CORRECTIONAL MAINTENANCE OFFICER I Refrigeration Mechanic

Job Description

CORRECTIONAL MAINTENANCE OFFICER I Refrigeration Mechanic

Statewide

Recruitment #26-004057-0002

Department

Department of Public Safety and Correctional Svcs

Date Opened

8/5/2026 09:10:00 AM

Filing Deadline

9/18/2026 07:45:00 AM

Salary

$61,488.00 - $91,378.00/year

Employment Type

Full-Time

HR Analyst

Jodee Maldonado

Work Location

Somerset

Washington County

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Introduction

If you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth, apply to join the DPSCS team today!
The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. We are one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. In order to fulfill our mission of promoting safety, we have increased security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that will help offenders reintegrate into society upon release.
As a member of the DPSCS team, you can have a fulfilling career, while also enjoying a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave), becoming vested in the State pension, supplemental retirement options, and even joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.

GRADE

CORR 0004

LOCATION OF POSITION

Eastern Correctional Institution Roxbury Correctional Institution

30420 Revells Neck Road 18701 Roxbury Road
Westover, Maryland 21890 Hagerstown, Maryland 21746

Main Purpose of Job

A Correctional Maintenance Officer I Refrigeration Mechanic is the entry level of work involving the custody, security and supervision of adult inmates in maintenance and repair work in a correctional environment. Employees in this classification do not supervise other positions.

The main purpose of a Correctional Maintenance Officer Refrigeration Mechanic position is the installation, maintenance, and repair of commercial heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems, the instruction and supervision of incarcerated individuals assigned to the shop, and the maintenance of facility custody and security

POSITION DUTIES

A Correctional Maintenance Officer I Refrigeration Mechanic is the entry level of work involving the custody, security and supervision of incarcerated individuals in maintenance and repair work in a correctional environment. Employees in this classification do not supervise other positions. Employees in this classification receive close supervision from a Correctional Maintenance Officer Supervisor. Employees are subject to call-in during emergencies and staffing shortages. Work is performed in and around a correctional facility, and employees are continually exposed to incarcerated individuals who may be abusive and hostile and have access to potentially dangerous tools and equipment. When assigned to outside maintenance jobs, employees are exposed to all types of weather conditions. Employees may be required to physically subdue and restrain incarcerated individuals during fights, riots and escape attempts. The work may require moving objects weighing over 25 pounds.
Incarcerated Individuals Supervision: Maintains control and discipline among incarcerated individuals workers; conducts searches for contraband items; administers verbal or written disciplinary actions to incarcerated individuals for any violations of conduct standards. Enforces safety, sanitary, custody and security rules and regulations. Physically restrains incarcerated individuals if necessary during fights or escape attempts. Maintains continual count of incarcerated individuals assigned to work details supervised. Assigns installation maintenance or repair tasks to designated incarcerated individuals performing at various levels of proficiency in the trade. Train and instructs incarcerated individuals regarding methods and techniques, use of tools and equipment, and proper care of tools and equipment. Inspects and approves/disapproves all work performed by incarcerated individuals for adherence to quality standards.
Administrative related functions: Estimates time, materials, and supplies needed to conduct assigned maintenance or repair tasks. Orders supplies and materials needed. Keeps records of supplies and materials used; inventories materials on hand tools in use.
Performance of Trade- related functions: Personally performs certain installation, maintenance or repair tasks on refrigeration infrastructure. Plans and implements appropriate procedures, operates hand and power tools and equipment needed; maintains record of time, supplies and materials required. Escorts third party vendors and inspects completed work assignment.
Performs other related duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school diploma or possession of a high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Maryland Correctional Training Commission regulation.
Experience: Two years of refrigeration mechanic experience.
Notes:
1. The above educational requirement is set by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209, Annotated Code of Maryland.
2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience in correctional institutional specialty codes in the criminal justice field of work at a rate of two years of military experience for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given
to applicants with the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

Experience
and ability to ensure compliance with
standard trade practices and codes on air systems used in heating, ventilating,
and refrigeration
Experience
and ability to troubleshoot and perform work in operation, repair and
installation of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment and systems which
may use Freon chilled water for air cooling means and air or water for
condenser means
Experience
and ability to utilize diagnostic
equipment to control and measure air flow, room air changes and room
pressurization

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland prior to permanent appointment.
Some positions in this classification may require employees to acquire the appropriate Maryland driver's license to operate motor vehicles for the transportation of incarcerated individuals or supplies.
Employees who have not already done so must complete and successfully pass the Entrance Level Correctional Training Course required for the Maryland Correctional Training Commission certificate during the probationary period.
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the disposing or servicing of air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess technician certification from an approved Environmental Protection Agency certifying organization as required by Section 608 of the Federal Clean Air Act.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Selection standards for Correctional Officer certification are established by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209 of the Annotated Code of Maryland. These selection criteria are listed in detail in the Code of Maryland Regulations Title 12, Subtitle 10, Chapter 01 and include the following:
U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status
Must be at least 21 years of age
A completed background investigation
Oral interview
Physical examination.
Employees in this classification are subject to call-in 24 hours a day and, therefore, must provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.
Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

SELECTION PROCESS

Becoming a Correctional Maintenance Officer requires that a recruit completes the Entry Level Training Program at the Training Academy through the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission (MPCTC), at one of our regional locations throughout the state of Maryland. Upon successful graduation from the Academy, individuals will be assigned to facilities throughout the state of Maryland.
This recruitment will be used to fill vacancies throughout the State of Maryland. Please indicate on your application all the counties in the state of Maryland where you are willing to accept employment. Candidates will remain on the certified eligible list for a period of two years.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
Common Disqualifiers
Prior Drug Use- The Commission may not certify an applicant to a mandated position if the applicant has within a 12 month period immediately preceding the date of hire, unlawfully used natural cannabis or natural cannabinoids.
Arrest Records- No felony convictions; No misdemeanor convictions within five (5) years; No probations before judgement or parole and probation within five (5) years; Must not currently be on parole or probation; No civil drug convictions within three (3) years.
Driving Records- No convictions or probations before judgement on any 12-point violation within five (5) years. Including but not limited to driving under t

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited high school diploma or possession of a high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Maryland Correctional Training Commission regulation. Experience: Two years of refrigeration mechanic experience.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school diploma or possession of a high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Maryland Correctional Training Commission regulation.
Experience: Two years of refrigeration mechanic experience.
Notes:
1. The above educational requirement is set by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209, Annotated Code of Maryland.
2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience in correctional institutional specialty codes in the criminal justice field of work at a rate of two years of military experience for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given
to applicants with the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

Experience
and ability to ensure compliance with
standard trade practices and codes on air systems used in heating, ventilating,
and refrigeration
Experience
and ability to troubleshoot and perform work in operation, repair and
installation of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment and systems which
may use Freon chilled water for air cooling means and air or water for
condenser means
Experience
and ability to utilize diagnostic
equipment to control and measure air flow, room air changes and room
pressurization

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland prior to permanent appointment.
Some positions in this classification may require employees to acquire the appropriate Maryland driver's license to operate motor vehicles for the transportation of incarcerated individuals or supplies.
Employees who have not already done so must complete and successfully pass the Entrance Level Correctional Training Course required for the Maryland Correctional Training Commission certificate during the probationary period.
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the disposing or servicing of air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess technician certification from an approved Environmental Protection Agency certifying organization as required by Section 608 of the Federal Clean Air Act.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Selection standards for Correctional Officer certification are established by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209 of the Annotated Code of Maryland. These selection criteria are listed in detail in the Code of Maryland Regulations Title 12, Subtitle 10, Chapter 01 and include the following:
U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status
Must be at least 21 years of age
A completed background investigatio