DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

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FACILITIES MAINT TECHNICIAN - HVAC/Refrigeration

Address: Phoenix, Arizona

Salary: $51,255.78 - $67,315.66 Annually

To apply, you must go to the DPS website and complete and submit an application at www.azdps.gov/careers.

Job Summary:

This recruitment will be used to establish an 18-month eligibility list to fill current and future vacancies. Application period may close without notice.

Under general direction, performs skilled work of average to considerable difficulty in the performance of building maintenance including the fields of electrical; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC); carpentry; plumbing, etc; and performs related duties as assigned. This is a competitive classification.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Requires three (3) years of journey-level HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanic experience.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
May be required to work in various adverse conditions such as tight or enclosed spaces, heights, and temperature extremes, indoors or outdoors to complete work assignments.
Work alternate schedule that will include: holidays, weekends, and evenings on regular scheduled assigned times.
Bend or stoop repeatedly or continually over time.
Remain in a standing position for extended periods of time.
Work in small, cramped areas.
Move objects weighing over fifty (50) pounds long distances (more than 20 feet).
Mix or work with cleaning fluids, chemicals, paints, cleaning agents, or similar solutions using appropriate protective equipment.
The primary duties of this class are performed in a public building environment which may include working on rooftops and in adverse weather conditions. Will need to endure prolonged exposure to arid desert conditions i.e., prolonged sun and heat exposure during summer months.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
May be required to respond to 24-hour emergency calls for assigned work area to perform emergency building or equipment repairs during off-duty hours.
May be required to travel, including overnight stays, to various parts of the State in the performance of duties.
May be required to respond to emergency situations in an efficient and timely manner to effect immediate repairs

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Applicants must complete an examination process. A polygraph and background investigation are required for successful applicants. DPS supports a drug-free work environment through pre-employment drug testing.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

The Arizona Department of Public Safety is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to benefit-eligible employees in cooperation with the State of Arizona.

Accrued vacation pay and sick days
10 paid holidays per year
Deferred compensation plan
Top-ranked retirement plans
Affordable medical, dental, vision, life, and short & long-term disability insurance plans
Employee Assistance, Peer and Family Support Programs
Bus Cards (Subsidized partially by the State)
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 223-2290. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.

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