Electrical Worker Supervisor (Electrical Worker Foreman)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System•Butner, NC

About The Position

The Electrical Worker Supervisor (Electrical Worker Foreman) supervises and trains inmate workers performing non-supervisory electrical installation, construction, and maintenance work. The supervisor may also perform electrical work when security concerns or a lack of skilled inmate workers require it. The position requires skill and knowledge in operating and installing complete wiring systems found in industrial complexes, as well as the ability to interpret and apply the National Electrical Code, local codes, building plans, blueprints, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and trade formulas. As with all correctional institution employees, the incumbent is responsible for maintaining institutional security. Correctional responsibilities take precedence over other duties and are performed regularly and on a recurring basis. Appointment requires satisfactory completion of pre-employment screening and a three-week Introduction to Correctional Techniques course in Glynco, Georgia.

Requirements

Meet the Barely Acceptable level on both screen-out elements: ability to supervise and aptitude for work with prisoners.
Receive at least one half of the total possible points on the applicant assessment and provide detailed resume information supporting the assessment responses.
Have sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the ability to perform the position's duties.
Possess skill and knowledge in the operation and installation of complete wiring systems found in industrial complexes.
Be able to interpret and apply the National Electrical Code, local codes, building plans, blueprints, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and trade formulas.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Satisfactorily complete pre-employment screening, including a panel interview, urinalysis, physical, background investigation, NCIC screening, and credit check.
Complete a qualification inquiry regarding misdemeanor crimes of domestic violence if not currently working in an institution, to determine authorization to carry a firearm.
Successfully complete the three-week Introduction to Correctional Techniques training course in Glynco, Georgia.
Meet the maximum entry age of 36 for original appointment to a Bureau of Prisons institution, unless an applicable exemption or prior federal law enforcement coverage applies.

Responsibilities

Supervise and train inmate workers performing non-supervisory electrical installation, construction, and maintenance work.
Perform electrical work when required by security concerns or a lack of skilled inmate workers.
Maintain the security of the correctional institution as a regular and recurring responsibility.
Interpret and apply the National Electrical Code, local codes, building plans, blueprints, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and trade formulas.