THE POSITION
Join the Department of Corrections (DOC) as a Corrections Refrigeration Mechanic Trade Instructor and use your trade expertise to guide inmates toward productive, skill-building work. At the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Laurel Highlands, you will train individuals who are working to develop hands-on abilities that support their future reentry. Your leadership helps maintain essential facility systems while encouraging inmates to stay focused, responsible, and engaged. This role allows you to make a steady, meaningful impact every single day.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position provides structured classroom and on-the-job training in the refrigeration mechanic trade. The work supports vocational growth for inmates and helps ensure reliable operation of essential facility systems. As a Corrections Refrigeration Mechanic Trade Instructor, you will perform the following duties:
- Training Delivery: Provide classroom and worksite instruction on refrigeration and air conditioning systems
- Crew Oversight: Direct inmate work crews and review completed assignments
- Documentation Management: Maintain records of training progress, attendance, schedules, and work results
- Tool Control: Issue, track, and account for all tools and materials used during training and work assignments
- Resource Planning: Determine needed materials and submit purchase requests for refrigeration work tasks
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
- Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday.
- This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $53,036.00 (before taxes).
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Five years of experience in the repair and servicing of 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 which includes one year of journey level work in the refrigeration or air conditioning mechanic trade.
Special Requirement:
- You must be in possession of an active Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certificate issued by an approved provider.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
Work Location: In person
