Louisiana
Office of Juvenile Justice – Swanson Center for Youth – Monroe, Louisiana 71202
https://ojj.la.gov/location/swanson-center-for-youth-monroe
The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is committed to protecting the public by providing safe and effective individualized services to youth, who will become productive, law‑abiding citizens. We are seeking a skilled and dependable Maintenance Repairer 2 to perform a variety of semi‑skilled maintenance and repair tasks at one of its secure care facilities or administrative offices. This position plays a vital role in maintaining safe, functional, and well‑kept environments for youth and staff.
Two 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;
Completion of a two‑year vocational technical program in general building construction, construction technology, or engineering;
Twelve semester hours in construction management, construction technology, or engineering, or any combination of these courses.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties
Maintenance Duties
Perform general repairs to buildings, facilities, appliances, and equipment.
Carry out automotive, electrical, carpentry, and limited appliance repair work independently or with staff support.
Inspect equipment to identify costly repair needs and assist with welding, blueprint reading, and field repair techniques.
Operate heavy‑duty vehicles and specialized equipment essential to facility operations.
Replace parts, make adjustments, and ensure functionality of campus systems.
Grounds & Janitorial Service
Maintain campus grounds, including lawn care and use of chemical products.
Perform custodial tasks to ensure cleanliness and safety of facilities.
Interact with the public occasionally while performing duties.
Complete additional assignments as directed by supervisory staff.
Position‑Specific Details Appointment Type : Part time
Work Location : This vacancy is located at Swanson Center for Youth in Monroe, Louisiana.
Career Progression : This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.
The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1(c).
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 the position 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. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
In the supplemental questions section, applicants must authorise 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 at that time if you will need special accommodations.
NOTE: Prior to an appointment, the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test, possess a valid Louisiana Driver’s License, and clear a background check.
This agency participates in the E‑Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.
Contact Garilyn London OJJ/ Human Resources Garilyn.London@la.gov
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The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is committed to protecting the public by providing safe and effective individualized services to youth, who will become productive, law‑abiding citizens. We are seeking a skilled and dependable Maintenance Repairer 2 to perform a variety of semi‑skilled maintenance and repair tasks at one of its secure care facilities or administrative offices. This position plays a vital role in maintaining safe, functional, and well‑kept environments for youth and staff.
Two 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;
Completion of a two‑year vocational technical program in general building construction, construction technology, or engineering;
Twelve semester hours in construction management, construction technology, or engineering, or any combination of these courses.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties
Maintenance Duties
Perform general repairs to buildings, facilities, appliances, and equipment.
Carry out automotive, electrical, carpentry, and limited appliance repair work independently or with staff support.
Inspect equipment to identify costly repair needs and assist with welding, blueprint reading, and field repair techniques.
Operate heavy‑duty vehicles and specialized equipment essential to facility operations.
Replace parts, make adjustments, and ensure functionality of campus systems.
Grounds & Janitorial Service
Maintain campus grounds, including lawn care and use of chemical products.
Perform custodial tasks to ensure cleanliness and safety of facilities.
Interact with the public occasionally while performing duties.
Complete additional assignments as directed by supervisory staff.
Position‑Specific Details Appointment Type : Part time
Work Location : This vacancy is located at Swanson Center for Youth in Monroe, Louisiana.
Career Progression : This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.
The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1(c).
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 the position 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. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
In the supplemental questions section, applicants must authorise 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 at that time if you will need special accommodations.
NOTE: Prior to an appointment, the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test, possess a valid Louisiana Driver’s License, and clear a background check.
This agency participates in the E‑Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.
Contact Garilyn London OJJ/ Human Resources Garilyn.London@la.gov
#J-18808-Ljbffr