Corrections Equipment Operator - SCI Frackville

Corrections Equipment Operator - SCI Frackville

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Corrections Equipment Operator - SCI Frackville

Salary

$49,010.00 - $98,728.00 Annually

Location

Schuylkill County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-56744

Department

Department of Corrections

Division

CR FRA Corr Indry

Opening Date

08/19/2026

Closing Date

8/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

69510

Position Number

00069952

Union

PSCOA

Bargaining Unit

H1

Pay Group

CO35

Bureau / Division Code

00113409

Bureau / Division

SCI Frackville

Worksite Address

1111 Altamont Boulevard

City

Frackville, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17931

Contact Name

Yen Le

Contact Phone

717.705.5614

Contact Email

[email protected]

• Description

• Benefits

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THE POSITION

Become a Corrections Equipment Operator with the Department of Corrections (DOC) and take on a role that keeps major operations moving every day. At the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Frackville, you will work with vehicles, equipment, and inmate teams to complete important freight and transport tasks. This position offers the chance to strengthen technical skills, stay active, and support high-demand workflows. Join a team where your focus and determination make a strong impact.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on operating vehicles, transporting freight, and guiding inmate workers to complete daily assignments for SCI Frackville. You will help maintain safe work areas and complete required documentation to support facility operations. As a Corrections Equipment Operator, you will perform the following duties:

• Vehicle Operation: Operate tractor-trailers, trucks, and other motor vehicles to complete transport tasks

• Freight Handling: Load and unload trailers and participate in moving freight as needed

• Inmate Oversight: Train and monitor inmate workers in safe and proper work methods for assigned tasks

• Safety Procedures: Safeguard work areas, issue materials, and search inmates and workspaces for contraband

• Record Keeping: Complete receipts, logs, reports, and documentation required by policy

• Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine safety checks and minor repairs on assigned vehicles and equipment

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00069952) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week

• Work hours are 5:30 AM to 1:30 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 $49,010.00 (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:

• Two years of experience in the operation of tractor-trailer trucks; or

• A combination of experience and training which affords the applicant the required knowledges, skills, and abilities.

Special Requirements:

• You must be in possession of a valid Pennsylvania Class A Commercial Driver's License.

Additional Requirements:

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

• This position is subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with federal regulations.

• 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 willnotbe 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).

• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

• 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 (https://www.pa.gov/agencies/hrmoa/resources/generative-ai-hiring-guidance) 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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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

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*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Necessary Special Requirement- Do you possess an active Pennsylvania Class A Commercial Driver's License?

• Yes

• No

02

If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered "No", type N/A in the text box below.

03

How many years of full-time experience in the operation of tractor-trailer trucks do you possess?

• 2 years or more

• 1 but less than 2 years

• Less than 1 year

• None

04

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

05

Have you completed a course in truck driving with a commercial technical school?

• Yes

• No

06

If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please provide the title of the course, the name of the institution with whom you completed the course, and the number of clock hours completed. If you answered "No", type N/A in the text box below.

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov