Correctional Detail Officer - CO1 - Repairs & Maintenance

Job Posting

Columbus Consolidated Government

$20.43 Hourly

Columbus, GA

Full-Time Regular

2025-00000074

Public Works

Repairs And Maintenance

02 / 18 / 2025

Continuous

Major Duties and Responsibilities

This position is responsible for supervising inmates for labor purposes.

• Ensures the safety of inmates and the general public by enforcing compliance with state corrections rules and regulations.
• Trains inmates in the proper use, maintenance, and repair of equipment; supervises inmates in the repair and maintenance of city streets and sidewalks.
• Inspects damage; estimates needed repairs and required materials.
• Inventories all tools; ensures serviceability of inmate van; ensures safety equipment is operable; maintains operability of all assigned equipment.
• Coordinates with other crews. Initiates work orders. Enforces work site safety guidelines.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Minimum Educational and Training Requirements

Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of specialized training in the occupational field, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education. Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship / internship or having had a similar position for one to two years. Possession of or ability to readily obtain certification by the Georgia Department of Corrections. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid drivers license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Physical Requirements

The work is performed while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, stooping, bending and crouching. The employee frequently lifts heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses power / hand tools, uses equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity. Distinguishes shades of color. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required :

The work is typically performed outdoors where the employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, and cold or inclement weather. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, or gloves.

Benefits

The Columbus Consolidated Government is proud to offer an exceptional compensation and benefits package. Benefits include the following :

Take advantage of these free and discounted City Services offered to all City Employees.

Retirement Plan The Columbus Consolidated Government offers a defined benefit retirement plan to eligible employees who work in General Government and in Public Safety. Employees in the pension plan must meet both age and years of service requirements to qualify for retirement. The current vesting period is ten years, and the current pension contribution rate is 8% of your gross salary. Supplemental Retirement Plan The Columbus Consolidated Government offers a Deferred Compensation Plan or supplemental retirement plan that is tax deferred. This plan allows employees to contribute a portion of their salary, before federal and state taxes, to a retirement account. Your compensation is more than a paycheck, it allows you to plan for your financial future as well.