About The Position

This is a full-time, Career Service position located at Columbia Correctional Institution in the Maintenance Department. The selected candidate will be responsible for the installation and repair of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration components and associated systems, as well as food service equipment necessary to operate a major institution. This position will also provide on-the-job training to inmates in HVAC and associated systems.

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or its equivalent and at least one (1) year of experience in the HVAC Field OR four of 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.

Nice To Haves

  • EPA Refrigerant Certification.

Responsibilities

  • Performs the installation and repair of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration components and systems, and food service equipment.
  • Maintains records on refrigerant use and recovery per DEP rules and regulations.
  • Performs technical preventive maintenance on HVAC systems, closed loop systems, and electronic/digital air-conditioning control systems.
  • Installs new electronic, pneumatic and/or digital control systems.
  • Diagnoses problems with HVAC and closed loop systems.
  • Performs tasks related to HVAC, electrical, plumbing, food service equipment, and building preventive maintenance.
  • Plans and organizes work to be performed and requisitions necessary parts to ensure the proper operation of all electrical systems and equipment and adheres to all maintenance and construction policies and procedures.
  • Prepares reports as directed by the Maintenance Superintendent.
  • Prepares progress and performance reports for assigned inmates for use by the inmate’s classifications team in measuring and determining the rehabilitative progress of the assigned inmate consistent with motivation needs and the development of a positive approach to rehabilitation efforts.
  • Maintains custody and control of inmates assigned under the supervision of the position in accordance with accountability requirements for inmates outlined in operational procedures.

Benefits

  • State Group Health Insurance Coverage.
  • $25,000 Life Insurance Policy (100% paid by employer)
  • Dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options available
  • Annual and Sick Leave benefits.
  • 10 paid holidays each year.
  • Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Tuition waivers to attend State of Florida community colleges, colleges, and universities!
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