THE POSITION
The Corrections Utility Plant Operator at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Fayette plays a key role in keeping vital systems running smoothly. This position supports safe and steady operations across the facility. You will join a hardworking team that values reliability and purpose. Your work helps create a secure and dependable environment for everyone in the institution. If you are ready to take the next step in a rewarding technical career, we invite you to apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position focuses on operating and caring for the facility boiler plant and related equipment while supporting an inmate work crew. The role ensures that heating, cooling, and plant systems function safely and effectively. As a Corrections Utility Plant Operator, you will perform the following duties:
- System Oversight: Monitor heating and cooling equipment during routine and emergency conditions
- Equipment Care: Perform maintenance, clean machinery, and complete basic repairs to support proper operation
- Auxiliary Operation: Operate pumps, fans, control systems, and other supporting equipment
- Water Testing: Check boiler water chemistry and maintain logs of testing and chemical supplies
- Inmate Supervision: Guide inmate workers, check movement, and maintain safe and secure work practices
- Communication Duties: Report concerns to supervisors and complete daily paperwork and inventories
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 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM, with Friday and Saturday or Sunday and Monday as off days.
- Shift differential of $1.25 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.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
Work Location: In person
