Corrections Utility Plant Operator - State Correctional Institution at Chester

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Chester, PA • 3h ago

Reference #: 5214813 THE POSITION

The Department of Corrections State Correctional Institution at Chester is seeking an energetic, motivated person with experience in the safe operation of an institution utility plant.

If you have experience in the operation of boilers at a utility plant and wish to explore a rewarding career that offers the opportunity to share your skills while earning a great salary and benefits, the PA Department of Corrections wants to hear from you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Corrections Utility Plant Operator, you will be responsible for supervising inmate work crews in the performance of assignments while maintaining proper security and compliance with all policies, processes, and procedures. Duties will involve maintaining efficient operations of three water tube boilers, inclusive of utilizing manual and automatic control operation systems, interpreting meters and gauges, performing scheduled and non-routine maintenance and operational assessments, cleaning equipment, and making minor repairs to ensure proper functionality.

Within this role, you will operate and maintain auxiliary equipment such as feedwater pumps, condensate pumps, chemical feed pumps, forced draft fans, and control equipment, in addition to testing boiler water chemistry and the water softening system. Detailed logs must be maintained surrounding testing and inventory of water treatment chemicals, reagents, and supplies needed for testing.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment, 40 hours/week Work hours to be determined, based upon operational needs: 2nd shift: 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, Sunday - Thursday, with a shift differential of $1.25 per hour 3rd shift: 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM, Thursday - Monday, with a shift differential of $1.15 per hour This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $47,925.00 (before taxes). However, a higher salary may be established in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Three years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of a steam or hot water generating plant, or a steam and electric generating plant; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements: Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirement You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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