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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Corrections Refrigeration Mechanic Trade Instructor

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A Refrigeration Technician installs and repairs refrigerators.

$56,342 / year median in Pennsylvania

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Corrections Refrigeration Mechanic Trade Instructor - SCI Laurel Highlands Somerset, PA 1 DAYS AGO 22831930 Summary Somerset, PA In-Person $53036.00 - $107095.00 per Year 5 Years Experience Vocational/Technical Certificate No Commission 40.00 hours per week / Day Shift / Full-Time Description Join the Department of Corrections (DOC) as a Corrections Refrigeration Mechanic Trade Instructor and use your trade expertise to guide inmates toward productive, skill-building work. At the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Laurel Highlands, you will train individuals who are working to develop hands-on abilities that support their future reentry. Your leadership helps maintain essential facility systems while encouraging inmates to stay focused, responsible, and engaged. This role allows you to make a steady, meaningful impact every single day.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position provides structured classroom and on-the-job training in the refrigeration mechanic trade. The work supports vocational growth for inmates and helps ensure reliable operation of essential facility systems. As a Corrections Refrigeration Mechanic Trade Instructor, you will perform the following duties:
Training Delivery:
Provide classroom and worksite instruction on refrigeration and air conditioning systems
Crew Oversight:
Direct inmate work crews and review completed assignments
Documentation Management:
Maintain records of training progress, attendance, schedules, and work results
Tool Control:
Issue, track, and account for all tools and materials used during training and work assignments
Resource Planning:
Determine needed materials and submit purchase requests for refrigeration work tasks 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. 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:
Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $53,036.00 (before taxes). 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:
You must be in possession of an active Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certificate issued by an approved provider. Additional Details How To Identify Potential Job Scams