At the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, we are passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful to all our employees and the public we serve. Our Department provides the connections, expertise and innovative solutions to drive continued business growth, build vibrant communities, create affordable housing, generate tourism and attract and retain key talent to fill Michigan’s vast pipeline of opportunities. Learn more at www.michigan.gov/LEO. Bureau of Services for Blind Persons Training Center (BSBPTC) is a residential training facility for blind persons residing in the State of Michigan who qualify for services under the Bureau of Services for Blind Persons.
It is the responsibility of the Building and Grounds Maintenance Staff to implement a dynamic maintenance program under direction of the BSBPTC management team that meets participant and staff needs as well as guidelines provided from the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity and Department of Management and Budget-Facilities Section. There is no maintenance staff scheduled on the overnight, weekend, or holiday shifts.
The schedule for this position will be as follows:
Monday through Friday 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. w/1hr lunch.
First 3 months of training Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. w/1hr lunch.Position DescriptionEducation
Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.
Experience
Maintenance Mechanic 7No specific type or amount is required.
Maintenance Mechanic 8
Two years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical or electrical trades.
Maintenance Mechanic E9
Four years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical or electrical trades, including two years equivalent to a Maintenance Mechanic 8.
Completion of a recognized program in vocational training for the mechanical or electrical trades may be substituted for two years of experience assisting skilled trades workers.
Please attach a cover letter and detailed resume to your application. Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.All classified employees are subject to Civil Service Rule 2-8 Ethical Standards and Conduct and will be expected to disclose any personal and financial interests that may conflict with official duties as a classified employee.All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to their actual appointment. Certain positions within the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity may also require state criminal, fingerprint-based and driving record background checks. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the background checks and drug test indicate eligibility for employment.The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV. If you have questions or need assistance uploading and/or attaching your documents, please contact the NEOGOV applicant support at 855-524-5627.
View the job specification at:
http://www.michigan.gov/documents/MaintenanceMechanic_12814_7.pdf