
Posting number: 26-164
Department: Sheriff - PR_5080 - Law Enforcement Facility
Job classification: Corrections Facility Technician I
Posting type: Open
Categories: Corrections, Law Enforcement, Maintenance
The Corrections Facility Technician I performs semi-skilled to skilled work in the maintenance and repair of the Sheriff's Department, Detention Center, and jail facilities. Work involves the maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment including jail security systems and performing a variety of maintenance and repair tasks requiring knowledge of building trade skills. Employee is responsible for performing semi-skilled work in one or more building trades, such as electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting and/or installation of heating and air conditioning equipment.
Performs maintenance work on mechanical and technical security systems, including security locks and doors, surveillance systems, fire alarms, smoke exhaust systems, life safety equipment, etc.
Assists in the development and implementation of preventive maintenance programs and schedules for correctional facilities, mechanical systems, and technical systems.
Assists in the development of plans for facility improvements and/or maintenance tasks; estimates the cost of repairs and improvements.
Performs carpentry and renovation work in the construction, repair, or alteration of floors, roofs, stairways, partitions, doors, windows and screens.
Builds or repairs partitions, cabinets, tables, shelves, and bookcases.
Performs maintenance work on heating and air conditioning systems by checking thermostats, couplers, fuses, belts, motors, etc.
Assists in major heating and air conditioning repair projects.
Performs skilled plumbing tasks including changing faucet washers, stems, seals, etc. by installing water and sanitary fixtures and equipment and repairing toilets by changing tank bulbs, overflow tubes, guide wires, etc.
Sands, paints, or stains walls, woodwork, cabinets, tables, and other wooden articles.
Hangs and finishes sheetrock, paneling, wallpaper, tile, and moldings.
Installs and repairs carpeting, glass panes, and suspended ceiling grids and tiles.
Supervises activities of inmate trustees assigned to work projects, ensuring adherence to established policies, procedures and standards.
Reviews and inspects contracted work for quality and compliance with appropriate standards.
Regular and punctual attendance is required.
Performs other related duties as required.
High School diploma or GED and a minimum one year of experience in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must attain certification by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement as a Jailer within one (1) year of employment.
Possession of a valid driver's license. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver's license within 90 days.
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Denton County is located on the north side of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Denton County was established by the Texas legislature on April 11, 1846. In 2024, Denton County's population was over 1 million residents, and it is one of the fastest growing counties in the United States. Denton County has a total area of 951 square miles. As of 2025, Denton County has 1,987 employees and 43 elected officials. Denton County has one of the lowest county-wide tax rates of the top 15 counties by population in the State of Texas.
Denton County residents enjoy three lakes, beautiful city parks and trails, museums, and other attractions. The county’s proximity to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex offers residents access to several nationally recognized entertainment attractions, including nine other North Texas water bodies, Six Flags Over Texas, Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, the Texas Rangers, the Dallas Cowboys, the Dallas Mavericks, the Dallas Stars, the Fort Worth Zoo and the Fort Worth Stockyards.
MISSION: Denton County will be recognized as the leader in local government through its excellent service to citizens and quality workforce. We will carry out our duties by respecting citizens, maintaining fiscal responsibility, demonstrating accountability, and fairly and equitably allocating resources.
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