Maintenance Worker Supervisor (Maintenance Worker Foreman)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Glenville (WV); On-site; USD 51,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System in Glenville, WV is seeking a Maintenance Worker Supervisor to oversee the maintenance and repair of institution buildings, supervise inmate workers, and manage project plans and safety compliance.

The role requires supervising trades such as carpentry, masonry, plumbing, painting, welding, roofing, and related disciplines, while ensuring security and efficient operations within the facility. Applications open with a deadline of 2026-10-16.

Qualifications

• Supervises and trains inmate workers in maintenance, repairs, and renovations.
• Performs carpentry, masonry, plumbing, painting, welding, roofing, and related trades.
• Develops plans, specifications and blueprint drawings.
• Adheres to safety procedures for hazardous materials, OSHA, and environmental issues.
• Orders and purchases all materials and equipment needed.
• Maintains security of the institution as part of staff responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervises inmate workers performing maintenance and repair of institution buildings and structures.
• Trains inmate workers across carpentry, masonry, plumbing, painting, welding, roofing, and related trades.
• Develops plans, specifications and blueprint drawings for projects.
• Ensures compliance with safety procedures, OSHA requirements, and environmental guidelines.
• Coordinates ordering and purchasing of materials and equipment for projects.
• Keeps security considerations central to all duties as required by the institution.

Job description

Maintenance Worker Supervisor (Maintenance Worker Foreman)

• Hiring Agency: Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for the maintenance and repair of the institution buildings and structures, through the supervision of inmate workers. Supervises and trains inmate workers in various phases associated with the construction, repair, maintenance, and renovation of buildings and related structures, grounds, fixtures and utilities, requiring the use of a variety of trade practices such as carpentry, masonry, plumbing, cement work, painting, welding, roofing, and other related trades.

Responsible for design and development of plans, specifications and blueprint drawings. Responsible for adhering to safety procedures for hazardous material handling, OSHA requirements, and environmental issues. Responsible for the ordering and purchasing of all material/equipment needed to perform assigned projects. Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution.

The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System, Department of Justice.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $37.08 – $43.23/hr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-16.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.