Corrections Utility Plant Operator - SCI Camp Hill

Are you ready to explore an exciting career opportunity that allows you to showcase your knowledge of boilers and utility plant operations? The Department of Corrections (DOC), State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Camp Hill is seeking Corrections Utility Plant Operators. Our energetic and motivated facility team is dedicated to safe operations and maintaining reliable heat and hot water for inmates, staff, and visitors. If you want to know the rewards of sharing your skills with inmate work crews learning a valuable trade, then we encourage you to apply today!

As a Corrections Utility Plant Operator, you will perform work and oversee inmate work crews completing tasks related to the operation, maintenance, and repair of a boiler plant. You will maintain efficient operations of two water tube natural gas/oil fired boilers, two fire tube natural gas/oil fired boilers, and associated equipment under normal and emergency conditions. You will also utilize manual and automatic controls, perform scheduled and unscheduled operational assessments, as well as interpret visual and aural gauges, meters, and sensing devices. This role requires the ability to analyze situations and problems to provide appropriate resolutions that will ensure a continuous supply of heat and hot water. In addition, you will test boiler water chemistry and water softening systems, maintain logs of test results, and inventory water treatment chemicals, reagents, and supplies needed to perform 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 per week
• Work hours are 1st shift (6:00 AM - 2:00 PM); 2nd shift (2:00 PM - 10:00 PM); 3rd shift (10:00 PM - 6:00 AM); with a paid lunch. You will work a rotating schedule and have rotating days off.
• 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.

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 Requirements:

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

This position is subject to the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement or memorandum of understanding.

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 (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• 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.

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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.