$17.47 – $27.07 Hourly
$36,332 – $56,314 Annually
This position is a Pay Band 50
Posting Details
This job posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.
The New Mexico National Guard Youth ChalleNGe Academy (NMNGYCA) is a free 17 ½ month alternative program for youth aged 16-18 that starts with a demanding 22-week quasi-military residential phase in which cadets from all over the state live in Roswell. This is followed by a year of mentoring support to help graduates maintain positive lifestyles. The focus during the residential phase is on the development of the whole person through training of the eight (8) Core Components: Academic Excellence; Life Coping Skills; Job Skills; Responsible Citizenship; Leadership/Followership; Health and Hygiene; Physical Fitness; Service to Community, which are designed to instill healthy, life-long skills that have been time-proven to lead to success. In this phase, all cadets will live in military style barracks, work towards earning a HiSET (High School Equivalency Credential) and are eligible to receive college credits in a vocational training program provided by Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell. Once a cadet graduates from the residential phase, the 12-month post-residential phase begins. This phase features monthly contact with an assigned mentor, who helps the cadet stay on track and remain focused on their life goals.
Why does the job exist?
The Maintenance and Grounds Worker is responsible for the daily maintenance, grounds keeping and operation of the New Mexico Youth ChalleNGe Academy, a quasi-military residential school for at-risk youth comprised of an administration building, two (2) multi-story barracks buildings and a training yard. The Maintenance and Grounds Worker performs routine maintenance to ensure that machinery continues to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently and facilities remain in good repair. Duties may involve lawn mowing, snow removal and clearing debris from walkways; pipe fitting; boiler making; repairing HVAC systems; insulating; welding; machining; carpentry; repairing electrical or mechanical equipment; installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment; and repairing buildings, floors, or stairs.
How does it get done?
-Performs work involving various maintenance or craft occupations to keep machinery, mechanical equipment and facilities in good repair.
-Performs routine inspections and maintenance to ensure equipment continues to run smoothly and building systems operate efficiently.
-Communicate regularly with NMNGYCA Directors regarding potential hazards to cadets and prioritize repairs and maintenance accordingly.
-Ensure logs are up to date and standard operating procedures are met.
Who are the customers?
Cadets and staff at the NMNGYCA.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for this position can work independently and has experience in HVAC and boiler systems; general buildings and grounds maintenance; and carpentry.
Minimum Qualification
High School Diploma or Equivalent and one (1) year of experience in general buildings and grounds maintenance, custodial duties, construction or appliance repair.
Substitution Table
These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position:
Education Experience 1 High School Diploma or Equivalent AND # of months or years of experience specified in the minimum qualification 2 Associate’s Degree AND Zero years of experience
• Education and years of experience must be related to the purpose of the position.
• If Minimum Qualification requires a specific number of “semester hours” in a field (e.g. 6 semester hours in Accounting), applicants MUST have those semester hours in order to meet the minimum qualifications. No substitutions apply for semester hours.
Employment Requirements
Employment is subject to a pre-employment national background investigation and post-offer background check to include fingerprints and is conditional pending results. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in a fast-paced environment with multiple buildings. This position works indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions – hot or cold, humidity, wind, rain and snow; exposure to sunlight, dust, pollen, chemicals, and moving mechanical parts. Work may also be performed in an office setting with exposure to visual/ video display terminal (VDT), personal computer, and telephone usage to include working with faxes, copiers, and printers. This position may be required to work irregular hours and is subject to call out for weather. Long hours of standing, bending, and walking with occasional climbing, reaching, kneeling, crawling and ability to lift up to 50 pounds is required.
Supplemental Information
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Agency Contact Information: Deputy Director Apryl Kirkham Email
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Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.