Corrections Refrigeration Mechanic Trade Instructor

• SCI Cambridge Springs Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $53,036.00
• $107,095.00 Annually dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, Pennsylvania, Cambridge Springs 451 Fullerton Avenue (Show on map) Sep 21, 2026 Salary $53,036.00
• $107,095.

00 Annually Location Crawford County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number

CS-2026-58685-98950

Department Department of Corrections Division CR CBS Mntnc Opening Date 09/21/2026 Closing Date 10/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 98950 Position Number 00128466 Union PSCOA Bargaining Unit H1 Pay Group CO37 Bureau / Division Code 00111620 Bureau / Division State Correctional Institution at Cambridge Springs Worksite Address 451 Fullerton Avenue City Cambridge Springs, Pennsylvania Zip Code 16403 Contact Name Maria Traficante Contact Phone 717.705.9033 Contact Email mtraficant@pa.gov

THE POSITION

Do you want to lead training that inspires confidence and clear direction? The Corrections Refrigeration Mechanic Trade Instructor position with the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Cambridge Springs helps build valuable skills that support secure and efficient facility operations. This role encourages growth by guiding inmates through hands-on learning that prepares them for future opportunities. It strengthens daily routines at the institution by teaching important trade practices. Apply today to make a lasting impact through steady instruction and leadership!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position provides classroom and on-the-job instruction that supports inmate learning in the refrigeration mechanic trade. It maintains structure, safety, and clear expectations to ensure strong training results. As a Corrections Refrigeration Mechanic Trade Instructor, you will perform the following duties:

Trade Instruction:

Teach standard methods and procedures for installing, repairing, inspecting, and maintaining refrigeration and air conditioning systems

Curriculum Delivery:

Conduct classroom lessons that follow an appropriate refrigeration mechanic curriculum

Crew Supervision:

Oversee inmate work crews and direct completion of refrigeration work orders during training

Record Keeping:

Maintain documentation of inmate attendance, training progress, assignments, and completed work

Tool Control:

Issue and inventory all materials and tools used during training and conduct searches to ensure proper accountability

Material Planning:

Determine needed materials and tools for work assignments and submit purchase requests when necessary Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, 40 hours per week

Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday

• Friday.

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:

Five years of experience in the repair and servicing of refrigeration systems or air conditioning systems; or

Completion of an approved apprenticeship in the refrigeration or air conditioning mechanic trade; or

An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year of journey level work in the refrigeration or air conditioning mechanic trade.

Special Requirement:

This position requires possession of an active Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certificate issued by an approved provider.

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).

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.

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.