SENIOR REFRIGERATION MECHANIC - Century Correctional Institution

Florida; Century (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & life insurance

Dental/Vision coverage

Tuition-free college courses

FRS retirement plans

401(k)-type retirement plan

Deferred Retirement Option Program (D-

Deferred compensation

Job summary

Florida Department of Corrections is seeking a Senior Refrigeration Mechanic for Century Correctional Institution to install and repair HVAC/refrigeration systems and assist with food service equipment. You will train inmates on the job and maintain comprehensive records per DEP regulations.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and HVAC experience, along with a valid driver’s license. This position is full-time in Century, FL with benefits and retirement plans through the

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of HVAC field experience OR four or more years in HVAC field; college or vocational training can substitute for experience.
• A valid Driver's License is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent (or substitute with relevant training) is required.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair HVAC and refrigeration systems and food service equipment; provide on-the-job training to supervised inmates.
• Maintain records on refrigerant use and recovery per DEP regulations; perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
• Install and diagnose electronic, pneumatic, and digital control systems for HVAC and closed loop systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building systems; prepare reports as directed by Maintenance Superintendent.
• Maintain custody of supervised inmates and prepare progress reports for rehabilitation; participate in required staff training.

Skills

HVAC experience

Inmate supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We Never Walk Alone

Requisition No: 877464

Agency: Department of Corrections

Working Title: SENIOR REFRIGERATION MECHANIC - Century Correctional Institution

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 70024586

Salary: $43,080.70 annually

Posting Closing Date: 11/03/2026

Job Duties

• Responsible for the installation and repair of HVAC and refrigeration systems, as well as food service equipment, and provides on-the-job training to supervised inmates.
• Maintains records on refrigerant use and recovery in compliance with DEP regulations and performs technical preventive maintenance on various HVAC systems.
• Installs new electronic, pneumatic, and digital control systems, and diagnoses problems with HVAC and closed loop systems.
• Performs tasks related to HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building preventive maintenance, and prepares necessary reports as directed by the Maintenance Superintendent.
• Maintains custody and control of supervised inmates, prepares progress reports for their rehabilitation, and participates in required departmental staff training.

Benefits

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Comprehensive health insurance and life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits.
• Supplemental Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and Hospitalization insurance.
• Tuition-Free college courses.
• Retirement Plans with the Florida Retirement System: Pension Plan (Traditional Retirement Pension Plan)
• Investment Plan (401(K)-Type Retirement Plan)
• Deferred Retirement Option Program (Drop)
• Deferred Compensation
• Recently Retired? Beginning July 1, 2024, there is no longer a reemployment limitation; beginning with the 7th calendar month from the member's distribution date, there are no restrictions on working for an FRS employer. You will not be required to repay any prior distributions, and you may continue receiving distributions from the Investment Plan or Pension Plan without interruption.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or its equivalent and at least one (1) year of experience in the HVAC Field OR four of more years of experience in the HVAC Field (College or vocational/technical training in one of the above listed trades can substitute for the required experience).
• A valid Driver's License is also required.

Support of knowledge, skills, and abilities should be demonstrated on the application, in the education, in the work experience, in the work sample, in the interview and/or during reference checks.

Additional Information

BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT

The Florida Department of Corrections requires all job applicants and volunteers to pass a Level 2 background check as per Chapter 435, Florida Statutes. This check must be completed before they can start working or volunteering.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY

The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) only hires U.S. citizens and those authorized to work in the U.S. FDC uses E-Verify to confirm an employee’s eligibility to work after completing the I-9 form.

Candidte requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.