or construction related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. Knowledge of building construction and the operation of building systems is preferred. A valid driver's license is required.
Minimum age requirement:
Must be at least 20 years of age. CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.