About The Position

This open competitive advertisement is for a Career Service position located at Columbia 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.

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.
  • Must pass a Level 2 background check.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

  • Installation and repair of heating, air conditioning and refrigeration components and associated systems, food service equipment necessary to operate a major institution.
  • Provide on the job training to inmates in HVAC and associated systems.
  • Maintain records on refrigerant use and recovery in compliance with DEP regulations.
  • Perform technical preventive maintenance on various HVAC systems.
  • Install new electronic, pneumatic, and digital control systems.
  • Diagnose problems with HVAC and closed loop systems.
  • Perform tasks related to HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building preventive maintenance.
  • Prepare necessary reports as directed by the Maintenance Superintendent.
  • Maintain custody and control of supervised inmates.
  • Prepare progress reports for inmate rehabilitation.
  • Participate 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: Pension Plan, Investment Plan, Deferred Retirement Option Program (Drop), Deferred Compensation.
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