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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 00268240 |
Description Activated On: 5/18/2026 9:22:02 AM |
Position Purpose: Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. This position performs tasks related to the installation, service, and repair of mechanically, electronically, and pneumatically controlled equipment used to open, close, and lock doors and grilles at SCI Phoenix. This work is performed to ensure the safety and security of employees, inmates, and visitors. |
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Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor. Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor. The following duties are completed in accordance with all applicable policies, procedures, and guidelines: 70% Installs, maintains, and repairs new, existing, and/or inoperable locks and associated mechanisms. Performs routine and preventative maintenance checks to ensure operability of equipment. Produces original and duplicate keys from blanks; logs broken, damaged, and/or lost keys; and makes necessary adjustments to master and issued key sets. Logs and maintains detailed records of all work performed. 10% Determines tools and materials necessary to complete work assignments. Submits purchase requests for tools and materials. Maintains sufficient working inventory of parts and supplies. 10% Oversees inmates in the performance of non-security related tasks, such as moving materials, hanging doors, and repairing door closures. Maintains accurate training, attendance, and wage records. Searches inmates and work areas for contraband. 10% Performs other related duties. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Exercise care, custody, and control over inmates 2. Apply physical force and intervention when appropriate and necessary 3. Apply standard principles and practices of the locksmith trade 4. Reach, bend, stoop, pull, push, kneel, lift, climb, and grasp 5. Be mobile over all types of physical surfaces and levels 6. Spend prolonged periods of time working indoors as well as outdoors in all weather conditions 7. Spend prolonged periods of time standing or walking 8. Work all shifts and posts as required by operational necessities and emergencies 9. Work mandatory overtime in compliance with provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement, with little or no advance notice, whether on or off duty at the time of notification 10. Maintain regular and reliable attendance 11. Use and maintain various equipment and tools used in the locksmith trade 12. Operate basic office equipment 13. Properly wear all portions of assigned uniform 14. Effectively communicate verbally and in writing 15. Establish and maintain effective working relationships 16. Hear and identify sounds (voices, whistle, buzzer, lock release, scuffling, sudden quiet) 17. Visually observe inmates’ activities 18. Administer emergency medical assistance to inmates and staff 19. Attend and participate in all mandatory training and/or testing 20. Travel as required |
Decision Making: Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature. Routine work is performed independently, without the need for direct supervision. Deviation from operational standards, procedures, and work policies are discussed with a supervisor and/or manager prior to implementation. |
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Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License Experience: Licenses, registrations, or certifications: 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A 4. N/A 5. N/A 6. N/A |
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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
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