Correctional HVAC Technician

Correctional HVAC Technician

The State of Connecticut, Department of Correction (DOC) is recruiting for a Correctional HVAC Technician to join the Brooklyn Correctional Institution. This recruitment may also fill vacancies across state correctional facilities as openings occur within the next year.

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• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• A healthy work/life balance for all employees.

• This is a full‑time, first shift position (36.25 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 7:45 AM to 3:00 PM).
• Selected candidates will attend a 14‑week paid hazardous duty training at the Maloney Center for Training & Staff Development in Cheshire, CT.
• Key responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
• Maintain steam, hot water heating, and chill water piping/distribution systems.
• Maintain ventilation distribution, fan, and HVAC systems.
• Maintain steam and hot water boilers.
• Maintain chilled water piping/distribution systems and chilled water (chiller) systems.
• Maintain cell ventilation and ductwork.
• Supervise assigned inmates at a Correctional Institution.
• Keep records of tool/inventory control.
• Protect the health and safety of the public, staff, and inmates.
• Perform snow and ice removal to maintain safe access for police, medical, staff, and the public.
• Maintain mandated compliance with federal and state statutes and agency directives to ensure humane conditions of confinement.

The Department of Correction strives to be a leader in progressive correctional practices and partnered re‑entry initiatives, supporting evidence‑based practices that facilitate reintegration and reduce recidivism. Safety and security are a priority, coupled with respect for the human dignity of staff, victims, citizens, and offenders.

The Brooklyn Correctional Institution is a level 3 medium‑security facility offering extensive programming for offender reintegration, including Educational Services, Vocational Programs, Literacy Volunteers, Sex Offender Programming, and Substance Abuse Programming.

• Meet
  
  Minimum Qualifications:
  
  Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed by the closing date and specify your qualifications on your application.
• Educational Credits: List earned credits and degrees accurately. If outside the U.S., provide documentation from an accredited U.S. equivalency service.
• Resume Policy: Resumes are not accepted during the initial application. Additional documentation may be requested later.
• Preferred Shift/
  
  Location:
  
  Indicate all acceptable locations and shifts to be considered.
• Timely Submission: All materials must be received by the posted deadline.
• Salary Calculations: Salary comparisons across state branches are not necessarily equivalent.
• Only the official Apply or Apply Online buttons on the State of Connecticut Online Employment Center may be used to apply.

• Referral Questions may be required and must be completed by the expiration date.
• Interview preparation guides are provided to help applicants present their qualifications.
• Track your status daily via the Job Aps Personal Status Board.
• Applications may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
• Employment is subject to SEBAC, transfer, promotion, and merit rules. Accepted candidates must abide by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials.

Due to high volume, we cannot confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. Check your Personal Status Board and FAQs for updates. For additional questions, contact Nick Naples les.

In a correctional facility or district, this class is accountable for acting as a working supervisor for inmates and independently performing a full range of tasks in the repair, monitoring, and installation of heating, ventilating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and related control systems.

• Perform highly skilled maintenance and construction work requiring trade skills, codes, and standard practices.
• Train and supervise inmates assigned to HVAC tasks.
• Ensure compliance with standard trade practices and codes on air…