JOB DETAILS

PRISON MAINTENANCE WORKER

CompanyDauphin County
LocationHarrisburg
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 1, 2026
About The Company
Dauphin County, in the heart of Pennsylvania, is the preferred place to live, work and raise a family. Dauphin County government provides a vast number of programs and services for its 286,000 residents. Management of the county is the responsibility of a three-member Board of County Commissioners, whose members are elected at-large by county voters to serve four-year terms. They are assisted by a number of professionals, including a chief clerk/chief of staff, elected row officers, and solicitors. Dauphin County’s departments include Community and Economic Development, Criminal Investigation Division, Court and Deputy Court Administrations, Domestic Relations, Emergency Management Agency, Facility Maintenance, Human Resources, Human Services, Information Technology, Probation Services, Public Defender, Purchasing, Risk Management, Safety and Security, Solid Waste and Recycling, Tax Assessment, Veterans’ Affairs, Voter Registration, Work Release as well as various row offices. The following agencies comprise the county’s Human Services: Area Agency on Aging, Social Services for Children & Youth, Drug & Alcohol, and Mental Health/Intellectual Disabilities. The county also operates Dauphin County Prison and the Judicial Center.
About the Role

Rate:  Starting $54,080/year plus overtime and incentives. 

Job Identification: 1234

Job Schedule: Full time

Job Shift: Day/Evening

Location: 501 Mall Road, Harrisburg, PA, 17111, US

 

LOOKING FOR BETTER PAY AND BENEFITS? We’ve got you covered.


Our starting pay and step increases are already among the best among our peers – and getting even better. But we also want you to build a career with us. That’s why we offer the highest career pay rates of similar correctional facilities in our region.

 

READY TO SERVE? Apply today to be our next Maintenance Worker.


The Maintenance Worker is responsible for ensuring the upkeep and functionality of facilities and equipment. The Maintenance Worker performs a variety of tasks, including repairing electrical, plumbing, and structural systems, conducting routine inspections, and addressing maintenance needs to prevent breakdowns. Additionally, they may oversee the inventory and use of tools and supplies to ensure a safe and efficient environment and reports to the Deputy Warden of Operations. This is a union position.

Never worked in a prison before? We’ve got you covered. At Dauphin County Prison, we offer education and on-the-job training to ensure you are successful. This includes a 2-week post-employment orientation, including instruction by staff and peers.

 

THE DETAILS:


The role involves maintaining and repairing electrical devices, fixtures, alarm systems, and security systems within the Prison and on the premises. Responsibilities also include maintaining and repairing plumbing fixtures and connections, performing minor structural repairs to buildings and barriers, and supervising the use, maintenance, and repair of the laundry plant. The position oversees the inventory and distribution of maintenance supplies and supervises prison inmates in the performance of authorized tasks. Additional duties include assisting in surveying and reporting on the condition of the plant and premises, as well as managing the inventory, classification, storage, and requisition of tools and implements.

 

OUR MISSION & VALUES:


Dauphin County Prison’s mission is to professionally and proudly serve to improve our community of staff, inmates and the public. We are committed to upholding our core values: Professionalism, Transparency, Compassion, Excellence and Pride.

 

READY TO SERVE? APPLY TODAY!


Click the APPLY Button or call us at 717-780-6800 for more information.

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Minimum Education, Experience, and Training Requirements

Graduation from high school or an accredited equivalency program, plus one year of experience in trade or maintenance work. Following hire, successful completion and maintenance of accreditation/certification in First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, use of automatic external defibrillator (AED), and satisfactory completion of Basic Training at the PA Department of Corrections Academy or its equivalent is required.

Other Requirements

The qualified candidate must be at least 18 years of age by the date of hire.  A favorable criminal background check, child abuse and FBI clearances are required.  Following hire, successful completion and maintenance of accreditation/certification in First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, and use of automatic external defibrillator (AED). 

Dauphin County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive workplace free of discrimination and harassment. Dauphin County prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Key Skills
Electrical RepairPlumbingStructural RepairsRoutine InspectionsInventory ManagementSafety ComplianceTeam SupervisionMaintenance Planning
Categories
TradesGovernment & Public SectorConstructionSecurity & SafetyManufacturing
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Maintenance Worker is responsible for maintaining and repairing electrical, plumbing, and structural systems within the prison. They also oversee the inventory and use of tools and supplies while supervising inmates in authorized tasks.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
296
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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