Corrections Maintenance Foreman - SCI Muncy

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Muncy (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 49,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Corrections Maintenance Foreman at the State Correctional Institution at Muncy to lead inmate work crews in maintenance, repair, construction, groundskeeping, and janitorial tasks, ensuring safety and efficiency across the facility.

You will supervise skilled trades such as carpentry, plumbing, painting, electrical work, welding, and related duties, manage tools and materials, and support essential operations with a focus on safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience performing building maintenance, construction, or general trades work; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• You must possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
• CJIS background check and compliance required.

Responsibilities

• Crew Oversight: Lead inmate work crews in completing maintenance, repair, construction, groundskeeping, and janitorial tasks
• Work Inspection: Review completed assignments, provide instruction, and ensure proper operation of machinery and vehicles
• Skilled Trades: Perform or assist with carpentry, plumbing, painting, electrical work, welding, and other skilled trades
• Tool Control: Issue, track, and inventory tools and materials, including conducting searches to maintain accountability
• Material Planning: Determine needed tools and supplies and prepare purchase requests when necessary
• Operational Support: Carry out additional related duties to maintain safe, clean, and functional facility operations

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance

Carpentry

Plumbing

Painting

Electrical

Welding

Tool control

Team supervision

Job description

$49,010.00 - $98,728.00 Annually

Lycoming County, PA

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

N-2026-56828

Department of Corrections

CR MUN Mntnc

08/21/2026

8/25/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

98560

00223860

PSCOA

H1

CO35

00115220

State Correctional Institution at Muncy

6454 State Route 405

Muncy, Pennsylvania

17756

Treina Brinkley

[e-mail]

THE POSITION

Are you prepared to use your expertise to lead maintenance activities as a Corrections Maintenance Foreman with the Department of Corrections? In this job, you will oversee inmate work crews and help complete important repair, construction, and groundskeeping tasks at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Muncy. Your leadership helps keep the facility functioning safely and efficiently. This is a rewarding opportunity to guide teams, build skills, and support essential operations.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role supports the daily maintenance, repair, and construction work needed to keep SCI Muncy operating safely and efficiently. You will oversee inmate work crews and assist with skilled trade tasks across the facility. As a Corrections Maintenance Foreman, you will perform the following duties:

• Crew Oversight: Lead inmate work crews in completing maintenance, repair, construction, groundskeeping, and janitorial tasks
• Work Inspection: Review completed assignments, provide instruction, and ensure proper operation of machinery and vehicles
• Skilled Trades: Perform or assist with carpentry, plumbing, painting, electrical work, welding, and other skilled trades
• Tool Control: Issue, track, and inventory tools and materials, including conducting searches to maintain accountability
• Material Planning: Determine needed tools and supplies and prepare purchase requests when necessary
• Operational Support: Carry out additional related duties to maintain safe, clean, and functional facility operations

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, Sunday - Thursday. Your schedule may include seasonal shift changes as necessary to support snow removal and grounds care.
• 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:

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

Additional Requirements:

• You must possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• 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.