Correction Officer/Boiler Room Engineer

Middlesex Sheriff's Office; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 76,800 - 79,920; Full time

Job summary

The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office in Billerica, MA is seeking a qualified professional to serve as a Correction Officer/Boiler Room Engineer in the Engineering department. The role involves monitoring alarms, operating boilers, and maintaining mechanical systems on a full-time schedule Sunday through Thursday night shift.

Qualified applicants will have boiler room/engineering experience, MA Fireman license, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to lift up to 70 lbs; attendance at MSO Basic

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years boiler room/engineering field experience preferred; Correctional setting experience is also preferred.
• Valid 1st or 2nd Class Fireman License or higher issued by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is required. Maintaining such a license in good standing is also required.
• Graduate from high school or possess a GED equivalency certificate.
• Ability to attend a thirteen-week MSO Correction Officer/Basic Training Academy at the discretion of MSO management.
• Strong knowledge of electricity, plumbing, steam fittings, and all mechanical entities in a boiler room/engineering setting; Building Management Systems is a plus.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects up to 70 lbs.
• Strong written and communication skills, ability to keep accurate records and generate timely reports as required.
• Maintain the yearly training standard as required by the MSO; ability to attend any other training as required by the department.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining start and stop generators and synchronizing them on the switchboard.
• Reading gauges, adjusting equipment, and observing the operation of all machinery.
• Monitoring, operating, and repairing the MSO’s heating and cooling systems.
• Maintaining electronic and physical logs for gauge reading, fuel consumption, and similar data.
• When necessary, patrol the facility; make rounds and take head counts; observe conduct and behavior of inmates; prevent disturbances; investigate suspicious behavior; prepare reports on fires, disturbances and security; may function as a Line Operational Officer as needed.

Skills

Boiler room/Engineering experience

Fireman License

Written communication

Record keeping

Lifting heavy objects 70 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Building Management Systems

Electrical & Plumbing knowledge

Job description

The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office ("MSO") is seeking a qualified professional to work as a Correction Officer/Boiler Room Engineer ("Engineer") in the Engineering department at the Middlesex Jail and House of Correction in Billerica, MA. The work schedule is Sunday through Thursday with an eight‑hour flex shift between 9:00p.m. and 9:00a.m. Days off are Friday and Saturday. The hours and days off are subject to change at the discretion of Management and the needs of the Engineering department. Under direct supervision of the Senior Correction Officer (Sergeant) or employees of higher grade, the Engineer will be responsible for monitoring, assessing, and responding to alarms, maintaining and operating all boilers, furnaces and auxiliary boiler equipment, flow meters, pumps, compressors, generators, chillers, cooling towers, air handlers, and other similar mechanical items. This is a full‑time, non‑exempt position covered under a collective bargaining agreement (NEPBA, Local 500).

Additional duties and responsibilities

• Maintaining start and stop generators and synchronizing them on the switchboard.
• Reading gauges, adjusting equipment, and observing the operation of all machinery.
• Monitoring, operating, and repairing the MSO’s heating and cooling systems.
• Maintaining electronic and physical logs for gauge reading, fuel consumption, and similar data.
• When necessary, patrol the facility; make rounds and take head counts; observe conduct and behavior of inmates, noting significant behavioral patterns; prevent disturbances; note and investigate suspicious inmate behavior, including the possibility of contraband, by searching individuals, vehicles, mail, packages, and inmate quarters; develop working relationships with inmates by referring individuals to appropriate supportive services, as needed, to aid in rehabilitation; prepare reports relative to fires, disturbances, accidents, security breaches, and monthly evaluations on inmates; account for inmate whereabouts; may function as a Line Operational Officer as needed; enforce regulations pertaining to meals, recreation, shakedowns, showers, visits, key control, and inmate movement; assist in the training of new Officers; will be required to work mandatory overtime based on operational needs; must have the flexibility to work on multiple shifts as required; and perform other related work as required.
• Performing and/or assisting in other duties as required by MSO management.

Working Conditions

Work in a correctional facility; working on weekends, nights, holidays and subject to being forced to work over eight (8) hours depending on operational needs. May encounter verbal and physical abuse from offenders; may be required to interact with people who are under physical and/or emotional stress; stand and walk for prolonged periods of time; work alone in an isolated area; lift and carry heavy objects; restrain inmates/detainees in accordance with policy. May also work under exposure to adverse weather conditions.

The individual selected for the position of Correction Officer/Boiler Room Engineer shall be cognizant of the confidential and sensitive nature of working in a law enforcement agency and must comply with all institutional rules regarding safety and security.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years boiler room/engineering field experience preferred; Correctional setting experience is also preferred.
• Valid 1st or 2nd Class Fireman License or higher issued by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is required. Maintaining such a license in good standing is also required.
• Graduate from high school or possess a GED equivalency certificate.
• Ability to attend a thirteen‑week MSO Correction Officer/Basic Training Academy at the discretion of MSO management.
• Strong knowledge of electricity, plumbing, steam fittings, and all mechanical entities in a boiler room/engineering setting, experience with Building Management Systems is a plus.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects up to 70 lbs.
• Strong written and communication skills, ability to keep accurate records and generate timely reports as required.
• Maintain the yearly training standard as required by the MSO; ability to attend any other training as required by the department.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Must have an active valid driver’s license, the right to legally operate a motor vehicle in Massachusetts, an acceptable driving record, and the ability to pass a criminal background check.

Salary

Starting salary range is $76,800.38 to $79,920.38 plus additional incentives, bonuses and employment benefits, provided through a collective bargaining agreement.

The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer.