Corrections Plumbing Trade Instructor - SCI Coal Township

Are you a motivated and enthusiastic self-starter who is ready to share your expertise in the plumbing trades? The Department of Corrections is seeking a devoted and dedicated Corrections Plumbing Trade Instructor to join our technical education team. In this vital role, you will provide hands-on instruction and on-the-job training to inmates who are interested in pursuing vocational skills in plumbing at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Coal Township. If you are passionate about teaching, skilled in your trade, and interested in making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply and take the next rewarding step in your career!

In this position, you will teach inmates all aspects of the plumbing trade, including standard practices, methods, and procedures related to plumbing systems; hot and cold water distribution; drainage systems; heating systems; fire sprinkler systems; and general building plumbing. You will deliver both hands-on shop instruction and on-the-job training to support inmates' vocational development, covering general plumbing maintenance, preventive maintenance, and the installation of new fixtures and equipment. Responsibilities include conducting classroom instruction using an established trade curriculum, maintaining order and discipline during classroom and work assignments, and keeping accurate records of inmate training progress, attendance, and work details. In addition, you will supervise and guide inmate work crews in completing plumbing work orders as part of their practical training, develop and assign daily schedules, and inspect finished assignments to ensure quality and compliance with trade standards.

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 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday.
• 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 $51,868.00 (before taxes).
• 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:

• Five years of experience in the inspection, maintenance, repair, assembly, and installation of pipes, fittings, and fixtures used in heating, water, and drainage systems; or
• Completion of an approved apprenticeship in the plumbing trade; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year of journey level work in the plumbing trade.

Other Requirements:

• You must successfully complete basic training in Elizabethtown, PA.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• 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.

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).
• 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.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  1. your score may be lower than deserved.
  2. you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.