HVAC Refrigeration Specialist

Full Job Description

Are you a motivated and skilled heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) and refrigeration professional looking for a rewarding career in an active and unique setting?

The Department of Agriculture is seeking a dependable HVAC Refrigeration Specialist to join our maintenance team at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center.

In this role, you will help maintain and support HVAC and refrigeration systems that keep our facilities safe, comfortable, and efficient for employees, exhibitors, and visitors.

If you take pride in your technical expertise and want to be part of a meaningful, high-visibility operation, we encourage you to apply today!

Requirements

In this position, you will evaluate system performance and efficiency, diagnose issues, and repair complex HVAC and refrigeration system malfunctions throughout the Farm Show Complex and other managed facilities.

Responsibilities include installing, repairing, balancing, and maintaining a wide range of HVAC and refrigeration equipment; regularly working with building automation systems and technicians to monitor operations, troubleshoot problems, and verify corrective actions; and collaborating with other tradespeople to complete assignments and projects.

You will interact routinely with contractors, engineers, and technical staff. Work is performed independently and reviewed for quality and timeliness.

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. You will be responsible for mitigating and responding to facility emergencies during normal business hours and after-hours.
• This position is considered essential and is required to report to work during emergencies and office closings.
• 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

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Five years of experience in the maintenance, repair, and installation of HVAC and refrigeration systems, units, and equipment including three years working with commercial or industrial HVAC or refrigeration equipment and controls; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes three years working with commercial or industrial HVAC or refrigeration equipment and controls.

Special Requirement:

• You must possess an active EPA Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification.

Additional Requirement:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

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.

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.