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Posted: April 15, 2026 (45 days ago)

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Corrections Utility Plant Operator - SCI Camp Hill

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Department of Corrections

Stale

Location

Pennsylvania, 17120

Salary

$47,925 - $96,538

per year

Closes

April 30, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves running and maintaining the boiler systems that provide steam for heating and hot water in a state prison, while also supervising inmates and ensuring everyone stays safe.

You'll monitor equipment like pumps and water treatment systems, keep detailed logs, and follow strict safety rules in a secure environment.

It's a great fit for someone with hands-on experience in utility plants who is reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working rotating shifts in a corrections setting.

Key Requirements

  • Three years of experience in operating, maintaining, and repairing steam or hot water generating plants, or equivalent combination
  • Ability to supervise inmates and maintain security protocols
  • Knowledge of safe operating procedures for boiler and auxiliary equipment
  • Skills in monitoring, testing, and maintaining boiler water and water softening systems
  • Experience keeping logs of tests and managing inventory of water treatment chemicals
  • Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA
  • Pass background investigation and meet CJIS compliance requirements

Full Job Description

Take the next step in your career as a Corrections Utility Plant Operator at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Camp Hill! The Department of Corrections is seeking an energetic and motivated person with experience in the safe operation of an institutional utility plant. If you have experience in the operation of boilers at a utility plant and wish to explore a rewarding career that offers the opportunity to share your skills, the Department of Corrections wants to hear from you!

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Requirements

As a Corrections Utility Plant Operator, you will be responsible for supervising inmates and maintaining security while operating and maintaining boiler equipment and generating medium-pressure steam for heating and hot water needs for the facility.

Your duties will involve monitoring and maintaining auxiliary equipment such as feed water pumps and chemical feed pumps, as well as testing and maintaining the boiler water and water softening system.

This role is responsible for keeping logs of all tests performed and ensuring an adequate inventory of water treatment chemicals and supplies.

It is crucial that all work is done in accordance with safe operating procedures to ensure the safety of all individuals.


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 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM, 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM; rotating shifts and days off; with a paid lunch.
  • 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). However, a higher salary may be established in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
  • 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:

  • Three years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of a steam or hot water generating plant, or a steam and electric generating plant; 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.
  • All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only.

    Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.


    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.

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