HVAC Refrigeration Maintenance Mechanic - South Mountain Restoration Center

HVAC Refrigeration Maintenance Mechanic

The Department of Human Services is seeking an HVAC Refrigeration Maintenance Mechanic to support South Mountain Restoration Center. This position offers steady, hands‑on work that keeps vital equipment functioning at its best. You will help maintain a safe and reliable facility for everyone who depends on it. This is a great opportunity to use your trade skills in a purposeful setting.

This position supports the heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems that serve the South Mountain Restoration Center. The work ensures that critical equipment stays in safe and dependable condition.

As an HVAC Refrigeration Maintenance Mechanic, you will perform the following duties:

• Refrigeration Checks:
  Inspect temperatures and condition of refrigerators, freezers, coolers, and walk‑in boxes.
• Equipment Maintenance:
  Maintain ice machines, refrigerators, coolers, air conditioners, walk‑in boxes, and all circulating pumps related to refrigeration equipment.
• System Installation:
  Install new HVAC, refrigeration, and related equipment when needed.
• Heating Repairs:
  Adjust and repair steam, hot water, and gas heating systems throughout the facility.
• EPA Compliance:
  Operate, recover, and recycle refrigerants in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and EPA rules.
• Preventive Care:
  Perform routine maintenance, lubricate components, and maintain records and part inventories.

• Full‑time employment.
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch.
• Telework: no option for telework in this position.
• Salary: starting salary may be non‑negotiable in some cases.

Required Experience, Training & Eligibility

• Two years of experience in the maintenance, repair, or installation of HVAC or refrigeration systems, units, or equipment; or
• Completion of a three‑year Vo-Tech training program in refrigeration, HVAC, or building automation and six months of experience in the maintenance, repair, or installation of HVAC or refrigeration systems, related digitally controlled equipment, or BA systems; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes one year of experience in the maintenance, repair, or installation of HVAC or refrigeration equipment.

• Obtain EPA Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification from an approved provider within 6 months of employment.
• Possession of an active motor vehicle license.

• Meet PA residency requirement.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
• Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to PA State Police and FBI clearance.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.