Power Plant Lead Worker: Buckingham Correctional Center #01745

DHRM; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Corrections at Buckingham Correctional Center seeks a Power Plant Lead Worker to operate and maintain three coal-fired hot water boilers. The role involves supervising inmate workers, ensuring safe plant operations, and maintaining continuous steam flow for the institution.

The candidate must have a high school diploma or GED, a Virginia driver’s license, and strong troubleshooting and procedural skills, with experience in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid Virginia Driver's License.
• Experience with hand tools, electrical and pneumatic power tools and equipment.
• Ability to read and follow written procedures and prioritize work.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally, electronically and in writing.
• Ability to troubleshoot, analyze and repair equipment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply operating procedures and policies.
• Ability to complete work assignments with minimal guidance.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate, monitor, and maintain 3 coal-fired hot water boilers, related support and auxiliary equipment and systems.
• Provide supervision, support, training and guidance to the inmate work force performing routine daily tasks, corrective maintenance procedures and plant operations.
• Provide continuous, reliable steam flow to the Institution in a safe and efficient manner.
• Supervise and train inmates on safe plant operations and maintenance practices.

Skills

Hand tools

Electrical tools

Pneumatic tools

Written & verbal communication

Troubleshooting & repair

Reading procedures

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Title: Power Plant Lead Worker: Buckingham Correctional Center #01745

State Role Title: Utility Plant Specialist II

Hiring Range: $42,786.00 - $66,746.00

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Buckingham Correctional Center

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Safely and efficiently operate, monitor, and maintain 3 coal-fired Hot Water boilers, related support and auxiliary equipment and systems according to all applicable Federal, State, and local Regulations. Provide supervision, support, training and guidance to the inmate work force performing routine daily tasks, corrective maintenance procedures and plant operations. Provides continuous, reliable steam flow to the Institution in a safe and efficient manner. Serves as essential personnel. Supervise and train inmates on safe plant operations and maintenance practices.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent. Valid Virginia Driver's License. Experience working with hand tools, electrical and pneumatic power tools and equipment. The demonstrated ability to read and follow written procedures and prioritize work assignments. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally, electronically and in writing. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, analyze and repair equipment as necessary. Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and apply operating procedures and policies. Demonstrated ability to complete work assignments with minimal guidance from supervisor or others. Experience with Microsoft office Suite.

Additional Considerations

Training and experience in Boiler operation, maintenance, and repair. State certified Boiler Operator License. General maintenance experience. Plumbing and electrical experience. Word, Excel program experience. Working knowledge of hot water boiler operation, water treatment chemistry, and all associated auxiliary equipment preferred. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, analyze and repair equipment as necessary. Be able to use Time & Attendance software/programs. Heavy equipment operation.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

f selected as a finalist with the Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC), candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.

VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program – Virginia Department of Veterans Services.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

Email: Emailed applications are not accepted.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.