Physical Plant Supervisor, Construction & Facility Maintenance Manager ; Salem) state

Initial Posting Date: 10/07/2026

Application Deadline: 10/18/2026

Agency:
Department of Corrections Salary Range: $6,834 - $10,569

Position Type:
Employee Position

Oregon State Penitentiary (Salem), Oregon Department of Corrections

This recruitment is open to current State of Oregon employees only. Contractors are not eligible to apply.

The primary purpose of the Physical Plant Supervisor is to plan, coordinate, supervise, and direct the maintenance, repair, and improvement of Oregon State Penitentiary’s buildings, utilities, equipment, infrastructure, and grounds. This position provides management and technical oversight of skilled and semiskilled trades personnel and coordinates the assignment, training, and supervision of AIC work crews assigned to Physical Plant operations. The Physical Plant Supervisor is responsible for maintaining safe, efficient, and effective institutional operations through preventive maintenance, emergency repairs, construction projects, personnel management, budget administration, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

The position also supports the institution’s rehabilitative mission by providing structured work opportunities that develop occupational skills, reinforce positive workplace behaviors, and promote accountability among AIC workers.

• Five (5) years of lead work, foreman work, or supervision related to the class concept; OR Three (3) years of experience related to the class concept AND completion of an accredited vocational-training or construction-training program related to the class concept; OR Two (2) years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field; OR An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Leadership and Staff Supervision – Ability to lead, supervise, and coordinate the work of employees and AIC work crews.
• Facilities Maintenance Management – Knowledge of building systems, mechanical systems, utilities, equipment, security systems, and grounds maintenance.
• Preventive Maintenance Planning – Ability to develop, implement, document, and monitor preventive maintenance programs and schedules.
• Project Management – Ability to plan, coordinate, and oversee construction, renovation, repair, and capital improvement projects.
• Problem‑Solving and Decision‑Making – Ability to evaluate maintenance and operational issues, identify appropriate solutions, and take corrective action.
• Work Planning and Prioritization – Ability to establish work priorities, assign resources, and coordinate projects based on operational and institutional needs.
• Emergency Response – Ability to respond effectively to equipment failures, utility disruptions, maintenance emergencies, and other urgent operational needs.
• Safety and Regulatory Compliance – Knowledge of safety practices and the ability to ensure work is performed in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Communication and Collaboration – Ability to communicate effectively and coordinate work with staff, institutional departments, contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Security and Accountability – Ability to incorporate institutional security requirements into maintenance operations and maintain accountability and control of AIC work crews.

Must be a current State of Oregon employee to apply. Contractors are not eligible for this recruitment.

This position is located inside the Oregon State Penitentiary and works in close contact with adults in custody in the institution setting and may be exposed to hostile situations or incidents. Inherent…