Maintenance Foreman

About Madison Correctional Facility

Madison Correctional Facility is a minimum‑security, adult‑female facility in Madison, Indiana. It promotes public safety by providing meaningful rehabilitation opportunities. The facility encourages a culture of accountability, integrity, and professionalism, offering programming and work opportunities both on‑grounds and off‑grounds.

Role Overview

As a Maintenance Foreman, you will supervise repair and preventive maintenance across plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and grounds work. The position requires Monday‑through‑Friday work, 7.5 hours per day, and may involve supervising incarcerated individuals and other staff. Advancement into supervisory roles is available.

Salary Statement

The salary starts at $42,900.00 and may be adjusted based on education and work experience.

A Day In The Life – Essential Functions

• Solicit cost estimates or proposals.
• Estimate costs and work hours for maintenance projects.
• Oversee and participate in preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Maintain accountability of materials, tools, equipment, and vehicles.
• Ensure compliance with safety requirements for yourself and personnel.
• Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees.
• Set expectations, measure progress, provide feedback, and evaluate performance.
• Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and procedures.
• Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is essential.

This job description is not exhaustive. Other duties may be added or changed at any time.

What You’ll Need For Success

• Broad knowledge of electrical, carpentry, plumbing, and painting trades.
• Ability to plan, schedule, and supervise job sites.
• Capability to fill in for other foremen.
• Skill to read, analyze, and interpret blueprints and remediation plans.
• Thorough knowledge of standard practices, materials, procedures, and trade equipment.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards, MSDS, and safety precautions.
• Ability to plan and estimate project proposals in terms of equipment, man‑hours, and costs.
• Capacity to endure inclement weather.
• Leadership skills to delegate work, set direction, and manage workflow.
• Proficiency in coaching and developing employee skill sets.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• No degree required.

Additional Employment Requirements

• Must maintain a valid Driver’s License.

Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports

The position may serve as a team lead for an assigned work group and provides supervision for incarcerated individuals, requiring a high level of judgment and care.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana

• Three medical plan options (including RX coverage) and vision and dental plans.
• Wellness Rewards Program with gift card rewards.
• Health savings account with bi‑weekly state contribution.
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match.
• Two fully‑funded pension plan options.
• Paid leave policies: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave, up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers, up to 15 hours of paid community service leave.
• 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays, including 14 on election years.
• Education Reimbursement Program.
• Group life insurance.
• Referral Bonus program.
• Employee assistance program covering behavioral health visits.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program participation.
• Free parking for most positions.
• Free Linked In Learning access.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fair recruitment, selection, development, and promotion. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Contact the Indiana State Personnel Department at  for assistance.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Government Administration

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