Reference #: 4679448 THE POSITION Are you ready to apply your skills and training in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)? The Department of Human Services, South Mountain Restoration Center, is seeking an HVAC Refrigeration Maintenance Mechanic to join our team of dedicated maintenance professionals. In this role, you will ensure that the center's HVAC, refrigeration, and retherm equipment operates effectively to ensure the comfort and safety of our residents. If you are energetic, reliable, and seeking a fulfilling public service career, we encourage you to apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this position, you will monitor temperatures and maintain all ice machines, air conditioners, refrigerators, freezers, milk coolers, and walk-in boxes that store residents' food. Your duties will include maintaining all circulating pumps associated with refrigeration equipment, installing new refrigeration and HVAC systems, and performing both minor and major repairs on heating systems. Additionally, you will maintain central air conditioning units throughout the facility and operate refrigerant recovery and recycling equipment following manufacturer specifications. You will also handle the recovery and recycling of refrigerants while servicing and repairing air conditioning and refrigeration systems in accordance with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines.

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Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Overtime may be required as needed. May change based on operational needs. Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Two years of experience in the maintenance, repair, or installation of HVAC or refrigeration systems, units, and equipment; or Completion of a three-year Vo-Tech training program in refrigeration, HVAC, or building automation and six months experience in the maintenance, repair, or installation of HVAC or refrigeration systems, related digitally controlled equipment, or BA systems; or An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes one year of experience in the maintenance, repair, or installation of HVAC or refrigeration equipment. Special Requirements:

This position requires possession of a valid Class C driver's license. All employees must obtain an EPA Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification from an approved provider within six months of employment.

Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements: A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination. This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted towar meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.