Corrections Refrigeration Mechanic Trade Instructor - SCI Phoenix

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

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 7:00 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 p ossession 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.