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Corrections Plumbing Trade Instructor

• SCI Somerset Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $53,036.00
• $107,095.00 Annually dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, Pennsylvania, Somerset 1590 Walters Mill Road (Show on map) Sep 28, 2026 Salary $53,036.00
• $107,095.

00 Annually Location Somerset County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number

CS-2026-59379-98850

Department Department of Corrections Division CR SMR Mntnc Opening Date 09/25/2026 Closing Date 10/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 98850 Position Number 00184320 Union PSCOA Bargaining Unit H1 Pay Group CO37 Bureau / Division Code 00116620 Bureau / Division SCI SOmerset Worksite Address 1590 Walters Mill Road City Somerset, Pennsylvania Zip Code 15510 Contact Name Corleen Schmucker Contact Phone 717.562.5736 Contact Email cschmucker@pa.gov

THE POSITION

The Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a Corrections Plumbing Trade Instructor who is energized by teaching and practical problem-solving. This position lets you lead structured training that supports the efficient operation of the State Correctional Institution(SCI) at Somerset. You will help inmates build discipline, trade knowledge, and productive work habits. This opportunity brings purpose, stability, and the chance to support real vocational progress.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position provides classroom and hands-on instruction in the plumbing trade to support skill development and facility operations at SCI Somerset. The role focuses on guiding inmates through structured learning in standard trade practices. As a Corrections Plumbing Trade Instructor, you will perform the following duties:

Training Instruction:

Teach plumbing practices for systems including water distribution, drainage, heating, fire sprinklers, and building plumbing

Work Crew Direction:

Lead inmate work crews, assign daily schedules, and inspect completed plumbing tasks

Tool Management:

Issue, inventory, and account for tools and materials used during training and work assignments

Supply Planning:

Determine required materials, submit purchase requests, and prepare for plumbing projects

Instruction Methods:

Select teaching approaches based on project needs, inmate skill levels, and learning progress

Record Keeping:

Maintain training documentation, attendance lists, and assignment details 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 7:15 AM to 3:15 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 $53,036.00 (before taxes).

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:

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:

Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.

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.

All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

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:

your score may be lower than deserved.

you may be disqualified.

You may only apply/test once for this posting.

Your results will be provided via email.