Job No: 541652
Work Type: Full-time
Location: PHOENIX
Categories: Law Enforcement/Detective/Corrections/Protective Services,Skilled Trades/Crafts
DEPT OF JUVENILE CORRECTIONS Our vision is to make Arizona's community safer by delivering effective rehabilitative services to the young people entrusted to our care.
The mission of the Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections is to provide the young people in our care with evidence-based rehabilitative services that enhance their well-being and equip them with the skills and resources they need to thrive as successful members of society.
REFRIGERATION MECHANIC (HVAC)
Job Location:
Address: Adobe Mountain School/Maintenance
2800 W. Pinnacle Peak Road
Phoenix, Arizona 85027
Posting Details:
Salary: $40,000 - 60,000
Grade: 19
Closing Date: 06/28/2026
Job Summary:
The Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections (ADJC) is seeking a Refrigeration Mechanic (HVAC), who is passionate about their profession and who will be committed to making a difference in the lives of Arizona's underserved youth. ADJC wants you to come join our talented team that is recognized for leadership, innovation and diversity. At ADJC you will have the ability to mentor and collaborate with the maintenance crew in a team oriented environment.
Job Duties:
This Refrigeration Mechanic (HVAC) will work under the direction of the Physical Plant Supervisor and will be responsible for repairs and maintenance of all HVAC equipment including the repair, removal, replacement and installation of chiller units, ice machines, A/C units walk in freezers, compressors, reversing valves, dryer filters, thermostats, evaporative coils, blowers, fans belts and pulleys and changing out air filters on a quarterly basis. The job functions of a Refrigeration Mechanic (HVAC) include, but are not limited to, the following:
Inspect and evaluate maintenance, repairs and construction projects
Troubleshooting different @types of HVAC and the components related equipment
Complete daily work orders
Order supplies or tools as needed
Conduct periodic standard Inspections and preventative maintenance on facility Structures, tools and equipment
Review and apply preventative maintenance programs for heating, cooling and ventilation systems
Develop and/or modify new procedures for our preventative maintenance programs
Diagnose problems and malfunctions in a variety of cooling, heating, ventilation controls devices and systems
Performing other duties appropriate to the assignment
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of:
Methods, practices and theory of heating, cooling and ventilation systems
Freon installation, recovery, recycle and recharge in HVAC systems
Diagnosing heating, cooling and ventilation malfunctions
Safety practices pertaining to the maintenance work environment
Use of multi-meters to troubleshoot circuits, relays, continuity, logic controls, gas safety valves and motor controls, 24V to 480V
Single phase and three phase systems
Types and uses of various refrigerants
Safe pressure levels
Safe refrigerator and freezer temperatures and HVAC codes
National and local building codes and common safety practices
Common and specialized meters, tools and equipment related to HVAC
Skill in:
Strong electrical and problem-solving skills
Written and verbal communication
Inspecting, servicing, repairing, and installing a wide variety of cooling/refrigeration equipment including large scale commercial systems by using various test devices and apply logic gained through experience to determine problem areas
Applying and understanding national and local building codes and common safety practices in the trade
Estimate, cost and order supplies, materials and equipment
Working as part of a team
Ability to:
Learn basic internal computerized systems and maintain electronic records keeping
Multi-task a variety of assigned tasks
Practice safety and security procedures
Policies and procedures established for the work systems
Statutes, rules, regulations, policies and procedure applicable to maintenance of a physical plant
Identify, assess and resolve malfunctions related to heating, cooling, ventilation
Read blue prints, sketches and schematics
Learn agency policies and procedures
Work outdoors in extreme weather conditions
Work in a correctional facility
Drive on state business
Selective Preference(s):
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Applicants must possess a Environmental Protection Agency (EPS) 608 in Type 1, Type 2 and Type 3 OR Universal certification.
This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function on the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all
necessary driver's license records checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked or suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.010).
Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a comprehensive background investigation, drug screening, physical examination and pre-employment screenings.
Current State of Arizona employees: In order to be considered for this position, it requires acceptable performance history as demonstrated by not have been issued a letter of suspension or have been involuntarily demoted within one year preceding this job posting close date, and have an overall rating of "meets expectations" or higher on the most recent employee performance evaluation.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits:
The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
-Affordable medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability plans
-Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
-10 paid holidays per year
-Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
-Sick time accrued at 3:42 hours bi-weekly
-Deferred Compensation Program
-Wellness Plans
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here (https://hr.az.gov/about/resources/family-leave-expansion) . For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page (https://benefitoptions.az.gov/jobseekers)
Retirement :
This position participates in the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP).
CORP Tier 3 is a Defined Contribution, 401 (a) retirement plan
Employer matches contributions
Contributions are made on a pre-taxed basis
Employees can choose investments that suit their goals and risk tolerance
Employees are fully vested after 3 years of service
Attention current State of Arizona employees: Please contact our Human Resources Office at employment@azdjc.gov if
you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.
Contact Us:
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602)542-9261. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
