Corrections Maintenance Foreman - SCI Cambridge Springs

Full Job Description

Do you enjoy hands-on work and utilizing your trades skills to ensure buildings and grounds are safe? Are you a motivated leader with building maintenance expertise? The Department of Corrections (DOC), State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Cambridge Springs is seeking a dedicated Corrections Maintenance Foreman. If you like to roll up your sleeves, oversee multiple tasks, and keep a large institutional campus comfortable for inmates, staff, and visitors, then we encourage you to apply today!

Requirements

As a Corrections Maintenance Foreman, you will oversee inmate work crews as they undertake routine assignments such as lawn care, snow removal, janitorial duties, and general maintenance.

You will plan and assign daily inmate schedules, inspect completed work assignments, and provide instruction in the operation and preventative maintenance of machinery and vehicles.

You will also assist other maintenance staff in the performance of semi-skilled and skilled journey work in trades such as carpentry, plumbing, painting, electrical, refrigeration, masonry, steam-fitting, and welding.

This role requires strong leadership and communication skills to ensure adherence to performance standards.

In addition, you will inventory materials and tools used to complete work assignments, submit purchase requests, and exercise care, custody, and control over inmates at all times.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday.
• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $47,925.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Four years of experience performing building maintenance, construction, or general trades work; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.

The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.

The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.