Corrections Utility Plant Operator – SCI Laurel Highlands

Reference #: 4693872
THE POSITION

The Department of Corrections, State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Laurel Highlands is seeking an energetic, motivated person with experience in the safe operation of an institution utility plant. An ideal candidate for this position will have a strong understanding of safety regulations and protocols, as well as excellent communication and teamwork skills. If you have experience in the operation of boilers at a utility plant and are interested in a challenging and rewarding career in the corrections industry, we encourage you to apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Corrections Utility Plant Operator, you will be responsible for supervising inmates and maintaining proper security while ensuring work is performed under safe operating procedures. Duties of the position include reading and interpreting gauges, meters, and sensing devices, as well as cleaning and maintaining equipment. You will provide heat and hot water for institutional needs by maintaining boiler operations, including generation of medium pressure steam. In addition, you will perform general housekeeping of the plant, complete documentation and inventories, and address any concerns or obstacles with the supervisor.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment (40-hour work week)
Shift to be determined at the time of hire.
Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $44,753.00 before taxes
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  REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Three years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of a steam or hot water generating plant, or a steam and electric generating plant; 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 Requirement:
You must pass a background investigation.

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 to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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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 qual 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.