Corrections Locksmith - SCI Forest

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Jenks Township (PA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Corrections Locksmith for the State Correctional Institution at Forest in Forest County, PA. The role focuses on maintaining door hardware, producing keys, and overseeing inmate work performed on locks to ensure facility security.

Responsibilities include installing and repairing locks, keeping detailed logs, and managing tools and materials. The position requires two years of locksmith experience and CJIS compliance; training is provided as needed.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in the locksmith trade or an equivalent training path.
• Must complete basic training in Elizabethtown, PA.
• Pass background investigation and CJIS compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair mechanical, electronic, and pneumatic lock systems.
• Perform routine preventive checks to ensure operability of equipment.

Skills

Locksmithing

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Security-minded

Education

Two years locksmith experience or equivalent training

Job description

Salary

$49,010.00 - $98,728.00 Annually

Location

Forest County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-59721

Department

Department of Corrections

Division

CR FRS Mntnc

Opening Date

09/30/2026

Closing Date

10/4/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

93470

Position Number

00215035

Union

PSCOA

Bargaining Unit

H1

Pay Group

CO35

Bureau / Division Code

00113220

Bureau / Division

State Correctional Institution at Forest

Worksite Address

286 Woodland Drive

City

Marienville, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

16239

Contact Name

Wendy Mangan

Contact Phone

717.307.3225

Contact Email

[e-mail]

THE POSITION

Are you looking for a hands-on role that maintains operational readiness and physical security of a correctional facility? As a Corrections Locksmith at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Forest, you will help keep the institution running safely and smoothly. Your work ensures that locks, keys, and door systems remain reliable and secure. This role offers steady challenges and the chance to work with a variety of tools and equipment. Become a part of a mission-driven team that relies on your attention to detail and technical skill!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role supports institutional safety by installing, maintaining, and repairing lock systems and related equipment. As a Corrections Locksmith, you will perform the following duties:

• Lock Maintenance: Install and repair mechanical, electronic, and pneumatic lock systems
• Preventative Checks: Perform routine inspections to ensure operability of equipment
• Key Production: Produce keys, log lost or damaged keys, and adjust master key sets
• Record Keeping: Maintain detailed logs of work performed on locks and equipment
• Tool Management: Determine needed tools and materials and submit purchase requests
• Inmate Oversight: Oversee inmates performing non-security tasks and maintain related records

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday.
• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $49,010.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of experience in the locksmith trade;
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirement:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.