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Job Summary

The HVAC Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and operation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC/R) systems to ensure a safe, comfortable, and compliant environment for patients, staff, and visitors. This role performs routine preventive maintenance, emergency response repairs, and system monitoring across facility equipment in alignment with regulatory and organizational standards.

Essential Functions

+ Maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs HVAC/R systems including air handlers, chillers, boilers, compressors, pumps, VAV systems, and related components.

+ Responds promptly to urgent service requests involving HVAC issues, leaks, equipment failures, and facility emergencies such as hazardous spills, fire alarms, and weather-related needs.

+ Performs scheduled preventive maintenance on HVAC/R systems and associated infrastructure; documents findings and initiates corrective work orders as needed.

+ Monitors, tests, and adjusts building automation systems (BAS) and environmental controls to ensure energy efficiency and optimal performance.

+ Orders and tracks inventory and parts for repairs and maintenance activities; ensures timely documentation of labor, materials, and task completion.

+ Completes Infection Control Risk Assessments (ICRA) prior to performing work in patient care areas to maintain safety and compliance.

+ Identifies and reports potential facility issues while navigating facility spaces; creates or completes work orders to address issues found.

+ Maintains accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, repairs, and compliance checks in accordance with regulatory and organizational requirements.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

+ Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

+ Experience working in a hospital or medical facility preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

+ Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing HVAC/R systems, including electrical and control systems.

+ Ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals.

+ Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.

+ Effective communication and documentation skills.

+ Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks.

+ Commitment to safety and infection prevention protocols in healthcare environments.

Licenses and Certifications

+ Certified HVAC Technician preferred

Equal Employment Opportunity

This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.