Corrections Maintenance Foreman - SCI Chester
About The Position
The Corrections Maintenance Foreman with the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections leads inmate work crews and supports maintenance and repair operations at the State Correctional Institution at Chester. The role includes planning work, assigning tasks, inspecting completed work, guiding the safe use and care of tools and equipment, maintaining order and safety, and managing tools and materials. The foreman also performs or assists with semi-skilled and skilled work in areas such as carpentry, plumbing, painting, and electrical work. Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania, is required. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position scheduled Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. The position is onsite, with no telework option. New Commonwealth of Pennsylvania employees start at an annual salary of $49,010 before taxes; a higher salary may be established under the applicable collective bargaining agreement. The position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
Requirements
- Four years of experience performing building maintenance, construction, or general trades work, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
- Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania.
- Ability to perform the essential job functions.
- Pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
Responsibilities
- Direct inmate work crews performing maintenance, construction, groundskeeping, and janitorial tasks.
- Plan daily work schedules, assign tasks, and inspect completed work for quality.
- Instruct crew members in the safe use and care of tools, vehicles, and machinery.
- Maintain safety, structure, and proper conduct during work activities.
- Issue, track, and inventory tools and materials, and conduct searches to ensure accountability.
- Perform or assist with semi-skilled and skilled trade work, including carpentry, plumbing, painting, and electrical work.
Benefits
- Eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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