Boiler Operator, Facility Energy Specialist 2 (Pendleton)

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Boiler Operator, Facility Energy Specialist 2 (Pendleton)

Eastern Oregon Correctional Institution –

The Oregon Department of Corrections (ODOC) seeks to employ career-oriented candidates and offers employment opportunities in a wide variety of challenging occupations. ODOC’s mission is to promote public safety by holding offenders accountable for their actions and reducing the risk of future criminal behavior.

This position is represented by American Federations of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). This position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.

The Eastern Oregon Correctional Institution, (EOCI), is a male correctional facility with the capacity to house 1,682 adults in custody (AICs). This facility was originally built as a state hospital in 1912 and retrofitted to operate as a correctional institution in 1983.

Your Role

The Boiler Operator is tasked with operating, monitoring, and caring for the boiler that provides heat and energy throughout the institution. EOCI is a 24-hour institution that relies heavily on the work of our Boiler Operators for the safety and health of those in our care.

You will work with a team of skilled and unskilled adults in custody to operate, monitor, maintain, document, and repair the boiler. You will be tasked with ensuring proper feed water and fuel to meet the needs of the institution and safely operate the boilers and machinery. Your position may be asked to advise on the operation, maintenance, and repairs including coordinating internal and external trades-workers in facilitating necessary work.

What We Are Looking For

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How to Apply:

Applicants must update their Workday job history. Applications submitted without updating their Workday may not be considered.

Only the candidates whose experience most closely matches the qualifications and requested skills of this position will be invited to an interview.

In the Job History section of your online application clearly describe your experience as it relates to the minimum and special qualifications, requested skills, and/or desired attributes. Be sure to demonstrate you have obtained any skills requested or required through education, work experience, or by showing you have transferable skills (i.e., skills obtained through military education or experience) that substantially relate to this position.

Failure to provide this information may result in eliminating your application from further consideration. A resume will not substitute for completing the work experience section of your application.

Working Conditions

Working in a minimum and medium custody adult correctional facility including daily contact with adults in custody (AIC). Work in metal and fabrications shops.

Requirements for Employment

You must be able to pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following convictions are likely to result in being disqualified for this position: felony convictions, computer theft, identify theft and fraud. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer.

The Selection Process – We expect to

Benefits

The salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range. The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package, which includes family health and dental insurance, optional short and long-term disability and term life insurance – all of which can be tailored to individual needs. Also provided are fully paid retirement program, modest life insurance policy, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.

Additional Information:

IMPORTANT: Please monitor your Workday and email accounts. You may be asked to submit additional information after initial application.

is embedded in the Department of Corrections core values. The department strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Ensuring legal compliance, efficiency, and exceeding expectations to deliver the best public services.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Additional information can be found from The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

ODOC is responsible for complying with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA 42 U.S.C. 1997). PREA prohibits the Oregon Department of Corrections from hiring, promoting, or contracting with anyone (that will have direct contact with residents) who has engaged in, been convicted of, or been civilly or administratively adjudicated for engaging in sexual abuse in confinement settings. For more information regarding PREA please visit: .

Veterans’ Preference

Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. . Please note – if you checked you are a veteran, you will be asked to upload your documents later in the application process, after you have applied.

Questions

If you have questions about the position, please contact the recruiter, and reference number: Req-150926

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