NEOGOV · 1 week ago
CDOC Boiler Operator Supervisor CSTS I (Canon City)
Canon City, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$5,031/mo - $7,043/mo
4+ years expNEOGOV is part of the State of Colorado, dedicated to supporting state government and its citizens. They are seeking a Boiler Operator Supervisor for the Colorado Department of Corrections in Canon City, responsible for ensuring safe and efficient boiler operations while supervising and training inmate workers.
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U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Ensuring the safety and security of the general public, facility staff and inmates
Ensuring safe and efficient boiler operations and supervising and training inmate workers
Maintains safety and security of facility and work sites; through clear and accurate communication trains and guides inmates in the proper use of controlled items, tools, equipment, and chemicals
Enforces security procedures by conducting work site searches and monitoring workplace environment and inmate behavior, paying close attention to changes, inappropriate activity or potential problems
Initiates verbal reprimands when warranted and, if necessary, physically controls inmates with the proper application of restraints or 'use of force' techniques
Monitors, supervises and escorts inmates according to policy and limits inmate access to restricted areas
Performs inmate counts and transportation; responds to emergency situations such as fights, fires, and escapes according to policy and writes and submits required reporting
Ensures the safe, efficient, compliant, and cost effective completion of all phases of boiler house operations
Conducts regular checks, reads gages, works on water heaters, air handlers, heat exchange pumps, and steam traps
Ensures complete preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance on boiler and associated peripheral systems and equipment
Provides supervision of assigned inmate workers; promotes a high level of performance by setting the work standard according to agency mission, vision and values
Participates in the hiring of inmates, trains and instructs inmates in boiler operations and proper use of tools and equipment
Creates schedules, assigns work and conducts job evaluations; monitors hours, posts wages and updates records
Ensures compliance with Colorado Boiler Code, International Mechanical Code, American Correctional Association and all applicable policy, regulations and standards
Tracks usage of tools, equipment and parts, expenses and waste in order to remain within allotted budget, uses due diligence to discover likely areas of inefficiencies to reduce waste and prevent theft
May be required to work additional hours or shifts to maintain security
Works in close proximity to industrial equipment and in a relatively loud and busy atmosphere
Qualification
Required
Four (4) years of employment experience as a utility plant or boiler operator performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on steam or hydronic hot water boilers and associated pumps, motors, and plumbing and/or installing and repairing boiler systems
Four (4) years of employment experience installing, repairing, and maintaining HVAC systems which must include hot water boilers or steam boilers above 15 psi
A minimum of two (2) years of experience as described above may be combined with plumbing, pipe-fitting and/or HVAC employment performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance or installations and repairs in residential, commercial, or industrial facilities
Correctional Experience - must be security related duties where primary responsibilities included detaining, controlling movement and escorting inmates in a prison facility; conducting counts and searches while monitoring inmate assignments and movement throughout the day
Successful completion of a formalized apprenticeship program or degree through an accredited, non-correspondence vocational or trade school that resulted in demonstrated competencies equivalent to those learned through the required experience may substitute for experience on a year for year basis
Strong work ethic, integrity, and dependability
Sound judgment and decision making skills
Strong communication, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills and the ability to motivate co-workers and inmates to work cooperatively
Proficiency in boiler plant operations
Knowledge of and ability to perform predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance on the boiler and peripheral systems/equipment
Ability to trouble-shoot and ensure uninterrupted service in a high stress, security driven environment with mandatory reporting/logging guidelines
Knowledge of and ability to adhere to local, state and federal regulations and guidelines to maintain compliant operations
Strong desire to work cohesively as a team
Ability to effectively supervise inmates and prepare them for successful community re-entry
Strong desire to ensure organization and the timely, systematic completion of repairs and maintenance
Willingness and ability to maintain a safe and secure work environment and respond to emergency situations
Ability to pay special attention to details and determination to use state resources efficiently
Ability to perform intermediate keyboarding skills, manipulate electronic computerized programs and communicate via computer based email
Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations
Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift
Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction
Ability to read and comprehend the English language
Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing
Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind
Must be 21 years of age
Possess a valid driver's license
Possess a high school diploma or GED
Have NO felony convictions
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position
Successfully pass all modules of the six-week Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training
Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics
Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security
Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury
Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently
Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations
Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner
Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed offenders
Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments
Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings
Willing and able to travel
Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, and graveyards (nights), which includes a rotating shift schedule
TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire
Successful completion of a background investigation is required
Preferred
Stationary Engineer Certification
Boiler Operator Certification
Experience providing supervisory/work lead duties making decisions or recommendations that affect the pay, status, or tenure of subordinate staff or inmates
Benefits
Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans.
Medical and dental health plans
Short and long term disability coverage
Paid life insurance
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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