Salary: $23.94 - $32.00 HourlyLocation : Public Service Building, ORJob Type: RegularJob Number: 202400376Department: Sheriff's OfficeDivision: SO C Facilities MaintenanceOpening Date: 08/30/2024Closing Date: ContinuousFLSA: Non-ExemptDESCRIPTIONAbout the PositionThis position is part of a maintenance team that perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs of the Lane County Jail facilities. Looking for a dynamic person to join our team.About the DivisionThe Sheriff's Office, committed to justice and integrity, is sworn to protect and honored to serve the residents and visitors of Lane County.The Sheriff's Office provides an array of correctional services including a jail, a community corrections center (work-release), and out-of-custody programs such as community service and an inmate work crew.Lane County covers over 4,600 square miles and is nearly the size of the state of Connecticut. Nearly 300 staff, along with many volunteers, support these services and utilizes land, marine, air and other assets to maximize our response capability. Schedule: Typically Monday through Friday, days. May require overtime or on-call time. *This is an AFSCME represented position* QUALIFICATIONSTraining/Certification:
- Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by training in electrical work
- HVAC systems maintenance or a related field.
- Limited Maintenance Electrician or higher electrical license; Mechanical/HVAC certificate; Stationary Engineer; Building Operator Certification (Level 2); or other types of continuing education that demonstrate the competencies and/or skill sets that exceed those required of a Maintenance Specialist 2.
Experience:
- Five years of mechanical, electrical, and building system maintenance experience, preferably with large building systems.
An equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.Special Requirements:Possession of a valid Oregon driver's license at time of appointment. Note: Employment for Maintenance Specialist 3 is contingent upon successful completion of:•Pre-Employment background check•Interview: All eligible candidates will be contacted by phone to schedule a date and time for an interview. You must pass the interview in order to continue in the hiring process.Lane County Sheriff's Office examples of minimum standards and disqualifying factors Rejection for employment with our department does not preclude an applicant from applying for another position of employment with Lane County.Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role. CLASSIFICATION DETAILSMaintenance Specialist 3 Classification DetailsSelection ProcessSUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONEqual Employment Opportunity Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.Strategic Plan In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.The focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.Careers with Lane County Offer Extraordinary BenefitsAt Lane County, we value our employees and we show it with our extraordinary benefits. We know that you chose public service for more than a paycheck, and our outstanding benefits are designed to help you Live Well, Live Lane - throughout your career. Read on to learn what great benefits await you in a career with Lane County.Introducing , Lane County's benefit advisor! ALEX is an interactive tool that will help you understand the benefits being offered, out of pocket expenses and coverage available. You will need the Collective Bargaining Unit found in your job posting and when asked for your date of hire, please put in today's date. *The below information describes typical benefits available for Regular Full-time Employees. Actual benefits received may differ by position, employment status (regular, temporary, or extra help) and/or bargaining group.Collective Bargaining Units:Admin-ProAFSCMEAFSCME NursesAFSCME PhysiciansFOPPOLCPOALocal 626Prosecuting Attorney'sBenefits to keep you & your family well - PhysicallyHealth insurance coverage becomes effective the first of the month following your first 30 days as an eligible employee.Medical/Rx/Vision - Lane County offers medical, prescription and vision exam coverage for you and your eligible dependents. The plan options and costs per month for 2018 are outlined below:If you enroll in the HDHP the County will contribute to your HSA: $1,500 (individual) or $3,000 (family) annually. This amount is prorated based on date of hire.Eligible employees who complete a Health History Risk Assessment (HHRA), Biometric Screening, and Comprehensive Health Review (CHR) at the Live Well Center receive a $20 per month credit.Wellness Clinic - The Live Well Center is for Lane County benefits-eligible employees, spouses and dependents (ages 2 and up) who are enrolled in the Lane County health plan. Marathon Health manages the Live Well Center and their clinical team provides confidential, affordable care for your acute and preventive healthcare needs. The Live Well Center also provides health coaching, chronic disease counseling, comprehensive primary care services, and much more.Dental - Lane County provides dental coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Lane County provides this counseling and concierge service to employees and members of their immediate households.Fitness Center Membership - Lane County provides employees with a free membership to a local fitness center. Employees may add their families at a discounted rate.Benefits to keep you & your family well - Financially Retirement - Lane County pays for, and enrolls employees in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) and the Individual Account Program (IAP) following six full months of employment. (Current members are eligible upon hire.)Disability - Lane County pays a portion of wages for eligible employees through Short-Term Disability, and provides Long-Term Disability coverage. Lane County complies with all State and Federal disability laws for employee, family, parental and pregnancy leaves regulations.Time Management - Lane County provides employees with a generous bank of hours to be used for sick, vacation, family emergencies and personal days.Holidays - Lane County provides 10 paid holidays per year:New Year's Day Independence DayMartin Luther King Jr's Birthday Labor DayPresidents' Day Veterans' DayMemorial Day Thanksgiving DayJuneteenth Christmas DayLife Insurance - Lane County pays for employee group term life insurance.County-paid Training & Development to keep your career well On-site Classes - Lane County offers a variety of on-site classes to develop employees' soft and technical skills.Online Training - Lane County offers a variety of online classes through LEAP to help employees continually improve their skills.Conferences & Seminars - Lane County will consider reimbursement for employees to attend professional conferences, dependent upon budget, to encourage continuous learning and professional development.Lane County offers these other valuable benefitsDeferred Compensation Retirement Savings - Employees may enroll in a deferred compensation program 457(b) to save for retirement.Vision - Eligible employees may purchase supplemental vision insurance.Supplemental Life Insurance - Employees may purchase supplemental life insurance for themselves and their dependents/spouse.Aflac - Optional employee-paid voluntary group coverage is available through Aflac.Group Discounts - Group discounts may include homeowners and auto insurance, pet health insurance, credit union membership.Paid medical, dental and vision coverage for dependents is determined by labor agreement or APM, as applicable. Physicians should contact their supervisor for health plan options and rates. Please note that Temporary and Extra Help positions are not typically eligible for benefits. This is only brief summary of benefits available to eligible Lane County employees. In all cases, plan documents govern. For additional information about these extraordinary benefits contact the Benefit Resource Center at 1-866-###-####, or Lane County HR at (541) ###-####.01 Please answer YES if you meet one of the following criteria:a. You have a valid Oregon Driver's License.b. You have a valid driver's license from another state AND are able to obtain an Oregon Driver's License by the time of appointment.
02 IMPORTANT: Please ensure you have included all RELEVANT education, employment and experience in your application. To ensure compliance with Oregon Equal Pay laws, Human Resources will conduct a wage analysis based on the information you have provided in your application to determine the appropriate starting wage if you are selected.
- I acknowledge I have provided all relevant education and employment history.
03 Tell us about your experience working in building maintenance. (25 pts.) 04 Please list the types and brands of equipment you have worked on in a building maintenance capacity. (25 pts.) 05 Describe any additional experience and/or skills you have that might be valuable in performing the work for this Maintenance Specialist position. (25 pts.) 06 Describe your experience working or interacting with others who have different ethnic, sociological, and economic backgrounds. What did you learn/gain from this experience? (25 pts.) Required Question
