Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic Supervisor (HVAC Foreman)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System is seeking an Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic Supervisor (HVAC Foreman) to oversee inmate workers on heating, ventilation and air conditioning projects, including new construction, rehabilitation, repair, and preventive maintenance of systems. You will read blueprints, plan layouts, and ensure code compliance while maintaining security of the work area.

The role emphasizes security responsibilities and adherence to institutional procedures, with

Responsibilities

• Supervises inmate workers involved in the new construction, rehabilitation, repair and maintenance of the institution's heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance on systems that operate continuously.
• Reads blueprints and drawings, plans and layouts work, ensures materials meet code requirements.
• Maintains security and control of the work area and inmate accountability.

Job description

Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic Supervisor (HVAC Foreman)

• Hiring Agency: Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

Key Responsibilities

Supervises inmate workers involved in the new construction, rehabilitation, repair and maintenance of the institution's heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. Performs routine preventive maintenance on systems that operate continuously. Must possess skills and knowledge to use measuring instruments and tools required; work with blueprints and drawings and be able to plan and lay outwork, ensuring that materials and related items will meet code requirements.

Maintains security and control of the work area by maintaining key and inmate accountability. 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.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System, Department of Justice.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $40.77 - $47.57/hr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-09.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.