MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services, including facility development, management services, evidence-based rehabilitation, and post-release reintegration and supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and machinery for preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance.
• Survey assigned jobs and ensure sufficient and proper materials and tools are on hand.
• Direct and inspect the work of detainee maintenance staff, providing technical assistance.
• Perform carpentry to repair or replace doors, windows, walls, flooring, roofing, etc.
• Carry out repairs for plumbing, heating, and air conditioning, including furnaces, ductwork, air conditioners, piping, instrument controls, washbasins, and toilet facilities.
• Perform electrical work, such as repairing and replacing fluorescent fixtures and control switches, as well as disconnecting wiring.
• Execute minor construction work, such as building storage bins, stockroom shelves, counters, and workbenches using precision hand and power tools.
• Complete mechanical work involving repair and maintenance of facility machinery, motors, and vehicles.
• Assist in maintaining the security of assigned detainees.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two (2) years general maintenance and/or related construction trade experience.
• Valid, active driver's license.
• Knowledge of equipment necessary for making proper repairs.
• Able to perform general plumbing, carpentry, mechanical, and electrical repairs.
• Effectively communicate with residents and staff; react quickly and appropriately in an emergency situation.
• Must be a United States citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident.
• Must have resided within the United States or its territories for the last five (5) years.
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age or older.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently: lift, carry, push, or pull up to 60 lbs. or more; bend, stoop, work with machinery, climb, walk, stand, work in extreme temperatures.
• Occasionally: reach above shoulder level, drive automatic equipment vehicles, sit.

Benefits

• Vacation Time:
  • 80 Hours – One (1) year but less than five (5) years
  • 120 Hours – Five (5) years but less than ten (10) years
  • 160 Hours – Ten (10) years but less than fifteen (15) years
  • 200 Hours – Fifteen (15) years and above
• Sick Time: Earn one (1) hour for every thirty (30) hours worked.
• Eleven (11) Paid Holidays
• 401(k) + 401(k) Matching
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Employee Discounts
• Dental Insurance
• Jury Duty
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Training
• Farmers Auto Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Legal Shield services
• Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Bereavement Leave
• Norton LifeLock benefits
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance