State of Wyoming · 1 month ago
Skilled Trades Specialist 2025-02836
Fremont County, WY
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
0+ years expThe State of Wyoming is seeking a Skilled Trades Specialist to join their maintenance team. This role involves performing a variety of general trades and preventive maintenance tasks to ensure the prison facility and its grounds are safe and well-maintained.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Responsible for electrical duties, including replacing light bulbs and ballasts, repairing or replacing switches, controls, dialers, and other electrical components, troubleshooting and locating problems, and maintaining/operating emergency generators
General maintenance and preventative maintenance on a variety of equipment throughout the facility and property
Accomplishes troubleshooting, repair, remodeling, and general construction of state facility maintenance
Plans, directs, assists, supervises, and inspects the work of skilled and non-skilled inmate workers, including training inmate work crews on the proper use of tools and equipment
Manages an inmate crew of up to 15 inmates in the completion of maintenance projects
Responsible for the upkeep of fleet vehicles and equipment, and other mechanical systems
Installs, repairs, and maintains heating systems, gas systems, refrigeration systems, boiler systems, and air handling units
Assists with snow removal as needed
Responsible for maintaining proper tool control, accountability, and logs
Maintains records through the AIM maintenance management software
Responsible for the water and sewer service (pump stations, sewer lift stations, automated fire sprinkler systems, irrigation systems, etc.) for the facility
Reads and interprets mechanical, topographical, and electrical schematic drawings and maintenance manuals used in maintaining and repairing electronic equipment
Conducts inspections at facilities, including developing an inspection schedule and timelines to ensure the system complies with federal, local, and environmental standards
May work with and escort vendors and contractors to complete various tasks and assignments
Be able to work on-call on a rotating basis to include occasional night and weekend hours
Ensures adherence to all WDOC policies and procedures
Responsible for ensuring a safe and enjoyable workplace, including participation in initiatives designed to promote a positive work environment
Qualification
Required
Associate's Degree
0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Skilled Trades) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Skilled Trades Assistant
2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Skilled Trades) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Skilled Trades Assistant (if education & experience substitution is applicable)
Knowledge of electrical diagnostics
Knowledge of applicable building codes
Knowledge of power woodworking, metalworking, and masonry equipment
Knowledge and competency within the following areas at a basic or journeyman level
Knowledge of general construction and remodeling, including applicable building codes and regulations
Knowledge of grades, kinds, and uses of various woods and wood products
Knowledge of concrete masonry units and bricks, asphalt, and concrete repair
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations in relationship to construction operations and with vehicle and/or aircraft maintenance facilities
Physical Working Conditions: Climbing on an occasional to regular basis, Lifting/grasping up to 50 pounds without assistance regularly, Walking/standing on cement floors regularly, Walking up and down stairs regularly, Balancing on an occasional basis, Stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching regularly, Crawling on an occasional basis, Pushing/pulling/reaching regularly, Speaking/hearing frequently, Perform maintenance on equipment that may not be visible and would require being completed by feel or touch on an occasional basis, The visual ability to operate machinery and perform mechanical or skilled trade duties, The visual ability to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned, Computer literate
Preferred
2-4 years of progressive work experience in a skilled trade
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Generous paid leave and flexible schedules – vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility – for those with qualifying student loans
Training and professional development – to support your career growth and advancement
Employee Assistance Program – Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
Wellness Program – Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health
Company
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