CDOC Boiler Operator Supervisor CSTS I (Sterling)

Colorado; Sterling (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team committed to making a difference in public service at an esteemed correctional facility. As a Correctional Support Trades Supervisor, you will oversee boiler operations while ensuring safety and compliance. This role offers a unique opportunity to train and supervise inmates, preparing them for successful community reentry. With a focus on integrity and teamwork, you will play a vital part in enhancing the effectiveness of state government services. If you are passionate about public service and have the skills to lead in a challenging environment, this position is ideal for you.

Benefits

Retirement Benefits

Medical and Dental Plans

Paid Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

11 Paid Holidays

Vacation and Sick Leave

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience as a boiler operator or HVAC technician.
• Experience supervising and training inmate workers.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and security of the facility and supervise inmate workers.
• Conduct regular checks and maintenance on boiler operations.
• Enforce compliance with regulations and manage budgets.

Skills

Boiler Operations

Preventive Maintenance

Supervision

Communication Skills

Conflict Resolution

Education

High School Diploma

Vocational Training

Tools

Boiler Systems

HVAC Systems

Plumbing Tools

Job description

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient.

In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:

• Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system;
• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans. Member Contribution Rates. Correctional Officers I-IV qualify as Safety Officers and are eligible for increased PERA benefits;
• Medical and dental health plans;
• Short and long term disability coverage;
• Paid life insurance;
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave;
• Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more;

Visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits for more information.

Who May Apply: A residency waiver has been granted for this announcement. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

Job Location: This recruitment is for the Sterling Correctional Facility. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location.

This Correctional Support Trades Supervisor I (CSTS I) is a Boiler Operator for the Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) at the Sterling Correctional Facility. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: ensuring the safety and security of the general public, facility staff and inmates; ensuring safe and efficient boiler operations and supervising and training inmate workers. This position prepares inmates for community reentry by promoting the Colorado Department of Corrections Mission and Vision while adhering to a high level of integrity and commitment.

Safety and Security

- position maintains safety and security of facility and work sites; through clear and accurate communication trains and guides inmates in the proper use of controlled items, tools, equipment and chemicals; enforces security procedures by conducting work site searches and monitoring workplace environment and inmate behavior, paying close attention to changes, inappropriate activity or potential problems; initiates verbal reprimands when warranted and, if necessary, physically controls inmates with the proper application of restraints or use of force techniques; monitors, supervises and escorts inmates according to policy and limits inmate access to restricted areas; position performs inmate counts and transportation; responds to emergency situations such as fights, fires and escapes according to policy and writes and submits required reporting. Through conscientious observation, clear communications and adherence to agency Administrative Regulations, facility Implementation Adjustments and the Code of Penal Discipline, position promotes a safe and secure environment.

Operations

- position ensures the safe, efficient, compliant and cost effective completion of all phases of boiler house operations; conducts regular checks, reads gages, works on water heaters, air handlers, heat exchange pumps and steam traps; ensures complete preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance on boiler and associated peripheral systems and equipment.

Supervision

- position provides supervision of assigned inmate workers; promotes a high level of performance by setting the work standard according to agency mission, vision and values. Participates in the hiring of inmates, trains and instructs inmates in boiler operations and proper use of tools and equipment. Creates schedules, assigns work and conducts job evaluations; monitors hours, posts wages and updates records. Exemplifies a professional workforce that embodies honesty, integrity, and ethical behavior. Position provides real life, meaningful work experience to prepare inmates for community reentry.

Compliance/Budget

- position ensures compliance with Colorado Boiler Code, International Mechanical Code, American Correctional Association and all applicable policy, regulations and standards; position tracks usage of tools, equipment and parts, expenses and waste in order to remain within allotted budget, uses due diligence to discover likely areas of inefficiencies to reduce waste and prevent theft.

Position may be required to work additional hours or shifts to maintain security.

Position works in close proximity to industrial equipment and in a relatively loud and busy atmosphere.

Minimum Qualifications

Ensure that the 'Work Experience' section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for. This information will be used to help determine compensation for the position. See resume statements cannot be accepted in lieu of the work experience section of the application. Additional work experience will not be accepted after the job announcement close date for compensation purposes.

Four (4) years of employment experience as a utility plant or boiler operator performing preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance on steam or hydronic hot water boilers and associated pumps, motors and plumbing, and/or installing, and repairing boiler systems.

OR:

Four (4) years of employment experience installing, repairing, and maintaining HVAC systems which must include hot water boilers or steam boilers above 15 psi. OR:
Applicant may meet the four year requirement with a combination of work experience as follows: A minimum of two (2) years of experience as described above may be combined with the following types of experience for a total of four (4) or more years. Plumbing, Pipe-fitting, and/or HVAC employment performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance or installations, and repairs in residential, commercial, or industrial facilities.

Correctional Experience - must be security related duties where primary responsibilities included detaining, controlling movement, and escorting inmates in a prison facility; conducting counts and searches while monitoring inmate assignments and movement throughout the day.

Substitutions: Successful completion of a formalized apprenticeship program or degree through an accredited, non- correspondence vocational or trade school that resulted in demonstrated competencies equivalent to those learned through the required experience may substitute for experience on a year for year basis. Please attach transcripts if you are using this substitution. Transcripts must include the name of the institution, your student ID #, a listing of the course curriculum, the degree earned, and the date awarded.

Required Competencies

• Strong work ethic, integrity, and dependability.
• Sound judgment and decision making skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills, and the ability to motivate co-workers and inmates to work cooperatively.
• Proficiency in boiler plant operations.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance on the boiler and peripheral systems/equipment.
• Ability to trouble-shoot and ensure uninterrupted service in a high stress, security driven environment with mandatory reporting/logging guidelines.
• Knowledge of and ability to adhere to local, state and federal regulations and guidelines to maintain compliant operations.
• Strong desire to work cohesively as a team.
• Ability to effectively supervise inmates and prepare them for successful community re-entry.
• Strong desire to ensure organization and the timely, systematic completion of repairs and maintenance.
• Willingness and ability to maintain a safe and secure work environment and respond to emergency situations.
• Ability to pay special attention to details and determination to use state resources efficiently.
• Ability to perform intermediate keyboarding skills, manipulate electronic computerized programs, and communicate via computer based email.
• Ability to read and comprehend the English language.
• Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind.

Preferred Qualifications

• Related State of Colorado work experience
• Stationary Engineer Certification
• Boiler Operator Certification
• Experience providing supervisory/work lead duties, making decisions or recommendations that affect the pay, status, or tenure of subordinate staff or inmates.

ONLY APPLICANTS WHO MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS BY THE CLOSING DATE SHALL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.