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Pipefitter Supervisor (Pipefitter Foreman)

Justice, Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System

Department of Justice

Recent

Salary

$36.81 - $42.87

per hour

Closes

January 20, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading a team of inmate workers to install, repair, and maintain steam and utility piping systems in a federal prison, ensuring everything runs smoothly in areas like kitchens, hospitals, and housing units.

It also requires actively participating in prison security to keep the facility safe.

A good fit would be someone with hands-on pipefitting experience who can supervise others effectively, especially in a high-security environment with inmates.

Key Requirements

  • Proven ability to supervise and train workers, including inmates
  • Strong aptitude for working in a prison environment with security responsibilities
  • Sufficient training and experience in pipefitting/steamfitting trades
  • Knowledge of installing, repairing, and maintaining utility systems like heating, steam, and ash handling
  • Familiarity with professional maintenance of piping in institutional settings (e.g., kitchens, hospitals, housing)
  • Ability to prioritize correctional duties and maintain institution security on a regular basis

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-4204 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 the inmate workers involved in the installation, repair, and maintenance of all utility systems and equipment related to the Steamfitter/Pipefitter trade such as: heating systems, high and low pressure steam system, coal and ash handling systems, and auxiliary steam equipment in the institution kitchen, hospital, laundry, etc..

Responsible for the professional maintenance of the piping and related equipment for the housing units, supportive buildings, guard towers, and the main powerhouse.

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: 1/2/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/6/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: ERE-2026-0006