Maintenance Supervisor en LaSalle Corrections

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Supervises staff and inmates assigned to general maintenance of physical plant; plans, schedules and coordinates maintenance and/or new construction activity

Evaluates maintenance needs and determines best method of repair or installation; outlines and directs a preventive maintenance program 

Assists in preparation of budget estimates; maintains records and conducts correspondence related to work; maintains special security for all tools, equipment, chemicals, etc. which may be used as weapons.

Assigns, supervises and evaluates work of employees and inmates; directs inmate apprenticeship training program in occupational areas; submits performance reports on employees and inmates

Submits performance reports on employees and inmates; maintains discipline and enforces security measures

Performs related duties as required

Required Knowledge Skills/Abilities: 

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED

Two years full-time, wage-earning experience in the supervision of employees

Knowledge of procedures, methods, and standards for general maintenance and construction 

Skill to plan, assign, and supervise the work of others

Physical Requirements: 

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to satisfactorily perform these essential functions without causing an undue hardship for the employer.

Continuous sitting up to 2 hours per shift

Ability to work continuously on a telephone/computer/scanner/fax/copier or other office equipment for up to 2 hours or more per shift with scheduled breaks

Ability to work continuously on the following machines (but not limited to) test instruments, vacuum pumps, sewer clean out machine, table saw, radial arm saw, power saws, grinders, rotary hammer, hammers, wrenches, screw drivers, pliers, assorted hand tools, laundry and food service equipment, and automobiles. 

Frequent periods of walking and/or standing

Occasional lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs 

Frequent grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting

Pay Salary $25.08