Maintenance Worker Supervisor (Maintenance Worker Foreman)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System • Loretto, PA

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About The Position

The Maintenance Worker Supervisor is responsible for maintaining and repairing institution buildings and structures while supervising inmate workers. The role includes training workers in construction, repair, maintenance, and renovation of buildings, grounds, fixtures, utilities, and related structures, using a variety of trade practices. The supervisor also develops plans, specifications, and blueprint drawings; follows safety procedures for hazardous-material handling, OSHA requirements, and environmental issues; and orders and purchases materials and equipment for assigned projects. This position also carries regular and recurring correctional duties to help maintain institutional security, which take precedence over other responsibilities.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Meet the Barely Acceptable level on the Ability to Supervise screen-out element.
• Meet the Barely Acceptable level on the Aptitude for Work with Prisoners screen-out element.
• Receive at least one half of the total possible points in the applicant assessment.
• Provide detailed resume information supporting assessment responses and demonstrating relevant experience and skills.
• Complete a pre-employment and panel interview, urinalysis, physical, and background investigation satisfactorily.
• Pass screening requirements related to National Crime Information Center (NCIC) checks and a credit check.
• Applicants not currently working in an institution must complete a qualification inquiry regarding misdemeanor domestic violence convictions to be authorized to carry a firearm.
• Successfully complete the three-week Introduction to Correctional Techniques training course in Glynco, Georgia.
• Applicants subject to the maximum entry age of 36 for original appointment to a Bureau of Prisons institution must meet the age requirement or provide applicable documentation of prior federal law enforcement coverage; qualified preference-eligible veterans may be exempt.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train inmate workers in construction, repair, maintenance, and renovation work.
• Oversee maintenance and repair of institution buildings, structures, grounds, fixtures, and utilities.
• Use or supervise work involving carpentry, masonry, plumbing, cement work, painting, welding, roofing, and related trades.
• Design and develop plans, specifications, and blueprint drawings.
• Adhere to hazardous-material handling procedures, OSHA requirements, and environmental requirements.
• Order and purchase materials and equipment needed for assigned projects.
• Help maintain the security of the institution through regular and recurring correctional responsibilities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package, with benefits available to employees and their families; specific eligibility depends on position type.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed