HVAC Mechanic II - Middletown ED

Christiana Care Health Services • Middletown, DE

5d • Onsite

About The Position

ChristianaCare is looking for a full-time HVAC Mechanic II. The HVAC Mechanic is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and optimization of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and building automation systems within ChristianaCare ambulatory, physician practice, and other off-site facilities. The position ensures reliable environmental conditions that support patient care, employee comfort, regulatory compliance, energy efficiency, and operational continuity. The HVAC Mechanic responds to routine and emergency service requests while maintaining a safe, customer-focused healthcare environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum four (4) years of progressively responsible HVAC service and maintenance experience.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, electronic, refrigeration, and control systems.
• EPA Section 608 Universal Certification required.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required.

Nice To Haves

• Journeyman HVAC Mechanic certification or equivalent trade credential preferred
• Completion of a recognized HVAC apprenticeship program, technical trade program, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Healthcare, commercial, institutional, or critical-environment experience preferred.
• Additional certifications related to HVAC controls, building automation systems, or energy management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and optimize HVAC and refrigeration equipment, including: Air handling units, Chillers, Cooling towers, Boilers and hot water systems, Split systems and package units, Variable air volume (VAV) systems, Exhaust and ventilation systems, Walk-in coolers and freezers, Ice machines and commercial refrigeration equipment.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities according to departmental standards and manufacturer recommendations.
• Monitor system performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability and energy efficiency.
• Maintain operational readiness of critical equipment supporting clinical and business operations.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain Building Automation Systems (BAS), energy management systems, and HVAC control systems.
• Diagnose issues involving sensors, actuators, thermostats, control valves, dampers, transmitters, controllers, and communication networks.
• Support system optimization, scheduling, and environmental control strategies to maintain occupant comfort and operational efficiency.
• Respond promptly to work orders and customer requests related to temperature, humidity, ventilation, indoor air quality, refrigeration, and facility comfort concerns.
• Communicate professionally with patients, caregivers, physicians, staff, contractors, and vendors.
• Provide exceptional customer service while minimizing disruptions to patient care and clinic operations.
• Respond to equipment failures, utility interruptions, water leaks, abnormal environmental conditions, fire alarm events, and other facility emergencies.
• Participate in after-hours, on-call, and emergency response activities as required.
• Restore systems safely and efficiently while documenting actions taken.
• Follow all organizational, departmental, regulatory, and safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspections, work orders, testing results, and equipment documentation utilizing computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Support compliance with applicable healthcare, environmental, and life safety standards.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas at all times.
• Identify and report safety hazards, equipment deficiencies, and compliance concerns.
• Collaborate with Facilities Engineering staff, vendors, contractors, and project teams on repairs, renovations, and equipment installations.
• Assist in training, mentoring, and evaluating HVAC apprentices and less experienced technicians.
• Participate in continuing education and technical training to remain current with industry technologies and best practices.

Benefits

• Full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, etc.
• 403(b)
• Generous paid time off
• Incredible Work/Life benefits including annual membership to care.com, access to backup care services for dependents through Care@Work, retirement planning services, financial coaching, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and great discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets and much more!
• health insurance
• paid time off
• retirement
• an employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED