Corrections Refrigeration Mechanic Trade Instructor SCI Phoenix

Commonwealth-of-Pennsylvania; Collegeville (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Corrections Refrigeration Mechanic Trade Instructor to train inmates at SCI Phoenix, guiding them through real-world refrigeration scenarios that support facility operations. You will lead hands-on practice and teach safe work methods, helping inmates gain marketable skills for success.

The role combines classroom and practical instruction, supervision of inmate crews, tool control, and material planning.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in repair/servicing refrigeration or air conditioning systems.
• Completed apprenticeship in refrigeration or AC mechanic trade OR equivalent combination including journey-level work.
• Active Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Teach refrigeration practices, installation, repair, and maintenance to inmates.
• Direct inmate work crews, assign daily tasks, inspect completed work.
• Maintain classroom order, track progress, and document attendance/training records.
• Issue, inventory, and control tools and materials used during training/work.

Skills

Refrigeration repair

Inmate instruction

Education

Apprenticeship in refrigeration or AC trade

Equivalent combination incl. journey-level work

Job description

The Department of Corrections is looking for a Corrections Refrigeration Mechanic Trade Instructor at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Phoenix who is ready to lead and inspire. In this position, you will train inmates in real-world refrigeration situations that support facility operations. Your teaching will help inmates gain experience and skills that prepare them for success. Bring your expertise to our department.

This position provides classroom and hands-on instruction in the refrigeration mechanic trade while ensuring safe and efficient work practices. As a Corrections Refrigeration Mechanic Trade Instructor, you will perform the following duties:

• Trade Instruction: Teach refrigeration practices, methods, installation, repair, and maintenance to inmates
• Work Crew Oversight: Direct inmate crews, assign daily tasks, and inspect completed work
• Classroom Management: Maintain order, track progress, and document attendance and training records
• Tool Control: Issue, inventory, and search all tools and materials used during training and work assignments
• Material Planning: Identify needed supplies and submit purchase requests for tools and materials

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 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: 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.

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.

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.

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).

• 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.