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Maintenance Foreman

State of Indiana • Michigan City, IN • 1d ago

Maintenance Foreman

Date Posted: Sep 22, 2025

Requisition ID: 465593

Location:

Michigan City, IN, US, 46360

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About Indiana State Prison:

As a part of the Indiana Department of Correction, the Indiana State Prison promotes public safety by providing meaningful, effective opportunities for successful re-entry. We strive to model best Correctional practices, return productive citizens to our communities, and inspire a culture of accountability, integrity and professionalism. The Indiana State Prison is a maximum security Correctional facility for adult males . The Indiana State Prison is located in Michigan City, Indiana. The Indiana State Prison is the oldest Correctional facility in operations for the Department of Correction, located on 100 acres in Michigan City, Indiana

Role Overview:

The Maintenance Foreman is responsible for a wide variety of tasks in connection with the preventive maintenance and general upkeep of the facility and equipment in the facility. Position may require lifting (over 40 pounds), prolonged standing, climbing, stooping, crawling, and work overhead while performing duties listed below. Performs duties with occasional supervision.

Salary Statement:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $42,900.00, but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

Solicit cost estimates or cost proposals.

Estimate costs and work hours for maintenance projects.

Oversee and participates in preventive maintenance and repairs of facilities

Maintain accountability of materials, tools, equipment, and vehicles.

Ensure compliance, of self and assigned personnel, with all appropriate protective and safety requirements

Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.

Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.

Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

What You'll Need for Success:

This person must have the following requirements to be considered for employment:

Broad knowledge of electrical systems, carpentry, plumbing and painting trades.

Ability to plan, schedule and supervise job sites.

Ability to fill in for other foreman to ensure the operation of the department.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret blueprints and other remediation plans and documents.

Thorough knowledge of standard practices, processes, materials, procedures, and the ability to use tools and equipment of the various trades, such as carpentry, plumbing and electrical.

Thorough knowledge of the OSHA standards, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), occupational hazards and safety precautions required of the various trade areas.

Ability to plan and estimate project proposals in terms of equipment, man hours and costs.

Ability to endure exposure to inclement weather.

Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.

Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.

Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

This role must satisfy the following requirements to continue employment:

Must have and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may serve as a team lead for an assigned work group.

This role provides supervision for incarcerated individuals and requires a high level of judgment and care.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match

Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers

Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

Education Reimbursement Program

Group life insurance

Referral Bonus program

Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Free Parking for most positions

Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

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