Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic Supervisor (HVAC Foreman)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System•Bastrop, TX
•Onsite

About The Position

Supervises inmate workers involved in the new construction, rehabilitation, repair and maintenance of the institution's heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. Performs routine preventive maintenance on systems that operate continuously. Must possess skills and knowledge to use measuring instruments and tools required; work with blueprints and drawings and be able to plan and lay out work, ensuring that materials and related items will meet code requirements. Maintains security and control of the work area by maintaining key and inmate accountability. 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.

Requirements

  • U.S. Citizenship is Required.
  • Applicant must have had sufficient training and experience to show their ability to perform the duties of the position.
  • Must meet the Barely Acceptable level on both screen-out elements (Ability to supervise) and (Aptitude for work with prisoners).
  • Receive at least one half of the total possible points.
  • Furnish detailed information on your resume to support your assessment responses to demonstrate that you clearly possess the experience and skills to successfully perform the duties of this position.
  • Applicant must possess an EPA approved, Section 608 Technician Certifications "Type I" and "Type II" OR Possess an EPA approved, Section 608 Technician Certification "Universal".
  • ALL applicants MUST electronically upload a copy of their certification at the time you apply.
  • Current BOP Employees in the WS-5306 positions will be considered to have met the selective factor for the position.
  • Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a urinalysis, physical, and background investigation.
  • All applicants are subject to National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and credit checks.
  • All applicants not currently working in an institution will be required to complete a qualification inquiry regarding convictions of misdemeanor crimes of domestic violence in order to be authorized to carry a firearm.
  • Successful completion of the "Introduction to Correctional Techniques," three-week training course at Glynco, Georgia is required.
  • The addresses listed on the USAJOBS account/resume must be the primary residence at the time of application.
  • Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Nice To Haves

  • Skills and knowledge to use measuring instruments and tools required.
  • Able to work with blueprints and drawings.
  • Able to plan and lay out work, ensuring that materials and related items will meet code requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Supervises inmate workers involved in the new construction, rehabilitation, repair and maintenance of the institution's heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.
  • Performs routine preventive maintenance on systems that operate continuously.
  • Maintains security and control of the work area by maintaining key and inmate accountability.
  • Maintains security of the institution.

Benefits

  • A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
  • As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
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