Initial Posting Date:

06/25/2025

Application Deadline:

07/27/2025

Agency:

Department of Corrections

Salary Range:

$6,126 - $8,917

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Facility Energy Technician 3 (Salem) - Deadline Extended!

Job Description:

Facility Energy Technician 3 (Salem)

Central Distribution Center – Salem, Oregon

Oregon Department of Corrections

The Department of Corrections is seeking a skilled and dedicated Facility Energy Technician 3 to serve a critical role at our Central Distribution Facility. This is a unique opportunity for a technically proficient tradesperson who also values mentorship, leadership, and community reintegration efforts. Your work will directly support the safety, functionality, and sustainability of our facilities, while making a positive impact on the lives of adults in custody (AICs) through job training and skill development.

About the Job – Your Role

In this role, you'll coordinate and prioritize facility maintenance and repair projects, ensuring safe and efficient operation of HVAC-R systems and related infrastructure. You’ll perform hands-on trades work, including electrical, mechanical, and control systems repair, while also managing project logistics like permits, estimates, and inventory. A key part of your job will be supervising and instructing AICs—teaching them technical skills, enforcing safety and security protocols, and preparing them for future employment. You’ll oversee daily workflows, maintain tool and equipment records, and help keep the Central Distribution Facility running smoothly and securely.

This position is represented by American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). This position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of a recognized HVAC/R apprenticeship program or a two-year HVAC/R accredited trade school in heating and air-conditioning or refrigeration AND two years of full-time experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position;

Four years of full-time experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position;

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Requested Skills

Demonstrated experience installing, maintaining, and repairing commercial HVAC-R systems, including diagnosing and calibrating system components such as thermostats, sensors, motors, and controls;
Working knowledge of electrical systems and codes, with ability to perform electrical work;
Experience supervising or leading work crews, including assigning tasks, monitoring performance, and enforcing safety protocols in a work environment;
Experience training others in trade skills or work procedures, including preparing and delivering hands-on instruction in safe and efficient maintenance practices;
Familiarity with facility work order systems or computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), with the ability to track, prioritize, and document repair and maintenance activities;
Knowledge of and ability to follow institutional safety and security procedures, including conducting area searches and maintaining tool control in a correctional or secure facility;
Experience managing maintenance inventories, including tracking tools, parts, and equipment.

Application Information

In the Work Experience section of your application make sure to include the dates and duties of all relevant positions and details to support how you meet these attributes. If you do not include education or work experience meeting the minimum qualifications, you will not be considered for the position. Only the candidates whose experience most closely matches the qualifications and requested skills of this position will be invited to interview. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the job posting close date.
The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
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As part of our selection process, we may require additional assessment stages, such as written exercises, to further evaluate candidates’ qualifications. Meaningful participation in these exercises is required for all applicants moving forward in the process. Failure to complete the required exercise(s) within the specified timeframe will result in disqualification from consideration. All candidates who successfully complete these screening stages and meet the necessary requirements will advance to the next stage in the selection process.
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Working Conditions

The work is performed in a warehouse/distribution facility composed of middle-aged building and systems with all the inherent risks found therein. It requires work around the operation of equipment unique to warehouse operations. May include working with a crew of unskilled or semi-skilled AICs who may become hostile at any time without provocation. At times the work may be performed in areas with poor ventilation, high temperatures, poor lighting, conditions, etc. Workers may be exposed to or work in inclement weather conditions, which can include rain, standing water, snow, ice, etc. Some work may involve walking and working on uneven ground. When working on, near or around storm drains and sewer systems, the worker may be exposed to contaminants. When working on, near or around heat exchangers, steam pipping and boilers, there is a possibility of burns from hot pipes and exposure to boiler chemicals. Work may include frequent lifting and carrying of equipment (light, medium and heavy). At times, ay work alone, in small groups, or in large groups of both employees and AICs depending upon operational needs. The use of hand tools, powered hand tools, stationary and portable power equipment, painting equipment, ladders, platforms, scaffolding, power lifts, etc. may be required. Some work may include being near to and possibly working with asbestos and/or lead based paint. Workers will be required to us Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safety programs (Respiratory Protection, Asbestos, etc.) as dictated by the work and location. Security regulations require skills and knowledge of daily custody of supervision of AICs assigned to the items/check in/out items. Must perform routine and frequent area searches. Based on a weekly schedule, transport AICs to and from the CDC to the assigned institution.

About the Department

The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for over 12,000 adults in custody in 12 state prisons throughout Oregon. It advises and evaluates counties regarding administration of probation and parole programs supervising more than 24,000 offenders in Oregon communities. The mission is to protect communities, promote accountability, and transform lives.

The Oregon Department of Corrections serves a diverse and changing population of people who are incarcerated and on supervision. We commit to creating an organization both reflecting the diversity of the population we serve and ensuring all employees thrive in a culture of safety, trust, and belonging. We strive to be an anti-racist corrections system. Welcoming, inclusive, and respectful of all people. Free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

The Department offers a variety of programs and opportunity to create a safe and healthy environment to for our staff, volunteers, and adults in custody. Joining the Oregon Department of Corrections is joining a team working for the benefit of our communities through innovative and proven correctional practices.

Benefits

The salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%.

The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package, which includes:

Family health, vision, and dental insurance
Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components
Optional short and long-term disability
Term life insurance
Fully paid retirement program
Oregon Saving Growth Plan
Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
And more

About the Process – What to Expect

After the application deadline, a recruiter will review submissions for education and experience to identify candidates who best fit the minimum qualifications and requested skills.
Top candidates will be referred to the hiring manager.
The hiring manager will review your application and schedule interviews.
Interview will be held with a panel of stakeholders who have completed panel assessment training. Scores will be determined based on predetermined questions and scoring guides. Preferences points will be applied in compliance with relevant laws and bargaining agreements. There may be multiple rounds of interviews.
Final candidates will have a background check, PREA check, and reference checks.
A Classification and Compensation analyst will review the Workday Application of the successful candidate to determine starting wages. Learn more about Equal Pay.
A job offer will be extended through Workday to the successful candidate. Congratulations, and welcome to the team!

Requirements for Employment

The successful candidate for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, there may be some felony convictions that could disqualify you for this position. However, having a felony record does not exclusively restrict you from being considered as an applicant. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer. If you have questions about whether or not your criminal record could disqualify for you, please contact the recruiter for more information.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDI&B) is embedded in the Department of Corrections core values. The department strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Ensuring legal compliance, efficiency, and exceeding expectations to deliver the best public services.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Additional information can be found from The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Know Your Rights.

The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for complying with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA 42 U.S.C. 1997). PREA prohibits the Oregon Department of Corrections from hiring, promoting, or contracting with anyone, (that will have direct contact with residents), who has engaged in, been convicted of, or been civilly or administratively adjudicated for engaging in sexual abuse in confinement settings. Learn more about PREA.

Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility. Please note – if you are a veteran, you will receive a task in Workday to upload your documents immediately after you submit your initial application. You will have up until 24 hours after the posted application deadline to submit the appropriate documentation.

Questions

If you have questions about the position, selection process, or need accommodations to participate in the recruitment process please contact the recruiter and reference the requisition number.

Recruiter: Cynthia Rodriguez, Cynthia.Rodriguez@doc.oregon.gov

Reference Number: Req-182886

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ODOC does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States.
This applicant list may be used to fill future vacancies. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The pay and benefits on all announcements may change without notice.