Corrections Refrigeration Mechanic Trade Instructor - SCI Laurel Highlands

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Somerset County, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Corrections is hiring a Corrections Refrigeration Mechanic Trade Instructor at SCI-Laurel Highlands. This position supports vocational training by teaching refrigeration mechanic skills in classroom and hands-on settings. The instructor guides students, maintains safety, and oversees the use of tools and materials in a structured correctional setting.

The position is full-time, with work hours of 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Telework is not available. New Commonwealth of Pennsylvania employees will begin at an annual salary of $53,036 before taxes; a higher salary may be established in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania, is required.

Requirements

• Five years of experience repairing and servicing 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 that includes one year of journey-level work in the refrigeration or air conditioning mechanic trade.
• Possession of an active Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certificate issued by an approved provider.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania.
• Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
• Be able to perform essential job functions.
• Pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Teach principles, methods, and procedures of the refrigeration mechanic trade in classroom and work settings.
• Direct inmate work crews, assign schedules, and inspect completed refrigeration tasks.
• Issue, track, and inspect tools and materials to maintain accountability and safety.
• Determine needed supplies and submit purchase requests for training and repair work.
• Document training progress, attendance, and details of assigned work activities.
• Maintain order, enforce rules, and support a secure and productive learning environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed