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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)
Jul 03, 2026
Salary

$49,010.00 - $98,728.00 Annually

Location

Mercer County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-53192

Department

Department of Corrections

Division

CR MER Mntnc

Opening Date

07/02/2026

Closing Date

7/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

98580

Position Number

00114587

Union

PSCOA

Bargaining Unit

H1

Pay Group

CO35

Bureau / Division Code

00114820

Bureau / Division

SCI 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

Join the Department of Corrections (DOC) as a Corrections Wastewater Treatment Plant Foreman at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Mercer and lead critical operations that keep the entire facility running safely and efficiently. This role places you in the driver's seat of complex treatment systems where your decisions matter every minute. You take charge of problem solving in real time, guiding an inmate work crew, and ensuring high performance across the plant. Step into a position where your technical skill, leadership, and steady judgment make a powerful and lasting impact.


DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position plays an important part in the daily operation and upkeep of the wastewater treatment plant at SCI Mercer. The work supports the efficiency, health, and stability of the entire plant system. As a Corrections Wastewater Treatment Plant Foreman, you will perform the following duties:

  • Plant Operations: Maintain smooth and efficient operation of the treatment plant under normal and emergency conditions
  • Equipment Maintenance: Operate and maintain plant machinery such as pumps, motors, filters, and other mechanical systems
  • Water Testing: Perform testing of influent and effluent water and maintain logs and records
  • Work Crew Oversight: Guide inmate workers, monitor movement, and maintain security procedures in work areas
  • Process Management: Complete paperwork, order supplies, and make recommendations for equipment or process improvements

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. Your pass days 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 Requirements:

  • 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 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.


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