Maintenance Technician - Newport News, United States - Newport News Sheriff's Office

Newport News Sheriff's Office

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Newport News, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

**The Newport News Sheriff's Office has one of the BEST Salary and Benefits packages for our staff and their family in Hampton Roads. For the 6th time, we are the only Law Enforcement agency in Hampton Roads and only 1 of 3 agencies in the state to be voted as a Best for Vets Employer.
The Newport News Sheriff's Office has an immediate opening for an experienced_,_ dedicated Maintenance Technician. The Sheriff's Office operates two jail facilities housing over 500 inmates.

The Maintenance Technician will assist the Sheriff's Office with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and building maintenance functions.

Applicants must have experience in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and building maintenance functions.

The applicant must be capable of performing general mechanical and maintenance duties. The position requires general and specific knowledge of maintenance functions with an emphasis on plumbing and electrical work. Applicants must be capable of working in a correction's setting. The position is a fulltime position.

Job Requirements

Requires a considerable amount of physical activity, including extended periods of sitting, walking, standing, kneeling, bending, crouching, reaching, stooping and climbing.
Work is performed indoors, outdoors and in confined spaces.
Must be able to push frequently, lift and carry equipment, supplies and other materials weighing up to 50 pounds and to occasionally push, pull, lift and carry equipment, supplies and materials up to 75 lbs.
Must possess the handeye coordination and manual dexterity to use arms and hands to reach, finger, feel, grasp and to handle tools and equipment utilized in maintenance and repair activities.
Requires interaction with other city technicians, contractors and the general public.

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Retirement Benefits:

VRS retirement
Five percent (5%) employee contribution to the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
ICMA or 457 Account
Direct Deposit

Health & Well-Being Benefits:

Medical Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts — Medical and Child Care Reimbursement
Prescription Drug Plan
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Through REACH
Flu and Hepatitis B vaccines at no charge

Payable & Non-Payable Leave:

Paid Personal Leave (PPL)
Paid Medical Leave (PML)
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Military Leave
Bereavement Leave
Shortterm & Longterm Disability

Other Benefits:

Employee Recognition Programs
Pretax Accounts
U.S. Saving Bonds
City of Newport News Credit Union
Continuing Insurance Coverage Under the Cobra Law
Wellness Programs Including Onsite Gymnasium

REQUIREMENTS:

Must be a citizen of the United States.
Requires an acceptable background check and credit check.
Requires a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

The Newport News Sheriff's Office shall safely and securely provide appropriate supervision of all persons entrusted to the care of the Newport News City Jail and Annex; provide for safe and secure operations in the courts; guarantee expedient and accurate service of civil and criminal warrants, and enforce the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia.