Maintenance Mechanic 8-E9Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/4542605) ApplyMaintenance Mechanic 8-E9Salary$20.40 - $31.08 HourlyLocation Kalamazoo, MIJob TypePermanent Full TimeJob Number3909-24-KPH-076-FILLDepartmentHealth and Human Services - Kalamazoo Psychiatric HospitalOpening Date06/12/2024Closing Date6/19/2024 11:59 PM EasternBargaining UnitMICHIGAN STATE EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION (MSEA)
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Job DescriptionThe MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit ourMDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan. (https://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdhhs/MDHHSDiversityEquityandInclusionPlan6490337.pdf) The Maintenance Mechanic position is an entry level position that performs work that is assigned by a crew leader. This position works with a skilled maintenance mechanic performing jobs including painting, plaster repair, plumbing, HVAC, electric equipment maintenance and repair in a state psychiatric hospital.Click here to view thePosition Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/Maintenance Mechanic PD 4.2023.docx) Click here to view theJob Specification (http://www.michigan.gov/documents/MaintenanceMechanic128147.pdf) To be considered for this position you must:
Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
Attach a cover letter.
If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.
Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions (http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdcs/NewOnlineEmploymentApplicationGuide-FirstTimeUser4460277.pdf) Required Education and ExperienceEducationEducational level typically acquired through completion of high school.ExperienceMaintenance Mechanic 8Two 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.Alternate Education and ExperienceCompletion 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.Additional Requirements and InformationIf you have already applied to this position, you do not need to reapply. Some positions in this job series may be assigned duties that require the application of pesticides, which may require certification or registration as a pesticide applicator in compliance with the Pesticide Control Act of 1976.Some positions in this job series are assigned job duties that may require possession of the commercial driver's license issued by the Secretary of State as required by Public Act 346 of 1988 to operate a designated state vehicle.Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.This position is located at the Kalamazoo Psychiatric Hospital, 1312 Oakland Drive, Kalamazoo, MI 49008.As a Condition of Employment: this position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check.The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.For information about this specific position, please [email protected]. Please reference the job posting number in subject line.Follow us onLinkedInfor more job opportunities!MDHHSJobs #MDHHSJobs #Veteranfriendly #CareersWithPurpose #CommunityHeroesMDHHS is proud to be a Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award. More details on benefits for our new hires are below: Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems. Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available atwww.mi.gov/employeebenefits. Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions. Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child. Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day. Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums. Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual. Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income. Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans.Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education. Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan. Professional Development:To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs. Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek. Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer. Updated: 2/28/2401 MAINMCH – Do you possess one of the following? At least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school and at least two years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical or electrical trades; OR completion of a recognized program in vocational training for the mechanical or electrical trades.
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No
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MAINMCH - Please select your level of experience.
Less than two years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical or electrical trades.
At least two years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical or electrical trades OR completion of a recognized program in vocational training for the mechanical or electrical trades.
At least three years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical or electrical trades.
At least four years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical or electrical trades.
At least five years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical or electrical trades.
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Please select from the options below: (Please note, actions that have been expunged, formal counseling, and layoff actions need not be reported.) Please select all that apply.
I have been dismissed within the last two years
I have resigned in lieu of discipline or dismissal within the last two years
I have been suspended without pay within the last two years
I have received a written reprimand within the last two years
I have received an unsatisfactory rating within the last two years
I have signed a last chance agreement with MDHHS within the last two years
I certify that none of the above circumstances apply to me
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Do you have any objection to being finger printed or drug tested?
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No
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From the options below, which accurately describes your current status? (A current state employee works for an actual state department such as the Department of Corrections, the Department of Transportation, etc.)
A current Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) employee
A Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) employee in layoff status
A current State of Michigan (non-MDHHS) employee
A State of Michigan (non-MDHHS) employee in layoff status
None of the above
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Did you attach a cover letter and a copy of your résumé to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
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Do you have any substantiated cases of abuse or neglect reported on the Department of Human Services Central Registry?
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Do you have an Intentional Program Violation from the Department of Health and Human Services?
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Are you a current MDHHS employee classified as a Maintenance Mechanic E (8-E9) interested in moving to the same classification and level at this location?
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Describe a time when you needed to work cooperatively with someone that did not share the same ideas as you.
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Do you have an associate degree, bachelor's degree of trades certification. (YES/NO) If yes, please list your degrees and certificates or relevant education.
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Do you have two years or more of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical trades?
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If you answered yes to the question above, please describe your experience assisting skilled trades workers in the mechanical trades.
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Do you have two years or more of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the electrical trades?
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No
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If you answered yes to the question above, please explain your experience assisting skilled trades workers in the electrical trades.
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What maintenance experience do you have in the following areas. Check all that apply.
Carpentry
Ability to fabricate, adapt and retrofit windows, doors, walls, and office partitions.
Masonry
Electrical Service
Heating, Ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)
Plumbing and Sewer systems
Drywall, plaster, and painting
Grounds maintenance
Locksmith
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Describe your knowledge of Life Safety Code, Commercial Building Codes and MIOSHA.
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Have you provided the names, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of three professional references, one of which is your current supervisor? This is a requirement
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Please check all Microsoft applications you have skills to apply in a work environment.
Word
Excel
Access
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AgencyState of MichiganDepartmentHealth and Human Services - Kalamazoo Psychiatric HospitalAddressOffice of Human Resources1312 Oakland Dr.Kalamazoo, Michigan, 49008ApplyPlease verify your email addressVerify Email