HVAC Refrigeration Mechanic II

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Tewksbury, MA

10h

About The Position

Tewksbury Hospital, operated by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, is seeking an HVAC Refrigeration Mechanic II to install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, and refrigeration systems and related equipment. The role includes performing preventative maintenance and keeping equipment in proper operating order. The mechanic also leads the department and orders, maintains, and inventories related supplies and equipment.

This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week on the first shift, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with Saturday and Sunday off. Depending on assignment, a current and valid Massachusetts Refrigeration Technician's License may be required. Candidates must acknowledge and attest to their COVID-19 and influenza vaccination status, or applicable mitigation measures, under the regulation governing State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities.

Requirements

• At least two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical experience installing, maintaining, and repairing heating, refrigeration, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems, or an equivalent combination of experience and the listed substitutions.
• A certificate or diploma from a recognized institution above the high-school level showing completion of a two-year refrigeration and heating program may substitute for one year of required experience; education toward the credential is prorated based on requirements completed.
• Knowledge of standard preventative-maintenance procedures for heating, ventilation, refrigeration, air-conditioning, and related electrical systems.
• Familiarity with lubricating machinery and equipment and with the care and maintenance of small hand tools and power tools.
• Experience with safety practices and procedures for installing, maintaining, and repairing heating, ventilation, refrigeration, air-conditioning, and electrical systems.
• Skill using the terminology, coding, symbols, and standard abbreviations used in installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, ventilation, refrigeration, air-conditioning, and related electrical systems.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to establish rapport and maintain harmonious working relationships with people from varied ethnic, cultural, and economic backgrounds.
• A current and valid Massachusetts Refrigeration Technician's License may be required, depending on assignment.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a hospital and/or campus setting working with multiple disciplines and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Install heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, and refrigeration equipment, including controls, related fixtures, air and water filters, and refrigeration piping.
• Maintain, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on HVAC equipment, including window A/C units, fan-cooled chilled-water units, split systems, steam absorbers, cooling towers, fan coil units, air handlers, and pneumatic controls.
• Maintain, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on refrigeration equipment, including refrigerators, walk-in coolers, ice machines, and drinking-water chilled-water units.
• Repair and perform preventative maintenance on heating, exhaust, and ventilation systems and make-up air handler units.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions by observing gauges and indicators, adjusting controls, testing joints and connections for gas leaks, and using testing equipment such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, and amprobes.
• Maintain, rebuild, and replace worn or defective parts; replace or reclaim specified gases or fluids; and lubricate motors and bearings.
• Handle open and closed water systems, including adding algaecides to cooling towers to prevent the spread of airborne bacteria.
• Perform related work such as pipe fitting and threading, soldering and brazing joints, and installing compressors, temperature and humidity controls, belts, motors, air filters, and circulating fans.
• Order, maintain, and inventory supplies and equipment used for heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, and refrigeration work.
• Lead the department.

Benefits

• The Commonwealth offers an employee benefits package described as supporting employees, their loved ones, and their future; specific benefits are not listed in the posting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed