Maintenance/Grounds Technician III - Wiggins (5039)



Maintenance/Grounds Technician III - Wiggins (5039)

Salary

$26,185.60 - $35,743.34 Annually

Location

66 - STONE COUNTY, MS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

9839-0373-20250527ston

Department

0373 - MH-ELLISVILLE STATE SCHOOL

Opening Date

05/27/2025

Closing Date

6/9/2025 11:59 PM Central

Agency Minimum Salary

$26,185.60

Agency Maximum Salary

$35,743.34

About the Agency

South Mississippi Regional Center is a program of the Mississippi Department of Mental Health providing care and support for people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities. Each position at South Mississippi Regional Center is an important and impactful role that provides our individuals with the appropriate level of care to meet their social, emotional, physical, and personal needs. (74080-5039) For more information contact South Mississippi Regional Center at 228-868-2923

About the Position

Third-level seasoned vocational worker accountable for performing a variety of semi-skilled work in the alteration, maintenance, and repair of state buildings and facilities. At this level, employees work in and have general knowledge of a variety of trade areas including: electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, plastering, and mechanical repair in settings such as facilities and grounds. May oversee a crew engaged in maintenance tasks. This position serves as a career transition point for employees to either continue with this family or transfer to the Specialty Trades and Construction Family. Additional duties may include; participating in the repair and adjustment of plumbing, furniture, painting, moving equipment, operation of motorized equipment; lawn mowers, zero turns, hedge trimmers, pressure washers, chain saws, pole saws, string trimmers, and tractors, safety practices and other duties as assigned. This position is located in Wiggins Community Homes

What you'll need to be Successful

Be a Team Player and Have a Great Work Ethic. The ability to lift fifty (50) pounds, without assistance, employing proper body mechanics and lifting techniques, twenty-five (25) times per day. The Ability to retrieve objects from floor level (bend/stoop) employing proper body mechanics and lifting techniques, twenty-five (25) times per day.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires 3-4 years of experience. Agency preferred qualifications: Graduation from a standard four-year high school or equivalent (GED or High School Equivalency Diploma) AND Three (3) years of experience in at least one of the following fields: plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical work, electronics, plastering, air-conditioning/refrigeration, heating equipment, or general maintenance and repair. OR One (1) year of successful experience as a Facilities Maintenance Repairer II. Candidate must have a Valid Divers License. Experience with general maintenance such as carpentry, plumbing, grounds, electrical, painting, mechanical repairs.

Characteristics of Work

See MSPB Careers for information regarding this classifications

Examples of Work

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Minimum Qualifications

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Essential Functions

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Health/Prescription Insurance
Eligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state’s health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits.
 
Wellness Benefits
Employees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.
 
Life Insurance
All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee’s annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.
 
Optional Insurances
Many agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.
 
Flexible Spending Accounts
Many state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.
 
 
Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave
Full-time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave. Leave begins accruing after one month of employment and may be used as it is accrued. Employees earn approximately 18 days of personal leave annually and 12 days of sick leave annually.
 
Military Leave
In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.
 
Holidays
Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation’s celebrations with family and friends.
 
Retirement Programs
The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees become vested in the State’s retirement system after 8 years of employment. Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement.   More detailed information regarding the State’s retirement program can be found at http://www.pers.state.ms.us
 
Deferred Compensation
State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.
 
State Credit Union
All state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees’ Credit Union. This organization offers state employees special savings and borrowing plans. For more information about this program, call 601.948.8191.
 
 Tuition Reimbursement
Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement. Common programs include medical and nursing fields, accounting, and business/administrative fields.
 
Career Development and Training
The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.
 
Promotional Opportunities
Employees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment. Minimum qualifications must be met.
 
Career Ladders
Many job classifications provide career-ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual’s salary, provided funds are available within the agency.
 

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Have you attached a copy of your proof of education in the form of a diploma, transcript, or GED score sheet?
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Employer
State of Mississippi
Address
210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
Phone
601-359-1406
601-359-1406