Corrections Maintenance Foreman - SCI Coal Township

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Maintenance Foreman at SCI Coal Township to supervise inmate work crews and complete skilled maintenance across the facility. You will plan schedules, inspect work, guide trades, and manage tools and materials to ensure reliable operations.

The role requires four years of building maintenance experience, a valid driver's license, and CJIS background compliance.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience performing building maintenance, construction, or general trades work.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethton, PA is required.
• You must possess a valid driver's license.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
• You must pass a background investigation and meet CJIS compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead inmate workers in construction, groundskeeping, janitorial duties, and general maintenance.
• Plan daily schedules, oversee tasks, and inspect completed work.
• Provide instruction in the operation of machinery, review tool use, and support preventative maintenance.
• Assist with carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, painting, and other skilled trades.
• Identify needed materials and submit purchase requests to support work assignments.

Skills

Driver's license

Education

Basic training in Elizabethton, PA

Job description

THE POSITION

The Corrections Maintenance Foreman position with the Department of Corrections (DOC) offers an exciting chance to lead hands-on work at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Coal Township. This role places you in a fast-paced environment where you guide inmate work crews, complete projects, and help keep essential operations running. You will play an important part in maintaining facility structure and reliability. Step into a role that encourages teamwork, craftsmanship, and strong daily results.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on supervising inmate work crews and completing skilled maintenance tasks throughout the facility. It involves planning work schedules, inspecting assignments, and ensuring efficient operations. As a Corrections Maintenance Foreman, you will perform the following duties:

• Crew Supervision: Lead inmate workers in construction, groundskeeping, janitorial duties, and general maintenance
• Work Planning: Assign daily schedules, oversee tasks, and inspect completed work
• Skill Guidance: Provide instruction in the operation of machinery, review tool use, and support preventative maintenance
• Trade Assistance: Assist with carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, painting, and other skilled trades
• Tool Inventory: Issue materials, track tools, and conduct searches to ensure proper accountability
• Supply Management: Identify needed materials and submit purchase requests to support work assignments

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 within 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Four years of experience performing building maintenance, construction, or general trades work; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethton, PA is required.
• You must possess a valid driver's license.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• 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.