Power Plant Superintendent: Bland Correctional Center #01720

Virginia Department of Corrections; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Corrections, Bland Correctional Center, seeks a Power Plant Superintendent (Utility Plant Manager I) to oversee the coal-fired steam plant, its operation, maintenance, and safety performance.

The role emphasizes strict adherence to environmental and OSHA standards, reliable steam supply, and supervision of plant staff. Candidates should demonstrate leadership, procedural discipline, and solid computer skills.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to supervise and manage all aspects of operation of coal fired steam boiler plant.
• Knowledgeable of operation, maintenance and water chemistry of coal fired high pressure steam boilers.
• Ability to read and follow written procedures and prioritize tasks with minimal guidance.
• Required computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Manages all aspects of the operation and maintenance of the Bland Correctional Center steam plant.
• Supervises and ensures safe and efficient operation of the steam plant.
• Ensures compliance with applicable environmental and occupational safety requirements.

Skills

Supervisory ability

Procedural compliance

Safety awareness

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Title: Power Plant Superintendent: Bland Correctional Center #01720

State Role Title: Utility Plant Manager I

Hiring Range: $57,623.00 - $89,892.00

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Bland Correctional Center

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Manages all aspects of the operation and maintenance of the Bland Correctional Center, coal fired boiler steam plant. Supervises and ensures safe and efficient operation of the steam plant. Adheres to all applicable Federal and State environmental and occupational safety compliance requirements (Department of Environmental Quality, United States Environmental Protection Agency, State Environmental Policy Act, Virginia Occupational Safety and Health, Virginia Department of Labor and Industry, etc.). Ensures the steam plant produces a reliable steam supply for the Bland Correctional Center.

Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to supervise and manage all aspects of operation of coal fired steam boiler plant. Knowledgeable of the operation, maintenance and water chemistry of coal fired high pressure steam boilers. Demonstrated ability to read and follow written procedures and to prioritize, and complete assignments with minimal guidance. Required computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Additional Considerations

In possession of a current American Society of Power Engineers (ASOPE)/National Institute for the Uniform Licensing of Power Engineers (NIULPE) Operating Engineer License. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training.

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.

If selected as a finalist with the 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.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS / WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION

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.