HVAC Refrigeration Technician - Wernersville State Hospital
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HVAC Refrigeration Technician - Wernersville State Hospital
Salary
$46,827.00 - $70,592.00 Annually
Location
Berks County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2026-55518-97730
Department
Department of Human Services
Division
HS Wernersville St Hosp
Opening Date
08/04/2026
Closing Date
8/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
97730
Position Number
00137180
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
J1
Pay Group
ST05
Bureau / Division Code
00210781
Bureau / Division
Wernersville State Hospital
Worksite Address
160 Main Street
City
Wernersville, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
19565
Contact Name
Talent Management Section
Contact Email
ra-oahhsintakesec@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Are you ready to apply your technical skills in a hands-on role that keeps essential systems running smoothly? As an HVAC Refrigeration Technician with Wernersville State Hospital, you will help maintain critical equipment that supports the health and safety of the hospital community. This position gives you opportunities to work with a wide variety of systems and tools while contributing to a mission-driven environment. Your work ensures that heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems operate reliably year round. Step into a career where your efforts make a real impact!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This role focuses on maintaining, repairing, and installing a wide range of refrigeration, ventilation, heating, and air conditioning systems used throughout the hospital. The work supports daily operations and helps create a safe, comfortable environment for consumers and staff. As a HVAC Refrigeration Technician, you will perform the following duties:
Equipment Repair: Perform complex repairs on compressors, valves, motors, and mechanical components
System Installation: Construct and install HVAC and refrigeration units using blueprints and diagrams
Problem Diagnosis: Identify malfunctions by analyzing issues, performing diagnostics, and testing equipment
Maintenance Tasks: Service and balance air handling units and maintain heating and chilled water systems
Safety Compliance: Follow safety standards when working with ladders, confined spaces, and hazardous materials
Technical Communication: Document work clearly and communicate with supervisors and staff about equipment needs
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00137180) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. In this role, you will be subject to emergency call-ins.
Overtime as operationally necessary
Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
FREE parking!
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Successful completion of the HVAC and Building Automation Technician trainee program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration);or
Three 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;or
An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year working with commercial or industrial HVAC or refrigeration equipment and controls.
Special Requirements:
You must have an active motor vehicle license.
You must obtain EPA Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification from an approved provider within 6 months of employment.
Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency Guidelines.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
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.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers (https://www.pa.gov/agencies/hrmoa/resources/generative-ai-hiring-guidance) for additional information.
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 www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
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.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
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Special Requirement- Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?
Yes
No
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If you answered "Yes", please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered "No", @type N/A in the text box below.
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Have you successfully completed the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's HVAC and Building Automation Technician Trainee Program?
Yes
No
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
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How many years of full-time experience in the maintenance, repair, and installation of HVAC and refrigeration systems, units, and equipment do you possess?
3 years or more
2 to less than 3 years
1 to less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
None
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
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Do you possess one or more years of full-time experience working with commercial or industrial HVAC or refrigeration equipment and controls in the maintenance, repair, and installation of HVAC and refrigeration systems, units, and equipment?
Yes
No
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
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Have you completed a three-year high school vocational-technical training program in HVAC, refrigeration, mechanical engineering, mechanical systems, or building automation or electronic controls specific to HVAC or refrigeration systems?
Yes
No
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If you are claiming vocational or technical high school training, please provide your responses to the two items listed below. If you answered "No", @type N/A in the text box below.
The Training Source
Credits/Clock Hours
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Have you completed post-high school training in HVAC, refrigeration, mechanical engineering, mechanical systems, or building automation or electronic controls specific to HVAC or refrigeration systems? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link.
Yes
No
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If you are claiming post-high school training, please provide your responses to the two items listed below. If not applicable, enter N/A in the text box below.
The Training Source
Credits/Clock Hours
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How many semester credits of college coursework have you completed in HVAC, refrigeration, mechanical engineering, mechanical systems, or building automation or electronic controls specific to HVAC or refrigeration systems? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link.
60 credits or more
30 but less than 60 credits
Less than 30 credits
None
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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page. (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3)
Yes
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - INSTALL AND MAINTAIN HVAC/R EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMSInstalls, maintains, and repairs all heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC/R) equipment and systems of the facility. Identifies, troubleshoots, and resolves mechanical and electrical issues on HVAC/R equipment and systems.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience installing, maintaining, AND repairing HVAC/R systems or equipment. I identified, troubleshot, AND resolved mechanical AND electrical issues on HVAC/R systems or equipment.
B. I have experience installing, maintaining, OR repairing HVAC/R systems or equipment. I identified, troubleshot, OR resolved mechanical OR electrical issues on HVAC/R systems or equipment.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to HVAC/R installation or maintenance.
D. I have NO experience, coursework, or training related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you claimed you have no work experience related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the text box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
Your experience installing, maintaining, or repairing HVAC/R systems or equipment.
Your experience identifying, troubleshooting, or resolving mechanical or electrical issues on HVAC/R systems or equipment.
Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the text box below.
College/University/Training Source
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - INTERPRET AND APPLY BLUEPRINTS, DRAWINGS, AND DIAGRAMSInterprets and applies blueprints, schematics, shop drawings, wiring diagrams, sketches, manufacturer's operating and maintenance instructions, and other plans and specifications to aid in the installation, repair, and redesign of new or existing equipment.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience interpreting and applying blueprints, schematics, shop drawings, wiring diagrams, sketches, AND manufacturer's operating/maintenance instructions.
B. I have experience interpreting and applying blueprints, schematics, shop drawings, wiring diagrams, sketches, OR manufacturer's operating/maintenance instructions.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to blueprint reading, drawings and schematics, or engineering.
D. I have NO experience, education, or training related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you claimed you have no work experience related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the text box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
Your experience interpreting and applying blueprints, schematics, shop drawings, wiring diagrams, sketches, or manufacturer's operating/maintenance instructions.
Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the text box below.
College/University/Training Source
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - SAFETYMaintains both handwritten and computer records regarding the maintenance, temperatures, repairs, concerns, and unusual events related to HVAC/R equipment to ensure proper documentation and safety protocols are followed. Recovers and recycles refrigerants in accordance with the Federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rules and regulations and manufacturer's specifications.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience maintaining records regarding the maintenance, temperatures, repairs, concerns, or unusual events related to HVAC/R equipment. I was responsible for recovering and recycling refrigerants in accordance with the Federal EPA rules and regulations and manufacturer's specifications.
B. I have experience maintaining records regarding the maintenance, temperatures, repairs, concerns, or unusual events related to HVAC/R equipment. I was NOT responsible for recovering and recycling refrigerants in accordance with the Federal EPA rules and regulations and manufacturer's specifications.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to safety or refrigerant handling.
D. I have NO experience, coursework, or training related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you claimed you have no work experience related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the text box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
Your experience maintaining records regarding the maintenance, temperatures, repairs, concerns, or unusual events related to HVAC/R equipment.
Your experience recovering and recycling refrigerants in accordance with Federal EPA rules and regulations and manufacturer's specifications.
Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the text box below.
College/University/Training Source
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - HAND AND POWER TOOLS AND EQUIPMENTUtilizes hand and power tools and equipment including a screwdriver, hammer, wrench, pliers, saw, drill, grinder, refrigeration gauge, refrigeration recovery machine, micron gauge, and vacuum pump to perform HVAC/R trade work.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience utilizing a refrigeration recovery machine, micron gauge, AND vacuum pump to perform HVAC/R work.
B. I have experience utilizing various hand or power tools and equipment including a saw, drill, grinder, AND refrigeration gauge to perform HVAC/R work. I do NOT have experience utilizing a refrigeration recovery machine, micron gauge, or vacuum pump.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to hand/power tools or equipment for the HVAC/R trade.
D. I have NO experience, coursework, or training related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you claimed you have no work experience related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the text box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The @type(s) of hand/power tools or equipment you have experience using (screwdriver, hammer, wrench, pliers, saw, drill, grinder, refrigeration gauge, refrigeration recovery machine, micron gauge, vacuum pump, etc.) to perform HVAC/R work.
Your specific duties and level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the text box below.
College/University/Training Source
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours
Required Question
Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
