Corrections Wastewater Treatment Plant Foreman

• SCI Mercer Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $49,010.00
• $98,728.00 Annually dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, Pennsylvania, Mercer 801 Butler Pike (Show on map) Sep 30, 2026 Salary $49,010.00
• $98,728.

00 Annually Location Mercer County, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number

N-2026-59398

Department Department of Corrections Division CR MER Mntnc Opening Date 09/30/2026 Closing Date 10/14/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 98580 Position Number 00114587 Union PSCOA Bargaining Unit H1 Pay Group CO35 Bureau / Division Code 00114820 Bureau / Division State Correctional Institution at Mercer Worksite Address 801 Butler Pike City Mercer, Pennsylvania Zip Code 16137 Contact Name Maria Traficante Contact Phone 717.705.9033 Contact Email mtraficant@pa.gov

THE POSITION

Are you ready to lead essential operations and make a real impact? As a Corrections Wastewater Treatment Plant Foreman with the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Mercer, you will help ensure vital systems operate safely and effectively. This role lets you oversee skilled work that supports the health and stability of the facility. Your leadership will guide steady performance and encourage strong teamwork. Step into a role where your efforts directly support compliant practices and reliable plant operations!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on maintaining daily operations of the wastewater treatment plant while directing maintenance tasks and supporting safe working conditions. It ensures equipment, systems, and workflows are functioning correctly through inspections, testing, and oversight of inmate workers. As a Corrections Wastewater Treatment Plant Foreman, you will perform the following duties:

Plant Operations:

Maintain continuous wastewater treatment processes under normal and emergency conditions

Equipment Maintenance:

Operate and maintain motors, pumps, valves, compressors, and related equipment

Water Testing:

Test water chemistry and maintain logs, inventories, and required records

Operational Communication:

Address issues with supervisor and complete paperwork and inventories

Inmate Oversight:

Supervise inmate workers and maintain safe, secure work environments 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 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Scheduled days off will be determined during the hiring process.

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:

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 Requirement:

One year of experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant.

Special Requirements:

You must be in possession of a valid certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Board for Certification of Water and Wastewater Systems Operators as a wastewater treatment plant operator that is equal to or higher than the Class E, Subclasses 1 and 4.

You must be in possession of a valid Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.

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 and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.