Corrections Locksmith - SCI Phoenix
About The Position
Become a Corrections Locksmith with the Department of Corrections and support the safety of staff, inmates, and visitors! This role lets you use hands-on skills to solve problems and keep essential systems functioning. This position offers steady, rewarding work where your mechanical talents can shine. You will take on important tasks that keep facility operations safe and reliable. Step into a position where your work makes a meaningful difference every day! DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position supports the safe operation of equipment used to open, close, and secure doors and grilles within the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Phoenix. Your work will help protect employees, inmates, and visitors. As a Corrections Locksmith, you will perform the following duties: Lock System Maintenance: Inspect and repair mechanical, electronic, and pneumatic lock systems to keep them functioning properly Key Production: Create and track keys while maintaining accurate records of issued, damaged, and lost keys Inventory Management: Determine needed tools and materials and maintain an adequate stock of parts and supplies Inmate Oversight: Guide inmates performing non-security related tasks such as moving materials and repairing door components Safety Procedures: Search inmates and work areas to prevent the presence of contraband Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description . Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment, 40 hours per week Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday. This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $47,925.00 (before taxes). A higher salary may be established in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
Requirements
- Two years of experience in the locksmith trade; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
- Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
Responsibilities
- Inspect and repair mechanical, electronic, and pneumatic lock systems to keep them functioning properly
- Create and track keys while maintaining accurate records of issued, damaged, and lost keys
- Determine needed tools and materials and maintain an adequate stock of parts and supplies
- Guide inmates performing non-security related tasks such as moving materials and repairing door components
- Search inmates and work areas to prevent the presence of contraband
Benefits
- Full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
