CORRECTIONAL MAINTENANCE OFFICER I Electrical (Statewide)

State of Maryland; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) in Maryland is seeking a Correctional Maintenance Officer I Electrical for Baltimore City and nearby facilities. The role focuses on installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems within a correctional setting, including supervision of incarcerated workers to ensure safety and quality.

Responsibilities include training inmates, inspecting work, estimating tasks, ordering materials, and coordinating with vendors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of electrical experience required.
• Valid Maryland driver’s license or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Supervise incarcerated workers and enforce safety rules.
• Assign and oversee maintenance tasks for inmates performing at various proficiency levels.
• Train inmates on methods, tools, and safety procedures.
• Inspect and approve work for quality standards.
• Estimate time, materials and supplies for tasks.
• Order materials and keep records/inventory.
• Performs select installation, maintenance or repair tasks.
• Plan and implement procedures.
• Escort third party vendors and inspect completed work.

Skills

Electrical experience

National Electrical Code

Maintenance and repair skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Introduction

If you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth, apply to join the DPSCS team today! The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. We are one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. In order to fulfill our mission of promoting safety, we have increased security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that will help offenders reintegrate into society upon release. As a member of the DPSCS team, you can have a fulfilling career, while also enjoying a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave), becoming vested in the State pension, supplemental retirement options, and even joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.

GRADE

CORR 0004

LOCATION OF POSITION

Baltimore City Correctional Center (BCCC) 901 Greenmount Avenue Baltimore, Maryland 21202
Eastern Correctional Facility (ECI) 30420 Revells Neck Road Westover, Maryland 21890

Main Purpose of Job

A Correctional Maintenance Officer I Electrical is the entry level of work involving the custody, security and supervision of adult inmates in maintenance and repair work in a correctional environment. Employees in this classification do not supervise other positions. The main purpose of a Correctional Maintenance Officer Electrical position is the installation, maintenance, and repair of high-and low-voltage electrical systems, the instruction and supervision of incarcerated individuals assigned to the shop, and the maintenance of facility custody and security.

POSITION DUTIES

Position duties include:

• Incarcerated individual supervision including: maintaining control and discipline among incarcerated individual workers; conducting searches for contraband items; administering verbal or written disciplinary actions enforcing safety, sanitary, custody and security rules and regulations.
• Assigning installation maintenance or repair tasks to designated incarcerated individual performing at various levels of proficiency in the trade.
• Training and instructing incarcerated individuals regarding methods and techniques, use of tools and equipment, and proper care of tools and equipment.
• Inspecting and approving/disapproving all work performed by incarcerated individuals for adherence to quality standards.
• Estimating time, materials and supplies to conduct assigned maintenance or repair tasks.
• Ordering materials and supplies, keeping records and inventory of materials and tools.
• Personally performing certain installation, maintenance or repair tasks on electrical infrastructure.
• Planning and implementing procedures.
• Operating hand and power tools and equipment needed; maintaining record of time.
• Escorting third party vendors and inspecting completed work assignment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Maryland Correctional Training Commission regulation.
Experience: Two years of electrical experience.
Notes:
1. The above educational requirement is set by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209, Annotated Code of Maryland.
2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience in correctional institutional specialty codes in the criminal justice field of work at a rate of two years of military experience for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants with the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Experience working with heavy commercial building infrastructure.
• Experience maintaining standby generators, transfer switches, and large kitchen/laundry appliances.
• Experience with motor control wiring, fire alarms, security CCTV, and data networks.
• Ability to apply the National Electrical Code.
• Experience with the maintenance and repair of existing electrical infrastructure in commercial buildings.
• Experience with the installation and repair of control wiring for motors, automation, fire-alarm, security CCTV and data networks.
• Experience with inspection, testing and repair of electrical appliances including kitchen and laundry equipment.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland prior to permanent appointment.
2. Some positions in this classification may require employees to acquire the appropriate Maryland driver’s license to operate motor vehicles for the transportation of inmates or supplies.
3. Employees who have not already done so must complete and successfully pass the Entrance Level Correctional Training Course required for the Maryland Correctional Training Commission certificate during the probationary period.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• A completed background investigation
• Oral interview
• Physical examination
• Employees in this classification are subject to call‑in 24 hours a day and, therefore, must provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.
• Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

SELECTION PROCESS

Becoming a Correctional Maintenance Officer requires that a recruit completes the Entry Level Training Program at the Training Academy through the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission (MPCTC), at one of our regional locations throughout the state of Maryland. Upon successful graduation from the Academy, individuals will be assigned to facilities throughout the state of Maryland. This recruitment will be used to fill vacancies throughout the State of Maryland. Please indicate on your application all the counties in the state of Maryland where you are willing to accept employment. Candidates will remain on the certified eligible list for a period of two years. Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date.

Common Disqualifiers

• Prior Drug Use- The Commission may not certify an applicant to a mandated position if the applicant has within a 12 month period immediately preceding the date of hire, unlawfully used natural cannabis or natural cannabinoids.
• Arrest Records- No felony convictions; No misdemeanor convictions within five (5) years; No probations before judgement or parole and probation within five (5) years; Must not currently be on parole or probation; No civil drug convictions within three (3) years.
• Driving Records- No convictions or probations before judgement on any 12-point violation within five (5) years. Including but not limited to driving under the influence, driving while intoxicated, attempting to flee/elude police and/or driving while license is refused/ suspended /revoked /canceled.
• Academy- Must meet the guidelines for certification by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission.
• Military records- No separations less than honorable.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position. For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.

BENEFITS

As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.

• Personal Leave - New State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date)
• Annual Leave - Ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year
• Sick Leave - Fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year
• Parental Leave - up to Sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child
• Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least Twelve (12) holidays per year
• Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.