HVAC Mechanic (Refrigeration Mechanic)

Arizona Department of Administration • Florence, AZ

6d • $48,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is hiring an experienced HVAC Mechanic to keep our facilities running smoothly. In this role, you’ll perform preventive maintenance and repairs on electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, and kitchen systems, while diagnosing issues and ensuring safe, efficient operations. You’ll also help plan projects, maintain equipment, and oversee inmate worker performance. This is a great opportunity to build a stable career with competitive pay, retirement benefits, and the chance to make a difference in your community. Apply today and grow your future with ADCRR!

Requirements

• Knowledge of operating principles of various types of cooling, refrigeration, and ventilation equipment and systems
• Knowledge of test equipment, tools, and procedures associated with diagnosing problems and/or malfunctions
• Knowledge of procedures for inspecting, servicing, repairing, and installing a wide variety of cooling and refrigeration equipment and associated heating and ventilation systems, including large-scale commercial systems
• Basic reading and interpreting sketches and schematics
• Estimating costs and ordering materials
• Written and verbal communication
• Common safety practices
• Maintaining records and preparing reports
• Ability to establish and maintain interpersonal relationships
• Ability to adhere to all Department rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to work in a prison environment
• Ability to lift/carry 50lbs
• Ability to push/pull 50lbs
• Ability to walk/run 0.25 miles
• HVAC certification at time of appointment
• Background investigation
• Drug test
• Medical/physical examination
• Valid class-appropriate driver’s license (if driving is an essential function)
• Tuberculosis (TB) test
• Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify)

Nice To Haves

• Four (4) years of journey-level experience inspecting, servicing, repairing, and installing cooling/refrigeration equipment/systems
• Any combination of training and experience that meets the knowledge, skills, and abilities may be substituted

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance tasks as required and scheduled, such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC, kitchen equipment repairs, and general building maintenance as it relates to servicing, repairing, or installing cooling/refrigeration equipment and associated heating/ventilation systems
• Diagnosing problems or malfunctions
• Schedules and plans maintenance-related projects to include pricing material lists, equipment needs, and time frames
• Conducts inspections and evaluates inmate workers’ performance
• Inspects, maintains, and accounts for tools and equipment as required
• Maintains records and completes documentation/reports as required by policy
• Drives on State business
• Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

Benefits

• Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
• Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
• Exceptional retirement program
• Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
• An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

What This Job Offers

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