Correctional HVAC Technician

Overview

The Department of Correction shall strive to be a leader in progressive correctional practices and partnered re‑entry initiatives to support responsive evidence‑based practices geared toward supporting reintegration and reducing recidivism under the Department's supervision. Safety and security shall be a priority component of this responsibility, coinciding with an unwavering respect for the human dignity of staff, victims, citizens and offenders.

Selected candidates will be required to attend a 14‑week paid hazardous duty training at the Maloney Center for Training & Staff Development located in Cheshire, CT.

• 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 (chillers) systems.
• Maintain cell ventilation and duct work.
• Supervising assigned inmates at a Correctional Institution.
• Keeping record of tool/inventory control.
• Protecting the health and safety of the public, staff and inmates.
• Snow and ice removal to maintain safe access for the police, medical, staff and public.
• Maintaining mandated compliances with Federal & State statute and agency directives and policies by assuring humane conditions of confinement in the facility through repair and maintenance.

This position is full time on first shift, Monday through Friday, from 7:45 am until 3:00 pm.

• Professional growth and development opportunities.