Reference #: 4314543THE POSITIONNOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF N-2023-71617 WHICH WAS PREVIOUSLY OPEN FROM DECEMBER 20, 2023 TO DECEMBER 29, 2023.  PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY.

　　The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs is looking for an individual to join our Heating, Ventilation, Air Condition (HVAC) crew at the Division of Installation Maintenance in Fort Indiantown Gap. If you are skilled in HVAC repairs, apply today to become part of our dedicated team of professionals!

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　　DESCRIPTION OF WORKAs an HVAC Refrigeration Technician, your duties will primarily involve making mechanical repairs and performing preventative maintenance to the refrigeration, heating and air conditioning equipment, air handling equipment and other related equipment located at Fort Indiantown Gap. You will install new units and component parts, and make adjustments or repairs to various types of HVAC Systems. Additionally, you will monitor and evaluate the systems' performance to determine if they are not functioning properly, and prepare estimates and requisitions for repair or replacement.

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　　Work Schedule and Additional Information:

　　Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per weekWork hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.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 & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements:Successful completion of the HVAC and Building Automation Technician trainee program (commonwealth title); orThree 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; orAn equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year working with commercial or industrial HVAC or refrigeration equipment and controls.Necessary Special Requirement:All employees must obtain EPA Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification from an approved provider within 6 months of employment.You must be in possession of a valid PA noncommercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.Additional Requirements:You must pass a favorable National Crime Information Center (NCIC) screening for admittance to Fort Indiantown Gap.You must be able to perform essential job functions.Preferred Qualifications (not required):Ability to work in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania.Completion of formal training in a Refrigeration/HVAC or Temperature Control Technician trade.Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Universal Certification.Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification.Experience in the maintenance, repair, or installation of refrigeration and HVAC systems, units, and equipment.Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints and/or wiring diagrams/schematics.Experience making adjustments, as well as minor and major repairs, to the heating systems (steam, hot water, and gas) and refrigeration and freezer units (reach-in and walk-in).Experience installing refrigeration or HVAC systems, units, equipment, and peripheral devices.Experience performing preventative maintenance on all related equipment above.Experience responding to emergencies by going onsite and troubleshooting problems.Experience making adjustments online or in-person if necessary to maintain comfortable conditions.Experience conducting building inspections to ensure adequate heating, cooling, humidifying, dehumidifying, and circulation in buildings.Legal Requirements:A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.How to Apply:

　　Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.Veterans:

　　Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to  and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at .Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

　　711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

　　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.