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Posted: January 14, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Automotive Worker Supervisor (Automotive Worker Foreman)

Justice, Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System

Department of Justice

Fresh

Salary

$37.37 - $43.57

per hour

Closes

January 29, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading a team to maintain and repair vehicles used in a federal prison, ensuring they stay operational while prioritizing the security of the facility.

The role requires hands-on expertise in automotive work and the ability to supervise staff in a high-security environment.

It's a good fit for experienced auto mechanics who are comfortable working independently and handling responsibilities around inmates.

Key Requirements

  • Proven ability to supervise automotive workers effectively
  • Aptitude and experience working in environments with prisoners or high-security settings
  • Sufficient training and hands-on experience in vehicle maintenance and repair
  • Expertise as a subject matter expert in institutional vehicle upkeep
  • Ability to work independently under general supervision
  • Commitment to maintaining institutional security as a primary duty

Full Job Description

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

To be considered for the position, you must meet the following qualification requirements.

Applicants must have had sufficient training and experience to show their ability to perform the duties of the position.

Qualifications will be determined by comparing your application to the responses to the Applicant Assessment Questions against the guidelines found in the Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations, WS-5823 series.

To qualify for this position, you MUST meet the Barely Acceptable level on both screen-out elements (Ability to supervise) and (Aptitude for work with prisoners); receive at least one half of the total possible points; AND you must furnish detailed information on your resume to support your assessment responses to demonstrate that you clearly possess the experience and skills to successfully perform the duties of this position.

Failure to specifically identify skills in this field may result in your score being lowered or in being found ineligible for this vacancy.

**Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application.** Major Duties:

Serves as the Automotive Worker Foreman and is responsible for all maintenance and repair to all vehicles which serve the institution.

Functions in the Facilities department and is under the general supervision of a General Foreman and/or Facility Manager.

The incumbent of this position is the subject matter expert in the maintenance of institution vehicles and therefore, works with a great deal of independence.

Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution.

The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 1/14/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/15/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: EST-2026-0025