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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Corrections Utility Plant Operator - SCI Chester in Chester, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4614319 THE POSITION
If you want to highlight your skills in operating utility plant systems and equipment, this role is perfect for you! The Department of Corrections, State Correctional Institution at Chester is seeking an energetic and dedicated Utility Plant Operator. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the operation of steam boilers, heating boilers, chilled water systems, cooling towers, and standby generators. If you are interested in a fulfilling career where you can exhibit your abilities, apply now to become a part of our committed facility operations team.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Corrections Utility Plant Operator, you will oversee an inmate work crew while handling tasks related to the operation, maintenance, and repair of a boiler plant. Your responsibilities will include ensuring the efficient operation of gas and oil boilers under both normal and emergency conditions, using both manual and automatic control systems. You will interpret visual and aural gauges, meters, and sensing devices, perform both routine and non-routine maintenance, and conduct operational assessments. Additionally, you will clean and maintain equipment, make minor repairs to ensure proper functionality, and operate and maintain auxiliary equipment. You will work independently to analyze problems and implement effective solutions.
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Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment, 40-hour work week Work hours are to be determined, based upon operational needs. Shifts include 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM, Monday to Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. 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.
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.
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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
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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.