Utility Systems Repairer - Operator Supervisor (Utility Systems Repairer - Operator Foreman)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System • Bruceton Mills, WV

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About The Position

Supervises inmate crews responsible for repairing and operating utility systems and equipment, which may include steam-producing boilers, condensate return systems, fire pumps, feedwater systems, and sewage filtering and monitoring systems. The position is responsible for distributing high-voltage electrical loads, including switchgear, transformers, and metering devices. Duties also include efficient operation and maintenance of institutional boilers, air-conditioning equipment, water, sewage, and electricity generation and distribution, as well as replacing or repairing extensive steel piping, expansion joints, and hangers. Like all correctional institution employees, the incumbent is responsible for maintaining institutional security. Correctional responsibilities take precedence over all other duties and are performed regularly and on an ongoing basis.

Requirements

• Applicants must have sufficient training and experience to demonstrate their ability to perform the duties.
• 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 assessment.
• Provide detailed resume information supporting assessment responses and demonstrating the experience and skills needed for the position.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Meet applicable Selective Service requirements.
• Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a pre-employment and panel interview, urinalysis, physical, and background investigation.
• Pass screening requirements involving the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) 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.
• For original appointment to a Bureau of Prisons institution, the maximum entry age is 36, subject to stated exceptions for applicants with prior federal law enforcement coverage or qualified preference-eligible veterans.
• CTAP or ICTAP applicants seeking selection priority must meet program eligibility criteria, be rated well-qualified, and submit required supporting documentation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise inmate crews responsible for repairing and operating utility systems and equipment.
• Operate and maintain utility systems, including boilers, condensate return systems, fire pumps, feedwater systems, and sewage filtering and monitoring systems, as applicable.
• Distribute high-voltage electrical loads using switchgear, transformers, and metering devices.
• Maintain institutional boilers, air-conditioning equipment, water and sewage systems, and electricity generation and distribution systems.
• Replace or repair steel piping, expansion joints, and hangers.
• Maintain the security of the institution and perform correctional responsibilities on a regular and recurring basis.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

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