Building Maintenance Specialist

Work Location and Role Overview

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking a reliable Building Maintenance Specialist to serve at Arizona State Prison Complex – Eyman. The role involves preventive maintenance, facility duties, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, kitchen equipment repairs, project planning, documentation, tool management, supervision of inmate workers, meetings, and training.

• Schedules and plans maintenance‑related projects, including pricing, material lists, equipment and needs.
• Completes related documentation as required by policy and as directed by supervisor.
• Maintains knowledge of office equipment such as computers, internet research, and document completion.
• Inspects and maintains tools and equipment to ensure proper working order and accountability.
• Supervises and evaluates inmate workers’ performance.
• Attends staff meetings and training as required, and performs other duties appropriate to the assignment.
• Drives on State business.
• Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment.

• Knowledge of: structural issues regarding building and utility service systems, blueprints, safety practices, and codes; all trades including electrical, electronic, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, general facility maintenance, preventive maintenance, budgeting, estimating costs, ordering materials, common and specialized tools, OSHA guidelines, national and local building codes and regulations.
• Skill in: basic reading of blueprints, schematics, and general construction, mechanical devices, electrical, preventive maintenance; using and demonstrating the use of common and specialist tools; written and verbal communication; building and maintaining interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to: lift/carry 50 lbs, push/pull 50 lbs, walk/run 0.25 miles, work in a prison environment, supervise inmate work crews, learn and adhere to ADCRR policies and procedures.

• On‑the‑job training as a technical or generalized maintenance staff person.
• Technical education, specialized trade schools and unions.

• Successful completion of a background investigation, drug test, and medical/physical examination.
• For positions requiring driving or vehicle use: current, valid, class‑appropriate driver’s license, completion of all required training, and satisfactory driver record checks; maintenance of required liability insurance for personally owned vehicles on state business.
• Requirement to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during New Employee Orientation and annually thereafter.
• All newly hired State employees must successfully complete the E‑Verify Employment Eligibility Verification Program.

• Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year.
• Paid Parental Leave – up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly‑placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Robust and affordable insurance plan including medical, dental, life, short‑term and long‑term disability options.
• Exceptional retirement program.
• Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program.
• An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program.
• Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
• Complete list of benefits provided by the State of Arizona: .

Positions in this classification participate in the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan.

Arizona Department of Corrections