Company: Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Contact: Katie Citko(717) 705-5692kcitko@pa.gov
Learn more and apply here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/5508255/hvac-refrigeration-technician
THE POSITION
The HVAC Refrigeration Technician position with the Energy Resource Management Office offers a chance to support safe and efficient building operations. This role keeps vital equipment running at its best by solving problems and maintaining complex systems. You will have the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience while helping ensure comfort and reliability across facilities. Join a team that values skill, teamwork, and dedication.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position identifies, troubleshoots, and repairs complex HVAC and refrigeration equipment in a variety of facilities. It supports system reliability through maintenance, testing, and collaboration with automation technicians and other trades. As a HVAC Refrigeration Technician, you will perform the following duties:
• Equipment Maintenance: Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on specialized HVAC systems in controlled environments
• System Repairs: Diagnose issues, replace components, and restore operation of chillers, boilers, pumps, and air handling units
• Technical Troubleshooting: Use test instruments to identify electrical, mechanical, and control system problems
• Pipefitting Work: Install, inspect, and repair piping systems including valves, insulation, and hydronic components
• BAS Interaction: Access building automation systems to review trends, evaluate performance, and recommend adjustments
• Refrigerant Compliance: Recover, recycle, and document refrigerant handling in accordance with EPA regulations
This position is considered essential. You will be required to report to work during emergencies and office closings.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• 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:
• Successful completion of the HVAC and Building Automation Technician trainee program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Three years of experience in the maintenance, repair, and installation of HVAC and refrigeration systems, units, and equipment including one year working with commercial or industrial HVAC or refrigeration equipment and controls; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year working with commercial or industrial HVAC or refrigeration equipment and controls.
Special Requirements:
• You must obtain EPA Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification from an approved provider within 6 months of employment.
• This position requires an active motor vehicle license