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Power Plant Lead Worker (Multiple Openings) : Bland Correctional Center #01724
Job no: 5109828
Work type: Full-Time (Salaried)
Location: Bland, Virginia
Categories: Public Safety
Title: Power Plant Lead Worker (Multiple Openings) : Bland Correctional Center #01724
State Role Title: Utility Plant Specialist II
Hiring Range: $42,786.00 - $66,746.00
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin
Location: Bland Correctional Center
Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Safely and efficiently operate, monitor, and maintain 3 coal-fired High Pressure steam boilers, related support and auxiliary equipment and systems according to all applicable Federal, State, and local Regulations. Provide supervision, support, training and guidance to the inmate work force performing routine daily tasks, corrective maintenance procedures and plant operations. Provides continuous, reliable steam flow to the Institution in a safe and efficient manner. Serves as essential personnel. Supervise and train inmates on safe plant operations and maintenance practices
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalent. Valid Virginia Drivers License. Experience working with hand tools, electrical and pneumatic power tools and equipment. The ability to read and follow written procedures and prioritize work assignments. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally, electronically and in writing. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, analyze and repair equipment as necessary. Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and apply operating procedures and policies. Demonstrated ability to complete work assignments with minimal guidance from supervisor or others. Experience with Microsoft office Suite.
Additional Considerations
Advanced knowledge, training, certification or experience in in Boiler operation, maintenance and repair. Journey level experience in Power Plant operations or State certified Boiler Operator License.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:
Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.
Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver's License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.
Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.
Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.
VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services.
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Phone: 804-659-8424
Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS / WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Advertised: 19 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 11 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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