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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Corrections Automotive Mechanic Trade Instructor - SCI Somerset in Pennsylvania
Corrections Automotive Mechanic Trade Instructor - SCI Somerset
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Corrections Automotive Mechanic Trade Instructor - SCI Somerset
Salary
$48,425.00 - $95,536.00 Annually
Location
Somerset County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2024-87015-98800
Department
Department of Corrections
Division
CR SMR Ad
Opening Date
06/20/2024
Closing Date
7/3/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
98800
Position Number
00213203
Union
PSCOA
Bargaining Unit
H1
Pay Group
CO37
Bureau / Division Code
00116600
Bureau / Division
Department of Corrections, State Correctional Institution - Somerset
Worksite Address
1590 Walters Mill Road
City
Somerset, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
15510
Contact Name
Corleen Schmucker
Contact Phone
717.562.5736
Contact Email
cschmucker@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Are you a skilled mechanic interested in sharing your talent with others? The Department of Corrections, State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Somerset is seeking a highly motivated Corrections Automotive Mechanic Trade Instructor. This position gives you the opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of inmates at our facility by educating them in a trade that may allow them to thrive in a meaningful career upon release. Bring your talent and ambition to our facility and make your career aspirations a reality!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Corrections Automotive Mechanic Trade Instructor, you will provide organized on-the-job training and shop instruction for the vocational training of inmates in the automotive mechanic trade. Work involves the close supervision and instruction of inmates through classroom training and work assignments. This includes being responsible for the care, custody, and control of inmates during training and work assignments.
Work is received in the form of work orders which may be accompanied by diagrams, charts, sketches, and schematics. You will have the opportunity to independently determine procedures, tools, equipment, and materials to be used by inmates in carrying out assignments. Work includes performing preventative maintenance, completing repairs, as well as maintaining use and service records for the facilities vehicle and equipment fleet to ensure they are maintained in a safe and operable condition in a manner consistent with the overall goals and objectives of the Maintenance Department. Work is performed under general supervision and is reviewed by a technical or administrative supervisor through conferences, reports, and inspection of completed assignments in accordance with industry and trade competency standards.
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=00213203)
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment, 40 hours per week.
Work hours are 7:15 AM to 3:15 PM, Monday - Friday.
Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $48,425 (before taxes).
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
Note: This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50/55.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Four years of experience in the diagnosis, maintenance, repair, and replacement of various components and systems used in automobiles, trucks, or construction or heavy equipment;or
Completion of an approved apprenticeship in the automotive mechanic trade;or
An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year of journey level work in the automotive mechanic trade.
Special Requirements:
You must possess an active Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning Technician Certificate issued by an approved provider.
You must possess an active motor vehicle license, which is not under suspension.
This position requires possession of an active Pennsylvania Inspection Mechanic Certification for Class C vehicles and Class 7.
Other Requirements:
Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
You must pass a background investigation.
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).
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.
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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
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.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/testonce for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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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
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Do you possess an active Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning Technician Certificate issued by an approved provider?
Yes
No
02
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please provide the certification number and expiration date. If you answered "No" type N/A in the box.
03
Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?
Yes
No
04
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.
05
Do you possess an active Pennsylvania Inspection Mechanic certification for class C vehicles and Class 7?
Yes
No
06
If you answered yes to the previous question, please provide the certification number(s) and expiration date(s) in the text box below. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box.
07
How many years of full-time experience do you possess in the diagnosis, maintenance, repair, and replacement of various components and systems used in automobiles, trucks, or construction or heavy equipment?
A. 4 years or more
B. 3 but less than 4 years
C. 2 but less than 3 years
D. 1 but less than 2 years
E. Less than 1 year
F. None
08
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.
09
Have you completed an approved apprenticeship in the automotive mechanic trade?
Yes
No
10
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 experience must also 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.
11
Have you completed one or more years of full-time journey-level work in the automotive mechanic trade?
Yes
no
12
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 experience must also 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.
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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
Yes
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - PROVIDES VOCATIONAL TRAININGProvides vocational training in the automotive mechanic trade in a classroom, shop, or during work assignments. Teaches the practices, procedures, and methods of the inspection, repair, and overhaul of a variety of automotive equipment by explaining and demonstrating the use of various materials, tools, diagrams, charts, and technical manuals.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have provided VOCATIONAL training in the automotive mechanic trade in a classroom, shop, or in a work environment on the practices, procedures, and methods of the inspection, repair, and overhaul of a variety of automotive equipment such as automobiles, trucks, buses, construction equipment, motorized farm, and lawn equipment; AND I have instructed in the use of various materials, tools, diagrams, charts, and technical manuals.
B. I have provided training to others in the automotive mechanic trade on the practices, procedures, and methods of the inspection, repair, and overhaul of a variety of automotive equipment such as automobiles, trucks, buses, construction equipment, motorized farm, and lawn equipment; AND I have instructed in the use of various materials, tools, diagrams, charts and technical manuals.
C. I have experience in the automotive mechanic trade involving inspection, repair, and overhaul of a variety of automotive equipment such as automobiles, trucks, buses, construction equipment, motorized farm, and lawn equipment; AND I have used standard equipment and tools associated with the trade.
D. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The environment in which you trained (classroom, shop, on-the-job, or combination thereof).
The subject(s) you trained and method of instruction.
Your specific duties and responsibilities.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - ASSIGNS AND REVIEWS WORKAssigns work by using independent judgment to determine the nature of the work and the proper tools, equipment, and materials needed to carry out the training or work assignments. Explains work assignments in a clear and concise manner to convey the desired outcome of the work performed. Issues tools, equipment, and material required; and supervises, monitors, and inspects work in progress and completed work for adherence to automotive mechanic trade standards. Discusses work results with individuals to provide feedback; provides assistance to individuals when corrective action is necessary for the work to meet automotive mechanic trade standards; and documents individuals' progress in the vocational training program.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have independently determined the nature of the task to be performed and have assigned work to others; have issued tools, equipment, and material required; and have supervised, monitored, and inspected work in progress or completed work for adherence to automotive mechanic trade standards. I have also provided feedback and assistance when corrective action is necessary.
B. I have ensured others understood the nature of the work to be performed and that they have been issued the appropriate tools, equipment, and material for their work assignments. I have monitored work in progress for adherence to automotive mechanic trade standards; AND I have provided feedback to others in order to assist them in understanding automotive mechanic trade standards.
C. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
Your level of responsibility in the allocation of work.
Your specific duties and responsibilities.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - MAINTAINS INVENTORYMaintains adequate inventory levels of parts, material, tools, and other supplies to support training or maintenance requirements. Prepares requisitions to replenish inventory as needed.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have monitored inventory levels of parts, materials, tools, and other supplies to support training or maintenance requirements and replenished inventory as necessary.
B. I have monitored inventory levels of parts, materials, tools, and other supplies and have informed the proper individual when inventory needed to be ordered.
C. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
Your specific duties and responsibilities relating to replenishment of inventory levels.
Required Question
Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov