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Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse 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.

At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, 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.

Agency Info:

About Logansport State Hospital:
Logansport State Hospital is a state-operated inpatient psychiatric hospital for adults with mental illness. Using an interdisciplinary approach and evidence-based programming, we promote recovery and return of the individual to the community.

Salary Info:

Salary: This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $42,900. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.

Job Info:

This position works 3p-11p. The steam plant operates 24/7 with weekends and holidays required.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows: 

• Make periodic inspections of conditions of fires in boilers. 
• Ensure that Steam Plant is operating within appropriate safety standards. 
• Take periodic readings on equipment operations and maintain data log as per Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) requirements. 
• Ensure the water in salt bin at proper level for use in brine tank and maintain Reverse Osmosis machines for proper boiler operations. 
• Assist in annual overhaul and cleaning of boilers, repairing pumps and mechanical equipment and servicing diesel and electrical motors and engines. 
• Assist in training new employees regarding duties in Steam Plant. 
• In case of coal boilers, adjust stoker feeder to increase or decrease supply of coal or checks proper adjustments on fire in oil fired boilers. 
• In case of coal boilers, adjust dampers and forced air to maintain correct fuel-air ratio. 

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 

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment: 

• High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE). 
• Three (3) years of full-time experience in industrial operations.
• Specialized knowledge of all phases of Steam Plant operation. 
• Specialized knowledge of methods and equipment used in operation of coal and oil-fired boilers. 
• Thorough knowledge of operating standards to ensure safe, efficient Steam Plant operations. 
• Ability to make decisions in emergency situations. 
• Ability to perform required tests on boiler water, condensate softeners, etc. 

You must satisfy the following requirements to continue employment: 

• Must obtain within twelve (12) months, the Facility Operator 3rd Class certification. 

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

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
• Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
• Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k 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
  • 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. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws. 

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov .

The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.

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