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Salary: $23.25 - $27.61 HourlyLocation : Coeur d'Alene, IDJob Type: Regular Full-TimeJob Number: 2025-00055Department: Sheriff's OfficeOpening Date: 06/18/2025Closing Date: Continuous SummarySenior Maintenance Operator - Sheriff's Office FacilitiesPosition available September 1, 2025Apply today!Position OverviewUnder general supervision, the Senior Maintenance Operator is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of multiple Sheriff's Office facilities, including:Sheriff's Office Main CampusJail FacilityOffice of Emergency ManagementSheriff's Office North CampusCentral Dispatch BuildingSearch & Rescue BuildingMarine BoathouseCompensation & BenefitsHourly Wage: $23.25 - $27.61 (DOE)Retirement:PERSI (Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho)5-year vestingLifetime payout upon retirementLoan Forgiveness: Eligible for Public Student Loan Forgiveness ProgramHealth Benefits:Comprehensive coverage for eligible employees and dependentsFree access to our employee medical clinicIncludes primary care, select medications, lab services, and morePaid Time Off:Earn up to 8 hours of vacation per month (increases with tenure)Generous sick leave and holiday payKey ResponsibilitiesPerform a variety of general building maintenance tasks:ElectricalHVACCarpentryConstructionPlumbingConduct routine inspections, diagnostics, and preventative maintenanceEnsure all safety protocols and codes are followedRespond promptly to maintenance requests across all facilitiesIdeal Candidate TraitsPositive, solution-oriented attitudeBroad skill set in facilities maintenanceComfortable working within secured environments (around inmates)Flexible availability for varied work hours or emergency callsSelf-motivated and able to work both independently and in teamsMinimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or GEDAt least 5 years (60 months) of relevant experience/training, or a combination of education and experienceValid driver's license or ability to obtain one; must maintain insuranceSuccessful completion of a comprehensive background check (including polygraph)Next StepsTo view the full job description with detailed duties and responsibilities, please visit the Kootenai County Employment Page.Join Our TeamIf you're looking for a stable and rewarding career in public service, with excellent benefits and a positive work environment, we encourage you to apply!Kootenai County Benefits: