Corrections Electrical Trade Instructor

THE POSITION

The Department of Corrections, State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Pine Grove is seeking a highly motivated electrician that enjoys teaching to join our team as a Corrections Electrical Trade Instructor. This position offers you a chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of inmates. This role allows you to guide individuals as they learn valuable electrical trade skills that can help them build a better future. You will join a dedicated agency that values education, structure, and positive change. Step into a role where your teaching helps shape stronger pathways forward.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role focuses on teaching and supervising inmates as they learn and practice electrical trade skills in both classroom and job-site settings. The work supports safe facility operations and helps inmates build meaningful vocational experience. As a Corrections Electrical Trade Instructor, you will perform the following duties:

• Classroom Instruction: Provide lessons on electrical trade methods, tools, and safety practices
• Skill Development: Guide inmates through hands-on training with electrical systems, equipment, and repairs
• Work Supervision: Oversee inmate work crews, monitor conduct, and review completed electrical assignments
• Record Maintenance: Document attendance, progress, work details, and training milestones
• Tool Management: Issue tools, track inventory, and conduct searches to ensure accountability
• Resource Planning: Identify needed materials and submit purchase requests for tools and supplies

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 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 within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $53,036.00 (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:

• Five years of experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical wiring, fixtures, and equipment used in buildings; or
• Completion of an approved apprenticeship in the electrical trade; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year of journey level work in the electrical trade.

Other Requirements:

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.