Maintenance Repairer 2, Baton Rouge

About this Job Office of Juvenile Justice Swanson Center for Youth-Monroe 4701 S. Grand St., Monroe, Louisiana 71202 The Office of Juvenile Justice is looking for a skilled and dependable Maintenance Repairer 2 who takes pride in keeping facilities safe, functional, and looking their best. If you enjoy hands-on work, solving problems, and making a visible impact every day, this role offers the perfect blend of variety and purpose. As a Maintenance Repairer 2, you’ll help maintain buildings, equipment, and campus grounds while supporting a mission-driven environment that serves youth and staff. From repairs and equipment upkeep to grounds and custodial support, your work ensures the campus operates smoothly and safely. If you’re motivated, adaptable, andready to be part of a team that truly values your skills, this is a great opportunity to grow and contribute. Minimum Qualifications 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; OR Completion of a two-year vocational technical program in general building construction, construction technology, or engineering; OR Twelve semester hours in construction management, construction technology, or engineering, or any combination of these courses. Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here . Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties: Perform general building, equipment, and facility repairs , including basic electrical, carpentry, automotive, and appliance work. Inspect equipment, identify repair needs, and assist with welding, blueprint reading, and field repair techniques. Operate heavy-duty vehicles and specialized equipment essential to campus operations. Replace parts, make adjustments, and ensure systems and equipment function properly. Maintain campus grounds, including lawn care, landscaping, and safe use of chemical products. Perform custodial and sanitation tasks to keep facilities clean and safe. Interact professionally with staff and the public while performing duties. Complete additional assignments as directed by supervisors. Position-Specific Details:Work Location: This vacancy is located at the Swanson Center for Youth in Monroe, Louisiana. Appointment Type: Full-time, Probational 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 futurejob 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 authorizethe 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. For further information about this vacancy, contact: Garilyn London OJJ/ Human Resources