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Corrections Plumbing Trade Instructor - SCI Coal Township

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Department of Corrections

Fresh

Location

Pennsylvania, 17120

Salary

$51,868 - $104,716

per year

Closes

March 6, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves teaching plumbing skills to inmates in a Pennsylvania state prison through hands-on training and classroom lessons, helping them learn practical trade skills for future careers.

A good fit would be someone with strong plumbing experience who enjoys teaching, can maintain discipline in a secure environment, and wants to make a positive difference in people's lives.

It's a full-time role with a focus on real-world plumbing tasks like repairs and installations.

Key Requirements

  • Five years of experience in plumbing inspection, maintenance, repair, assembly, and installation of pipes, fittings, and fixtures for heating, water, and drainage systems
  • Completion of an approved apprenticeship in the plumbing trade, or an equivalent combination including one year of journey-level plumbing work
  • Ability to deliver hands-on shop instruction and on-the-job training to inmates
  • Skills in teaching plumbing systems including hot/cold water distribution, drainage, heating, fire sprinklers, and general building maintenance
  • Experience maintaining order, discipline, and accurate records of training progress and attendance
  • Ability to supervise inmate work crews, develop schedules, and inspect work for quality and compliance
  • Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA, and meeting all Department of Corrections requirements

Full Job Description

Are you a motivated and enthusiastic self-starter who is ready to share your expertise in the plumbing trades?

The Department of Corrections is seeking a devoted and dedicated Corrections Plumbing Trade Instructor to join our technical education team.

In this vital role, you will provide hands-on instruction and on-the-job training to inmates who are interested in pursuing vocational skills in plumbing at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Coal Township.

If you are passionate about teaching, skilled in your trade, and interested in making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply and take the next rewarding step in your career!


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Requirements

In this position, you will teach inmates all aspects of the plumbing trade, including standard practices, methods, and procedures related to plumbing systems; hot and cold water distribution; drainage systems; heating systems; fire sprinkler systems; and general building plumbing.

You will deliver both hands-on shop instruction and on-the-job training to support inmates’ vocational development, covering general plumbing maintenance, preventive maintenance, and the installation of new fixtures and equipment.

Responsibilities include conducting classroom instruction using an established trade curriculum, maintaining order and discipline during classroom and work assignments, and keeping accurate records of inmate training progress, attendance, and work details.

In addition, you will supervise and guide inmate work crews in completing plumbing work orders as part of their practical training, develop and assign daily schedules, and inspect finished assignments to ensure quality and compliance with trade standards.


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 $51,868.00 (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:

  • Five years of experience in the inspection, maintenance, repair, assembly, and installation of pipes, fittings, and fixtures used in heating, water, and drainage systems; or
  • Completion of an approved apprenticeship in the plumbing trade; or
  • An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year of journey level work in the plumbing trade.


Other Requirements:

  • You must successfully complete basic training in Elizabethtown, PA.
  • You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
  • 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).

  • 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.

  • Veterans:

    • Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.


    Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

    • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).


    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.

    Additional Information

    Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position.

    No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

    Your score is valid for this specific posting only.You must provide complete and accurate information or:your score may be lower than deserved.you may be disqualified.You may only apply/test once for this posting.Your results will be provided via email.

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    Posted on NEOGOV: 2/19/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/19/2026

    Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-pabureau-5237356