CDOC Licensed Boiler Operator Lieutenant CSLTS II (Sterling)

State of Colorado • Sterling, CO

12h • Onsite

About The Position

This Correctional Support Licensed Trades Supervisor II (CSLTS II) is a Licensed Boiler Operator Lieutenant for the Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC), at the Sterling Correctional Facility. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: ensuring the safety and security of the general public, staff and offenders; supervising subordinate staff and offender workers and ensuring the safe and efficient operations of the Central Plant and emergency services of associated systems.

Requirements

• Active Stationary Engineer License
• Five (5) years of employment experience performing predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance on high and low pressure steam generation and distribution systems and repairing and replacing steam operated equipment/systems.
• At least one of the five years must include supervisory or work leader duties such as scheduling, assigning tasks, tracking time, and overseeing the work product of subordinate staff or offender workers.
• Strong work ethic, integrity, and dependability.
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills and the ability to motivate co-workers and inmates to work cooperatively.
• Proficiency in boiler plant operations.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance on the boiler and peripheral systems/equipment.
• Ability to trouble-shoot and ensure uninterrupted service in a high stress, security driven environment with mandatory reporting/logging guidelines.
• Knowledge of and ability to adhere to local, state and federal regulations and guidelines to maintain compliant operations.
• Strong desire to work cohesively as a team.
• Ability to effectively supervise inmates and prepare them for successful community re-entry.
• Strong desire to ensure organization and the timely, systematic completion of repairs and maintenance.
• Willingness and ability to maintain a safe and secure work environment and respond to emergency situations.
• Ability to pay special attention to details and determination to use state resources efficiently.
• Ability to perform intermediate keyboarding skills, manipulate electronic computerized programs and communicate via computer based email.
• Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations.
• Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift.
• Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction.
• Ability to read and comprehend the English language
• Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing
• Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind.
• Must be 21 years of age
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED
• Have NO felony convictions
• Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security.
• Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury
• Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently.
• Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations.
• Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner.
• Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed offenders.
• Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments
• Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings
• Willing and able to travel
• Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, and graveyards (nights), which includes a rotating shift schedule.
• TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire
• Successful completion of a background investigation is required.
• Employees (see exception below) may use marijuana in their personal time but are prohibited from working while under the influence of any substance, including marijuana.
• A drug test will be administered to all new employees; employees must successfully pass.
• Random drug screening will occur throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

• Employees who are rehired or reinstated within six months of their separation will return at either their previous pay rate if hired into the same class level or based on their time in the class series, whichever is higher.
• Those rehired or reinstated after six months' separation will be calculated using the same formula for new hires and promotions.
• Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified employees are prohibited from the use of marijuana.
• Health care professionals must check their licensing requirements regarding marijuana use.

Responsibilities

• Maintains safety and security of facility and work sites; through clear and accurate communication trains and guides staff and offenders in comprehensive key, tool, equipment, and chemical control and use as well as correct reporting procedures; performs inmate counts, shakedowns, cell and work area searches, offender escorts and transportation, movement control and the proper application of restraints and force; accounts for all tools in the Central Plants at the end of each shift. Through conscientious observation, clear communications and adherence to agency Administrative Regulations, facility Implementation Adjustments and the Code of Penal Discipline, promotes a safe and secure environment.
• Provides supervision of assigned staff and offender workers; promotes a high level of performance by setting the work standard according to agency mission, vision and values. Trains and instructs staff and offenders in the appropriate use of all relevant tools, equipment and procedures to ensure efficient, safe and effective completion of assigned tasks; stresses safe labor practices and the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for self, staff and offenders; exemplifies a professional workforce that embodies honesty, integrity, and ethical behavior.
• Assists in hiring process by interviewing applicants and making recommendations for appointment and promotion; coaches and mentors assigned staff in order to ensure required annual training, promote teamwork and opportunity and resolve problems; trains staff in policy and methods of supervision, agency Administrative Regulations, facility Operational Memoranda, Posted Operational Rules and Post Orders; creates staff performance plans; clearly communicates goals and expectations while seeking employee input and concerns; monitors and documents performance in order to support corrective and disciplinary actions, as well as development of employee evaluations and plans; conducts performance evaluations, resolves informal grievances; creates schedules, assigns tasks, inspects work; approves time, monitors employee hours, and enters payroll information.
• Participates in offender classification and hiring process by interviewing and reviewing offender file to ensure appropriate assignments and training; tracks and calculates offender hours and pay, creates schedule and assigns tasks, inspects work and performs offender evaluations; trains offenders in the proper use of all relevant tools, equipment and procedures; reduces offender idleness and creates real life work opportunities to prepare for community re-entry.
• Ensures the safe, efficient, compliant, and cost effective operation and maintenance of the Central Plant, Emergency Generation Plants and peripheral HVAC and plumbing systems at the Sterling Correctional Facility; plans projects, estimates supplies, equipment and cost and makes recommendations to improve efficiency and appearance and conserve resources; evaluates projects, completes job layout based on design and function of project; prioritizes tasks, assigns duties, orders supplies and ensures timely implementation while coordinating with other trades projects and/or emergent or unique conditions; ensures prompt emergency services for central plant plumbing and HVAC, detention, and security equipment, as well as all other door hardware to include gates and sliders.

Benefits

• Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system
• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined. Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans.
• Medical and dental health plans
• Short and long term disability coverage
• Paid life insurance
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED