HVAC Specialist 2025-02327

Description and Functions

Working for the State of Wyoming offers a variety of unique benefits and opportunities that make it an appealing choice. Here are some of the reasons why people choose to work for the State of Wyoming:

Overall, working for the State of Wyoming can offer a fulfilling career with great benefits, stability, and the opportunity to make a positive impact on your community, all while enjoying the beauty of Wyoming’s natural landscape.

• Installs and performs fault analysis, maintenance, and repairs on various types of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning systems.
• Installs environmental control units and facility support systems needing new installation or replacement systems.
• Specifies and designs required plumbing and electrical support infrastructure to include expanded service and electronic/digital controls.
• Regulates and accounts for the use of ozone-depleting substances regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency.
• Investigate the feasibility of converting systems to use environmentally responsible refrigerants.
• Responsible for ensuring a safe and enjoyable workplace, including participation in initiatives designed to promote a positive work environment.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference may be given to candidates with two (2) years of experience in HVAC.

**Section 608 Technician Certification

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of Code requirements to include: American Society of Heating and Refrigeration Air Conditioning Equipment, National Electric Code, National Plumbing Code, and National Building Code.
• Knowledge of various types of heating systems, including steam and hot water converters, infrared, and forced air furnaces.
• Knowledge of various air conditioning systems, including hermetic, centrifugal, and absorption units.
• Knowledge of pneumatic, electrical,l and digital control systems.
• Knowledge of various types of ventilation systems.

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Climbing on an occasional to regular basis
• Lifting/grasping up to 50 pounds without assistance regularly
• Walking on cement floors on an occasional to regular basis
• Walking up and down stairs regularly
• Balancing on an occasional basis
• Stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching regularly
• Crawling on an occasional basis
• Reaching regularly
• Standing on an occasional to regular basis
• Pushing/pulling regularly
• Typing/Repetitive motion on an occasional to regular basis
• Touch on an occasional basis
• Talking/hearing frequently
• Seeing: the visual ability to operate machinery and perform mechanical or skilled trade duties
• Seeing: the visual ability to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. No eligibility notice will be sent to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications.
• The Wyoming Department of Corrections is a Drug-Free Workplace. All staff members are subject to drug testing while employed by the WDOC.
• The Wyoming Department of Corrections is a Tobacco-Free Workplace and prohibits the taking, carrying, possessing, or introducing of smoking materials, smokeless tobacco, or tobacco substitutes on or into WDOC facilities and grounds.
• The Wyoming Department of Corrections is in compliance with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) of 2003. It is the policy and practice of WDOC to protect inmates/offenders from personal abuse, corporal punishment, personal injury, disease, property damage, harassment, and the elimination of prison rape.
• Successful Applicants for employment must pass a background/reference check, medical evaluation, and drug test before appointment.
• WDOC has a strict dress code policy to includes standards for facial hair, body art, and piercings/gauges. All applicants must meet the standards of this dress code to be considered for employment.
• WDOC offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, a tuition reimbursement program, Wyoming State Retirement and 457 Deferred Compensation Program, longevity pay, and opportunities for advancement.

Supplemental Information

080-Department of Corrections - Prisons - Wyoming Medium Correctional Institution

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.

There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!

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