Plumber/Pipefitter Foreman

State of Louisiana•St. Gabriel, LA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position oversees plumbing and pipefitting operations at the Louisiana Correctional Institute for Women (LCIW), supervising maintenance offender's, coordinating complex projects, and ensuring compliance with state standards. The role requires strong technical expertise, leadership, and the ability to work in a secure correctional environment. The Department of Corrections values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs, creating a sense of community, prioritizing internal promotional opportunities, clear communication, and professional development. Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues. DOC offers a generous benefits package including; a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, and alternate work schedules. Alternative work schedules including 4/10’s MAY be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements.

Requirements

Four years of experience or training in pipefitting, steam fitting, or plumbing.
Two years of the required experience must have been on-the-job experience.

Responsibilities

Leads, schedules, and oversees plumbing and pipefitting projects throughout the facility, ensuring timely completion and compliance with state building codes and correctional-facility requirements.
Performs skilled installation, maintenance, and repair of water, sewer, steam, and gas systems, including valves, pumps, fixtures, and associated piping.
Diagnoses complex plumbing issues, determines corrective actions, and ensures repairs are completed safely and efficiently.
Provides hands-on training and daily oversight to inmate orderlies, reinforcing proper trade techniques, safety procedures, and secure tool handling.
Coordinates with other maintenance trades to support multi-disciplinary projects and ensure uninterrupted facility operations.
Maintains accurate records of work performed, materials used, and equipment status; reports critical issues to the Maintenance Manager.
Ensures compliance with all safety regulations, environmental standards, and Department of Corrections policies.
Participates in on-call rotations and responds to emergency maintenance needs that may arise during or outside normal working hours.