MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
Company: The GEO Group
Location: Houston
Posted on: January 21, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Overview Are you looking for a
career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to
do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and
recognition that comes with working for the industry's global
leader in evidenced based rehabilitation. Who We Are: GEO provides
complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners
worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and
community reentry services. From the development of
state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management
services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release
reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO
offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver
enhanced quality and improved outcomes. Why Work for GEO: We
believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is
about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a
great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of
employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With
comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you
will find all the resources you need here to be successful.
Responsibilities Role and Responsibilities: You will be a
maintenance specialist who leverages their technical knowledge and
skills within a diverse team of driven professionals. Your tasks
will include to: Operate equipment and machinery for preventive,
corrective, and emergency maintenance. Survey assigned jobs and
ensure that sufficient and proper materials and tools are on hand.
Direct and inspect the work of detainee maintenance staff,
providing technical assistance. Perform carpentry to repair or
replace doors, windows, walls, flooring, roofing, etc. Carry out
repairs for plumbing, heating, and air conditioning, including
furnaces, ductwork, air conditioners, piping, instrument controls,
washbasins, and toilet facilities. Perform electrical work, such as
repairing and replacing fluorescent fixtures and control switches,
as well as disconnecting wiring. Execute minor construction work,
such as building storage bins, stockroom shelves, counters, and
workbenches using precision hand and power tools. Complete
mechanical work involving repair and maintenance of facility
machinery, motors, and vehicles. Assist in maintaining the security
of assigned detainees. Qualifications Competencies Required: The
selected candidate is comfortable in a structured work environment,
has excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and cares
about others. Apply if you have the following: Minimum
Requirements: High school diploma or GED. Two (2) years general
maintenance and/or related construction trade. Valid, active
driver's license. Must have knowledge of equipment necessary for
making proper repairs. Able to perform general plumbing, carpentry,
mechanical and electrical repairs; Effectively communicate with
residents and staff; react quickly and appropriately in an
emergency situation. Physical Requirements: Frequently : lift,
carry, push or pull up to 60 lbs. or more; bend, stoop, work with
machinery, climb, walk, stand, work in extreme temperatures
Occasionally : reach above shoulder level, drive automatic
equipment vehicles, sit. GEO Reentry Services LLC.
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