Corrections Electrical Trade Instructor - SCI Pine Grove

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania•Indiana County, PA
•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Corrections at SCI Pine Grove is seeking an electrician who enjoys teaching to serve as a Corrections Electrical Trade Instructor. The position teaches and supervises inmates as they learn and practice electrical trade skills in classroom and job-site settings. The work supports safe facility operations and provides inmates with vocational experience that may help them build a better future. The schedule is full time, 40 hours per week, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The position is not eligible for telework. Selected candidates new to Commonwealth of Pennsylvania employment start at an annual salary of $53,036 before taxes. Full retirement benefits are available at age 50 or 55. Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania is required. Applicants must meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement, be able to perform essential job functions, and pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Requirements

  • Five years of experience installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical wiring, fixtures, and equipment used in buildings; or completion of an approved electrical trade apprenticeship; or an equivalent combination of experience and training that includes one year of journey-level work in the electrical trade.
  • Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania.
  • Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
  • Be able to perform the essential job functions.
  • Pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Teach lessons on electrical trade methods, tools, and safety practices.
  • Guide inmates through hands-on training with electrical systems, equipment, and repairs.
  • Supervise inmate work crews, monitor conduct, and review completed electrical assignments.
  • Document attendance, progress, work details, and training milestones.
  • Issue tools, track inventory, and conduct searches to ensure tool accountability.
  • Identify needed materials and submit purchase requests for tools and supplies.

Benefits

  • Full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
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