DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

The Department of Public Safety’s mission is to protect human life and property by enforcing state laws, deterring criminal activity, and providing vital support to the state of Arizona and its citizens.
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Facilities Maintenance Technician (Generalist)

Salary: $51,255.78 - $67,315.66 Annually 

To apply, you must go to the DPS website, Click here, and follow the instructions to submit your online application.

Job Summary:

This recruitment will be used to establish an 18-month eligibility list to fill current and future vacancies in the Tucson area.

Under general direction, performs skilled work of average to considerable difficulty in the performance of building maintenance including the fields of electrical; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC); carpentry; plumbing, etc; and performs related duties as assigned. This is a competitive classification

Job Duties:

Requires three (3) years as a Facilities Maintenance Worker; OR three (3) years as a building maintenance technician or construction worker, with experience performing work in at least three of the following areas: basic plumbing, electrical, painting, carpentry, and/or HVAC work. Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver's license at the time of employment.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
May be required to work in various adverse conditions such as tight or enclosed spaces, heights, and temperature extremes, indoors or outdoors to complete work assignments.
Work alternate schedule that will include: holidays, weekends, and evenings on regular scheduled assigned times.
Bend or stoop repeatedly or continually over time.
Remain in a standing position for extended periods of time.
Work in small, cramped areas.
Move objects weighing over fifty (50) pounds long distances (more than 20 feet).
Mix or work with cleaning fluids, chemicals, paints, cleaning agents, or similar solutions using appropriate protective equipment.
The primary duties of this class are performed in a public building environment which may include working on rooftops and in adverse weather conditions. Will need to endure prolonged exposure to arid desert conditions i.e., prolonged sun and heat exposure during summer months.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
May be required to respond to 24-hour emergency calls for assigned work areas to perform emergency building or equipment repairs during off-duty hours.
May be required to travel, including overnight stays, to various parts of the State in the performance of duties.

  Pre-Employment Requirements:

Applicants must complete an examination process. A polygraph and background investigation are required for successful applicants. DPS supports a drug-free work environment through pre-employment drug testing.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

The Arizona Department of Public Safety is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to benefit-eligible employees in cooperation with the State of Arizona.
• Accrued vacation pay and sick days
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Deferred compensation plan
• Top-ranked retirement plans
• Affordable medical, dental, vision, life, and short & long-term disability insurance plans
• Employee Assistance, Peer and Family Support Programs
• Bus Cards (Subsidized partially by the State)
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

 

Retirement: State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax