Corrections Automotive Mechanic Trade Instructor - SCI Phoenix

Commonwealth of PennsylvaniaMontgomery County, PA
Onsite

About The Position

As a Corrections Automotive Mechanic Trade Instructor with the Department of Corrections at SCI Phoenix, you will help guide inmates as they learn real-world mechanic skills. This role offers a rewarding chance to share your expertise while supporting the safe and efficient operation of the facility. You will show leadership, build confidence in others, and play an important part in shaping productive work habits. Your influence will help create meaningful progress for those you instruct. This position focuses on supervising inmate work crews while teaching the standard practices of the automotive mechanic trade.

Requirements

  • Four years of experience in the diagnosis, maintenance, repair, and replacement of various components and systems used in automobiles, trucks, or construction or heavy equipment; or Completion of an approved apprenticeship in the automotive mechanic trade; or An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year of journey level work in the automotive mechanic trade.
  • Possession of an active Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning Technician Certificate issued by an approved provider.
  • Possession of an active motor vehicle license.
  • Possession of an active Pennsylvania Emissions Inspection Certification and an active Pennsylvania Inspection Mechanic certification for class C vehicles and any other class of vehicle used in the facility.
  • Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
  • Meet the PA residency requirement.
  • Able to perform essential job functions.
  • Pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee inmate work crews and inspect completed automotive mechanic assignments
  • Provide training in inspection, repair and overhaul methods for a wide range of automotive equipment
  • Issue, track and account for tools and materials used in daily work
  • Determine needed tools and materials and submit purchase requests as required
  • Record inmate training progress, attendance and assignment details

Benefits

  • Eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55
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