Correctional Building Custodian - Maine State Prison

Correctional Building Custodian – Maine State Prison

040003506

Code: 1023

Pay Grade: 11 $32,448.00 to $43,825.60 (includes $0.60/hour Institutional Stipend)

Open: November 14, 2024

Close: December 3, 2024

CURRENT VACANCY INFORMATION
The Department of Corrections is accepting applications for a Correctional Building Custodian at the Maine State Prison, Warren, ME. This position is open to all Department of Corrections employees as well as outside applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is maintenance and personal service work involving the custodial care and maintenance of correctional institutional buildings and premises. Responsibilities include the care and operation for heating systems and may involve the supervision of a limited number of helpers. Work is performed under general supervision.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE JOB SUCCESSFULLY:

• Knowledge of the maintenance and minor repair of plumbing, heating, and electrical systems and fixtures.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in janitorial work.
• Knowledge of the precautions necessary to safeguard property and equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform a variety of manual tasks in the care, cleaning, and maintenance of buildings and equipment.
• Ability to assign and supervise work of skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled laborers and residents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience and training which demonstrates a basic knowledge of building and grounds maintenance and repair.

BENEFITS:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 13.78% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive four weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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