BUILDING MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST in Stafford

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS, REHABILITATION & REENTRY Our mission is to enhance public safety across Arizona through modern, effective correctional practices and meaningful engagements.

Job Summary

Posting Details: Salary $43,200.00, Grade 17, Closing Date Open Until Filled. Join a team that makes a difference! The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is hiring a Building Maintenance Specialist at the Arizona State Prison Complex – Safford. This is a hands‑on role for someone skilled in general maintenance, covering repairs for plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and kitchen equipment. You’ll help keep our facilities running smoothly by planning and completing projects, supervising an inmate work crew, and ensuring all equipment and tools are in top condition.

Job Duties

• Schedule and plan maintenance projects, including pricing, material list, equipment, and needs
• Perform maintenance and preventative maintenance tasks as required and scheduled
• Complete related documentation as required by policy and as directed by supervisor
• Basic knowledge of office equipment, including computers, internet research, and completion of documents
• Conduct inspections and maintain tools and equipment to ensure proper working order and all are accounted for
• Supervise and evaluate inmate workers’ performance
• Attend staff meetings and training as required
• Perform other duties appropriate to the assignment
• Drive on State business

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

• Structural issues regarding building and utility service systems, including blueprints, safety practices, and codes
• Trades, e.g., electrical, electronic, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, general facility maintenance, preventative maintenance, etc.
• Budgeting to include estimating costs and ordering materials
• Common and specialized tools for performing duties
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines and national and local building codes/regulations

Skill in

• Basic reading of blueprints and schematics
• General construction
• Mechanical devices
• Electrical
• Preventative maintenance
• Using and demonstrating common and specialized tools
• Written and verbal communication
• Building and maintaining interpersonal relationships

Ability to

• Lift/Carry 50lbs
• Push/Pull 50lbs
• Walk/Run .25 miles
• Work in a prison environment
• Supervise inmate work crews
• Learn and adhere to ADCRR policies and procedures

Selective Preference(s)

• On-the-job training as a technical or generalized maintenance staff person
• High school diploma or GED
• Technical education
• Specialized trade schools and unions

Pre-Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation, drug test, and a medical/physical examination.

In an effort to maintain a safe environment, all employees are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during their New Employee Orientation and every year thereafter.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits

• Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave – up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly‑placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
• Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short‑term and long‑term disability options
• Exceptional retirement program
• Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
• An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.

Retirement

Positions in this classification participate in the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP). As a condition of participation in the CORP, you will be required to undergo a medical evaluation.

Contact Us

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 255-2430. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.