Senior Refrigeration Mechanic - Apalachee Correctional Institution

Senior Refrigeration Mechanic - Apalachee Correctional Institution Working Title: Senior Refrigeration Mechanic - Apalachee Correctional Institution This open competitive advertisement is for a Career Service position located at Apalachee Correctional Institution in the Maintenance Department. The mission of Facilities Management and Building Construction at the Florida Department of Corrections is to provide a safe, secure, and efficient environment for staff, inmates, and visitors. This is achieved through the effective management, maintenance, and construction of correctional facilities, ensuring they meet all regulatory standards and support the department's overall mission of public safety and rehabilitation. This position is not a telework position and is required to report to the FDC office in the area it serves.

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. 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 or 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. The State of Florida is an equal opportunity employer/affirmative action employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 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 is available 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. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. #J-18808-Ljbffr Florida Department of Financial Services