Correctional Electrician Supervisor

Correctional Electrician Supervisor

• Maine Correctional Center

036001784

Code: 5315

Grade: 20 Pay: $46,366.95 - $62,092.16 (rate includes 3% Salary Adjustment, $0.60/hour Institutional Stipend)

Open: March 1, 2024

Close: March 15, 2024

MDOC is destigmatizing corrections for the betterment of all Maine communities. Through the 'Maine Model of Corrections', we promote the safety of our staff and residents while reducing barriers to meaningful rehabilitative opportunities. We facilitate restorative justice practices that equip justice-involved residents and clients with the skills they need to become contributing members of society upon release, including treatment, education, and job training.

We are committed to rebuilding lives and are searching for great team players, with a professional attitude and well-developed integrity and ethics, to join us in this mission.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This is structure and craft work in supervising the electrical maintenance program and/or construction projects of a correctional facility. Work includes planning, assigning, and supervising the work of a master, journeyman, and helper electricians and installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical equipment and systems; and instructing, overseeing and monitoring inmate behavior for activities of an inmate crew engaged in assigned tasks. This class is differentiated from the Electrician II classification in that a major portion of this job is spent planning, directing, and supervising the work of others and developing and carrying out an electrical maintenance program. Work is performed under limited supervision.

REPRESENTATIVE TASKS:

• Plans, directs, and oversees the installation and maintenance of outside transmission lines, including poles, crossarms, lightning arresters, transformers, and capacitors in order to ensure work is performed safely and conforms with electrical code.

• Directs and inspects the installation and maintenance of light and power circuits in order to ensure circuits are installed properly and are functioning correctly.

• Plans, directs, monitors, inspects, and participates in wiring of various state owned buildings during construction or remodeling in order to ensure work is performed in accordance with electrical code.

• Orders and maintains inventory of materials and equipment in order to maintain an adequate inventory of electrical supplies.

• Plans jobs in order to ensure proper repair, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems.

• Records various procedures and meter readings in order to maintain accurate and up-to-date records.

• Inspects electrical systems, projects, appliances, equipment, and buildings in order to ensure safe and proper functioning.

• Monitors and controls inmate behavior in order to accomplish assigned tasks and maintain institutional security.

• Supervises and instructs inmates working on electrical projects in order to ensure work is accomplished correctly and safely.

• Implements and complies with human resource laws, policies, procedures and practices such as: AA/EEO, recruitment, employment, position classification, performance appraisals, training, discipline, contract administration, human resource components of security protocols of agency information security and confidentiality policies, and employee safety.

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: (These are required to successfully perform the work assigned)

• Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

• Knowledge of the State and National Electrical Code.

• Knowledge of the tools, materials, methods, and practices of the electrical trade.

• Knowledge of the principles and theory of electricity.

• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the electrical trade.

• Ability to supervise subordinate personnel.

• Ability to plan, assign, and evaluate the work of others.

• Ability to interpret and work from sketches, diagrams, and blueprints.

• Ability to keep records and files.

• Ability to estimate materials required for a job.

• Ability to detect and repair defects in a variety of electrical systems and equipment.

• Ability to use and care for tools and equipment used in the electrical trade.

• Ability to use applicable computer programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (Entry level knowledges, skills, and/or abilities may be acquired through, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO the following coursework/training and/or experience).

A High School Diploma or equivalent and a current valid Master Electrician's license as issued by the Electrician's Examining Board and two (2) years experience at the Master level.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class).

A Maine Master Electrician's license as issued by the Electrician's Examining Board.

BENEFITS

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance

• Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3 plus weeks of vacation leave Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

• Health Insurance Coverage- The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28-$12,380.40 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

• Health Insurance Premium Credit- Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.

• Dental Insurance- The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).

• Retirement Plan- The State of Maine contributes 13.9% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.

• Gym Membership Reimbursement- Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.

• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts- Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.

• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness- The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.

• Living Resources Program

• Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child-including fathers and adoptive parents-receive six (6) weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

• Voluntary Deferred Compensation- Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you're looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we'd love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.