Steam Plant Mechanic

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About Pendleton Correctional Facility:

Pendleton Correctional Facility is a maximum‑security facility located in Pendleton, Indiana, housing incarcerated adult males. The facility also operates an adjacent minimum‑security dormitory. While the campus has historic origins, it includes updated housing units and medical areas that support modern correctional operations. Incarcerated individuals can participate in educational programs, GED preparation, and literacy courses. Additional opportunities include substance abuse treatment, parenting courses, and vocational training in auto body repair and printing. Staff emphasize safety, accountability, and skill development. To learn more about Pendleton Correctional Facility, click here.

Salary Statement:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $42,900.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Routinely check, clean, and repair belts, equipment, pumps and all alarm systems for proper functioning and readiness for use.
• Determine malfunctions in a variety of equipment and make appropriate repairs.
• Perform pipefitting and plumbing tasks required for Steam Plant equipment including steam and water lines.
• Perform mechanical repairs on trucks, front-end loaders, elevators, conveyors, and other mechanical equipment.
• Assist Steam Plant Supervisor in annual overhaul and cleaning of boilers, condensate return system, packing of valves and servicing diesel and electric motors and engines.
• Operate or assist in the operation of the plant during emergency or peak periods.
• Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Must obtain within twelve (12) months, the Facility Operator 3rd Class certification.
• Must test negative on all drug screenings if the position is placed in IDOC.
• Ability to use specialized skills in providing plumbing, electrical and mechanical repairs.
• Working knowledge of and skill in use of a wide variety of basic and specialized hand tools required for repair of steam plant equipment.
• Ability to determine malfunctions of Steam Plant equipment and to make repairs.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand schematics to determine function of equipment.

A degree is not required. However, a High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) plus 1 year of work experience in steam plant maintenance or repair of various types of steam plant equipment or completion of an accredited vocational training program in a related area OR two (2) years of work experience in plumbing or maintenance trades.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.