Corrections Facility Maintenance Supervisor

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 49,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Corrections Maintenance Foreman to lead inmate crews and oversee a range of maintenance tasks at SCI Chester. You will manage daily work, schedule, and quality control to ensure safe operations within the facility.

The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance across trades, safety discipline, and tool stewardship, with opportunities to contribute to essential infrastructure and operational reliability.

Qualifications

• Four years of maintenance, construction, or general trades experience.
• Equivalent mix of experience and training is allowed.
• Basic training completed in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• Background check and CJIS compliance required.

Responsibilities

• Lead inmate work crews on maintenance, construction, groundskeeping, and janitorial tasks.
• Plan daily schedules, assign tasks, inspect work for quality.
• Provide instruction on safe use and care of tools, vehicles, and machinery.
• Maintain safety and discipline during all work activities.
• Manage tools and materials and conduct inventories for accountability.
• Perform or assist with semi-skilled trades such as carpentry, plumbing, painting, and electrical.

Skills

Maintenance work

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Corrections Maintenance Foreman to lead inmate crews and oversee a range of maintenance tasks at SCI Chester. You will manage daily work, schedule, and quality control to ensure safe operations within the facility.

The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance across trades, safety discipline, and tool stewardship, with opportunities to contribute to essential infrastructure and operational reliability.