Corrections Maintenance Foreman - SCI Phoenix

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Corrections at the State Correctional Institution at Phoenix is seeking a Corrections Maintenance Foreman to manage inmate work crews and ensure facility maintenance. This full-time role involves overseeing various tasks, including construction and janitorial duties, while providing technical guidance and maintaining safety standards. Candidates with relevant experience in building maintenance and a commitment to rehabilitation are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience performing building maintenance or general trades work.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inmate work crews in maintenance and construction tasks.
• Plan schedules and instruct proper operation of machinery.
• Maintain order and discipline of inmates during work assignments.

Skills

Building maintenance

Supervision

Technical independence

Education

Equivalent combination of experience and training

Job description

Are you looking for an opportunity to utilize your experience in building maintenance and repair? Would you enjoy sharing your knowledge with inmates performing tasks in a variety of trades? The Department of Corrections (DOC), State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Phoenix is seeking a highly motivated Corrections Maintenance Foreman.If you are enthusiastic about maintaining a large facility while making a positive impact in the futures of inmates during incarceration, this is the job for you. Make a difference by applying today!

As a Corrections Maintenance Foreman, you will oversee inmate work crews inroutine construction, lawn care, snow removal, janitorial, and other general maintenance tasks. You will plan inmate schedules, instruct proper operation of machinery,and inspect completed work. You will also assist other trades staff in carpentry, plumbing, painting, electrical, refrigeration, masonry, and welding. The role requires exercising technical independence to determine proper procedures and materials necessary to complete work effectively and efficiently. In addition, you will submit requisitionsfor materials and tools, ensure completed work complies with performance standards, and maintain order and discipline of inmates during work assignments.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework:You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

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:

• 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.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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 towww.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us [e-mail].

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.