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HVAC Refrigeration Technician Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $46,827.00 - $70,592.00 Annually dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, Pennsylvania, Annville Fort Indiantown Gap (Show on map) Sep 10, 2026 Salary $46,827.00 - $70,592.00 Annually Location Lebanon County, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number

N-2026-57961

Department Department of Military & Veterans Affairs Division MV Div Instln Mntnc Opening Date 09/10/2026 Closing Date 9/14/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 97730 Position Number 00303507 Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit J1 Pay Group ST05 Bureau / Division Code 00137105 Bureau / Division Division of Installation Maintenance Worksite Address Fort Indiantown Gap Worksite Address Building 11062 Warehouse Road City Annville, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17003 Contact Name Lori Buffington Contact Phone 717.861.6773 Contact Email lorbuffing@pa.gov

THE POSITION

Are you motivated to keep complex building systems running at their best? The HVAC Refrigeration Technician position with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs offers a hands-on role where your skills ensure safe, efficient, and dependable facility operations at Fort Indiantown Gap. This work supports essential missions and helps protect sensitive areas that rely on steady temperature control. Step into a role where precision and expertise make a real difference. Click here to learn more about the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position ensures that heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems at Fort Indiantown Gap operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. It involves maintaining many types of equipment and applying technical knowledge to keep facilities running smoothly. As a HVAC Refrigeration Technician, you will perform the following duties:

System Maintenance:

Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on HVAC units, test for leaks, and check system operation

Controls Calibration:

Clean and adjust pneumatic and electronic controls, sensors, and actuators

Performance Monitoring:

Evaluate system behavior and identify issues that affect overall efficiency

Airflow Adjustment:

Set and calibrate dampers, valves, and hydronic components to achieve proper system balance

Complex Diagnostics:

Troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment, conduct tests, and service commercial or multi-unit systems

Electrical Work:

Repair electrical controls, determine load requirements, and install wiring according to safety codes Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week

Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

Telework:

You will not have the option to telework in this position.

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:

Successful completion of the HVAC and Building Automation Technician trainee program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or

Three years of experience in the maintenance, repair, and installation of HVAC and refrigeration systems, units, and equipment including one year working with commercial or industrial HVAC or refrigeration equipment and controls; or

An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year working with commercial or industrial HVAC or refrigeration equipment and controls.

Special Requirements:

You must be in possession of an active motor vehicle license.

You must obtain EPA Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification from an approved provider within 6 months of employment.

Additional Requirements:

You must pass a favorable National Crime Information Center (NCIC) screening for admittance to Fort Indiantown Gap.

You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

Willingness and ability to work in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania

Possession of an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Universal Certification

Possession of an Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification

Experience reading and interpreting blueprints or wiring diagrams and schematics

Experience making adjustments and repairs to heating systems (steam, hot water, and gas), as well as refrigeration and freezer units (reach-in and walk-in)

Experience installing refrigeration or HVAC systems, units, equipment, and peripheral devices

Experience performing preventative maintenance on all related equipment

Experience responding to emergencies by going onsite and troubleshooting problems

Experience making online or in-person adjustments as needed to maintain comfortable conditions

Experience conducting building inspections to ensure adequate heating, cooling, humidifying, dehumidifying, and air circulation in buildings

Legal Requirement:

A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information. 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 toward 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.

All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). 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. 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.