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Electrical Worker Supervisor (Electrical Worker Foreman)
Justice, Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System
Department of Justice
Location
Duluth, Minnesota
Salary
$41.15 - $48.03
per hour
Type
Full Time
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January 12, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves leading a team of inmate workers in performing electrical installation, construction, and maintenance tasks within a federal prison, while also helping to maintain the facility's security.
A good fit would be someone with hands-on electrical experience who can supervise others effectively, especially in a high-security environment, and who is comfortable working with prisoners to teach them practical skills.
The role requires balancing technical electrical work with the primary duty of ensuring the prison remains safe and secure.
Key Requirements
- Proven ability to supervise and train workers, including inmates, in electrical tasks
- Strong aptitude for working in a prison environment with security responsibilities
- Knowledge of complete wiring systems in industrial or complex settings
- Skill in interpreting National Electrical Code, local codes, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings
- Experience in electrical installation, construction, and maintenance
- Ability to perform hands-on electrical work when needed due to security or staffing issues
- Sufficient training and experience to meet the 'Barely Acceptable' level on screen-out elements per federal guidelines
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-2805 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:
Supervises and trains inmate workers involved in non-supervisory electrical installation, construction and maintenance work.
May be called upon to perform some electrical work due to security concerns or lack of skilled inmate workers.
Must possess skill and knowledge in the operation and installation of complete wiring systems found in industrial complexes.
Must have the ability to interpret and apply National Electrical Code, local codes, building plans, blueprints, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings and trade formulas.
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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