Senior Plant Engineer - Correctional Facility Ops

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 94,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

State of California is seeking a Chief Engineer I (Correctional Facility) for San Quentin State Prison. This in-office, 12-month limited term position oversees heating and mechanical systems, directs maintenance staff and inmate crews, and ensures adherence to safety, budgeting, and contract requirements.

The role requires supervising complex plant operations, coordinating with vendors, and maintaining records and charts. Final filing is 9/30/2026; in-office work location is San Quentin, CA.

Qualifications

• Eligible for Training and Development assignment may also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Supervise operation, maintenance and repair of heating plant and mechanical equipment; assign and supervise workers or inmate crews.
• Direct maintenance and repair of water systems, elevators, laundry equipment, shop machinery, boilers, pumps, and related systems.
• Read schematics/plans, prepare budgets and reports, and ensure compliance with codes and regulations.

Job description

State of California is seeking a Chief Engineer I (Correctional Facility) for San Quentin State Prison. This in-office, 12-month limited term position oversees heating and mechanical systems, directs maintenance staff and inmate crews, and ensures adherence to safety, budgeting, and contract requirements.

The role requires supervising complex plant operations, coordinating with vendors, and maintaining records and charts. Final filing is 9/30/2026; in-office work location is San Quentin, CA.