CDOC Kitchen/Laundry Equipment Repair Supervisor CSTS I (Canon City)

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This Correctional Support Trades Supervisor I (CSTS I) is a Kitchen/Laundry Equipment Repair Supervisor at a Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) prison facility in Canon City. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to: ensuring the safety and security of the general public, staff and inmates; training and overseeing inmate workers in equipment maintenance and repair skills and procedures; and ensuring the safe, efficient and compliant maintenance of commercial kitchen and laundry equipment. This position promotes the CDOC Mission, Vision and Values with integrity and commitment. Safety and Security - position maintains safety and security of facility and work sites; through clear and accurate communication trains and guides inmates in the proper use of controlled items, keys, tools, equipment and chemicals; enforces security procedures by conducting work site searches; monitors workplace environment and inmate behavior, paying close attention to changes, inappropriate activity or potential problems; initiates verbal reprimands when warranted and, if necessary, physically controls inmates with the proper application of restraints or "use of force" techniques; monitors, supervises and escorts inmates according to facility policy and limits inmate access to restricted areas; position performs inmate counts and transportation; responds to emergency situations such as fights, fires and escapes according to agency policy and writes and submits required reporting. Through conscientious observation, clear communications and adherence to agency Administrative Regulations, facility Implementation Adjustments, Operational Memorandum and the Code of Penal Discipline, position promotes a safe and secure environment. Operations - position ensures the safe, efficient, compliant and cost effective operations of commercial kitchen and laundry equipment; and also assists with other general building and grounds construction, repair or maintenance throughout the facility. Kitchen and Laundry Equipment - position ensures the safe, secure, efficient, compliant and cost effective completion of assigned tasks and projects by performing 'hands on' instructional work alongside inmate workers; position is responsible for the repair and maintenance of commercial kitchen and laundry equipment; this includes refrigerated appliances and walk in coolers and freezers, commercial grade washers and dryers, and other mechanical equipment throughout the facility. Provides instruction and training to inmates in the proper use, care and accountability of applicable tools, equipment, chemicals and machinery to ensure safe, effective, and efficient completion of projects. Position coordinates with other projects, supervisors and managers in order to facilitate most economical use of resources and assists other physical plant staff with duties as assigned. With prior purchase approval and in accordance with fiscal rules and policies, position maintains adequate inventory of supplies and materials for urgent and daily needs; monitors inventory levels and implements procedures for efficient use and elimination of theft, waste, and loss. Supervision - provides supervision of assigned inmate workers; promotes a high level of performance by setting the work standard according to agency mission, vision and values. Trains and instructs staff and inmates in the appropriate use of all relevant tools, equipment and procedures; promotes safe work practices and the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for self, staff and inmates; exemplifies a professional workforce that embodies honesty, integrity, and ethical behavior. Participates in inmate hiring process in order to ensure appropriate placement on crews and training needs; tracks and calculates inmate hours and pay, creates schedule and assigns tasks and resolves informal grievances; inspects work and performs inmate evaluations; reduces inmate idleness and creates real life work opportunities to prepare inmates for community reentry. Position may be required to supervise additional inmate crews in the absence of other supervisors.

Requirements

Four (4) years of employment experience performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on commercial kitchen, laundry, or refrigeration equipment.
OR Four (4) years of employment experience performing preventive, predictive, and repair maintenance on electronic/electrical equipment and/or residential, commercial, or industrial machinery and/or building mechanical systems.
OR A minimum of two (2) years of employment experience performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on commercial kitchen, laundry, or refrigeration equipment, combined with two (2) years of general maintenance employment, grounds maintenance employment, or correctional experience (security-related duties).
Possess a high school diploma or GED.
Must be 21 years of age.
Possess a valid driver’s license.
Have NO felony convictions.
Must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application.
Successfully pass all modules of the six-week Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, to include English reading comprehension, relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics.
Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics (lift arms above head, kick as high as own waist, stabilize another person, use arms/palms/shins/feet to deliver blows, withstand impact, swing a baton, rotate body, get down on knees and up again, exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum).
Must be able to see and hear.
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.
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.
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, 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 may use marijuana in their personal time but are prohibited from working while under the influence of any substance, including marijuana (exception for POST certified employees).
A drug test will be administered to all new employees; employees must successfully pass.
Random drug screening will occur throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Employment experience working on commercial kitchen, laundry, and refrigeration equipment.
Supervisory employment experience within the past two (2) years.
Employment experience ensuring safety and compliance in a secure facility environment.

Responsibilities

Ensuring the safety and security of the general public, staff and inmates.
Training and overseeing inmate workers in equipment maintenance and repair skills and procedures.
Ensuring the safe, efficient and compliant maintenance of commercial kitchen and laundry equipment.
Maintaining safety and security of facility and work sites.
Training and guiding inmates in the proper use of controlled items, keys, tools, equipment and chemicals.
Enforcing security procedures by conducting work site searches.
Monitoring workplace environment and inmate behavior.
Initiating verbal reprimands and physically controlling inmates if necessary.
Monitoring, supervising and escorting inmates.
Performing inmate counts and transportation.
Responding to emergency situations such as fights, fires and escapes.
Writing and submitting required reporting.
Ensuring the safe, efficient, compliant and cost effective operations of commercial kitchen and laundry equipment.
Assisting with other general building and grounds construction, repair or maintenance throughout the facility.
Performing 'hands on' instructional work alongside inmate workers.
Repair and maintenance of commercial kitchen and laundry equipment, including refrigerated appliances, walk-in coolers and freezers, commercial grade washers and dryers, and other mechanical equipment.
Providing instruction and training to inmates in the proper use, care and accountability of applicable tools, equipment, chemicals and machinery.
Coordinating with other projects, supervisors and managers for economical use of resources.
Assisting other physical plant staff with duties as assigned.
Maintaining adequate inventory of supplies and materials.
Monitoring inventory levels and implementing procedures for efficient use and elimination of theft, waste, and loss.
Providing supervision of assigned inmate workers.
Setting work standards according to agency mission, vision and values.
Training and instructing staff and inmates in the appropriate use of all relevant tools, equipment and procedures.
Promoting safe work practices and the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Participating in inmate hiring process.
Tracking and calculating inmate hours and pay.
Creating schedules and assigning tasks.
Resolving informal grievances.
Inspecting work and performing inmate evaluations.
Reducing inmate idleness and creating real-life work opportunities.
Supervising additional inmate crews in the absence of other supervisors.

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
Vacation and sick leave
Wellness program
Tuition reimbursement
Training opportunities