REFRIGERATION MECHANIC

Requisition No: 879229 Agency: Military Affairs Working Title: REFRIGERATION MECHANIC Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 62000133 Salary: $40,000.00 Posting Closing Date: 10/14/2026 Application Deadline: 11:59 p.m. on closing date

VACANCY # 62000133

WORK LOCATION: Starke, FL

OPEN COMPETITIVE***

Total Compensation Estimator Tool About The Department Of Military Affairs (dma) The mission of the Florida Department of Military Affairs is to provide management oversight of the Florida National Guard and provide units and personnel ready to support national security objectives; to protect the public safety of citizens and to contribute to the national, state and community programs that add value to the United States of America and to the State of Florida. Our Benefits Include Health Insurance Life Insurance Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance Retirement Benefits Vacation and Sick Leave Paid Holidays Opportunities for Career Advancement Tuition Waiver for Public College Courses Training Opportunities For benefit information available to State of Florida employees, go to Conditions Of Employment New employees of the Department of Military Affairs will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening. New employees of the Department of Military Affairs are required to participate in a direct deposit/electronic transfer program. The Department of Military Affairs is paid on a monthly basis. This position is a Cooperative Agreement position. As a CANDIDATE, you are required to provide documentation (i.e., High School Diploma or Equivalency, College Transcripts, ETC.) to verify meeting these Minimum Qualifications. Minimum Requirements A High School Diploma or equivalent; AND Two (2) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of Refrigeration Systems Duties And Responsibilities Inspect and maintain air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration equipment. Install new air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration units. Maintain shop equipment and comply with environmental regulations. Recharge air conditioning and refrigeration units with refrigerants as necessary. Responsible for all other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Knowledge of the procedures and methods for installing, repairing, and maintaining refrigeration and air-conditioning units and component parts. Knowledge of the principles and techniques of the skilled building trades or mechanical repair work. Knowledge of safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work. Skill in using hand tools. Skill in installing, repairing, and maintaining refrigeration units and component parts. Skilled in operation of a backhoe. Skill in using tools and equipment in maintenance and repair work. Ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to perform a variety of skilled trades functions. Ability to take accurate measurements. Ability to follow instructions. Special Reminders The State of Florida and The Department of Military Affairs participate in the E-Verify program. Federal law requires that all employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of any person hired to work in the United States. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: All members of the Florida Retirement System are required to contribute 3% of their salary on a pre-tax basis. If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center View phone number on click.appcast.io). 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. The Department of Military Affairs values and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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. 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. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Florida