Building Trade/Construction Occupation Trades Teacher (AC Rfgtn)

Building Trade/Construction Occupation Trades Teacher (AC Rfgtn) - Corrections E Huntingdon, PA 3 DAYS AGO 22447905 Summary Huntingdon, PA $67581.00 - $112001.00 per Year 2 Years Experience High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED) No Commission 37.50 hours per week / Day Shift /Full-Time Description Reference #: 5270856 Salary $67,581.00 - $112,001.00 Annually Location Huntingdon County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number

CS-2026-45340-2401A

Department Department of Corrections Division CR SMI Ed Opening Date 03/18/2026 Closing Date 4/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 2401A Position Number 00268350 Union CIVEA Bargaining Unit E4 Pay Group ED01 Bureau / Division Code 00116440 Bureau / Division State Correctional Institution at Smithfield/Education Worksite Address 1120 Pike Street City Huntingdon, Pennsylvania Zip Code 16652 Contact Name Yen Le Contact Phone 717.705.5614 Contact Email hole@pa.gov

THE POSITION

Are you ready to transform your expertise in refrigeration and air conditioning into a rewarding career that shapes the future of others? The State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Smithfield offers an excellent opportunity to transition from traditional field service into a vital instructional role where your technical mastery directly impacts vocational rehabilitation and public service. You will play a pivotal role in maintaining critical infrastructure while empowering inmates with high-demand trade skills. Make a lasting impact-apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Building Trade/Construction Occupation Trades Teacher, you will provide vocational instruction to inmate students, specializing in air conditioning and refrigeration. This role involves delivering a structured curriculum through classroom-based theory and practical, on-the-job training. You will be responsible for instructing inmates on the standard practices, methods, and procedures required to install, repair, inspect, and maintain refrigeration and air conditioning systems, alongside all related equipment. Additionally, you will manage the daily operations of inmate work crews, which includes planning schedules, assigning work orders, and performing final inspections of all completed tasks to ensure they meet trade standards. Throughout these activities, you will maintain strict order and discipline within the learning environment while accurately documenting inmate attendance, training progress, and specific assignment details to support the facility's vocational goals. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.

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:

Education equivalent to high school graduation and two years wage earning experience beyond the completed apprenticeship period in the specified parenthetical; or If there is no approved apprenticeship period for the specified parenthetical, education equivalent to high school graduation and three years of wage earning experience in the specified parenthetical

Please Note:

The specified parenthetical for this posting is Air Conditioning and Refrigeration. The specific apprenticeship period for this parenthetical is 3 years.

Special Requirements:

You must have possession of or eligibility for a current Pennsylvania Department of Education Vocational Certificate I or II for the specified parenthetical; or You must have possession of or eligibility for a current Pennsylvania Department of Education Vocational Intern Certificate for the specified parenthetical; or You must have eligibility for a Pennsylvania Department of Education Emergency Certificate for the specified parenthetical.

Other Requirements:

Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required. You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirement:

You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements. 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). 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.

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. Additional Details How To Identify Potential Job Scams

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