HVAC Refrigeration Technician - Wernersville State Hospital

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania•Berks County, PA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to apply your technical skills in a hands-on role that keeps essential systems running smoothly? As an HVAC Refrigeration Technician with Wernersville State Hospital, you will help maintain critical equipment that supports the health and safety of the hospital community. This position gives you opportunities to work with a wide variety of systems and tools while contributing to a mission-driven environment. Your work ensures that heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems operate reliably year round. Step into a career where your efforts make a real impact! This role focuses on maintaining, repairing, and installing a wide range of refrigeration, ventilation, heating, and air conditioning systems used throughout the hospital. The work supports daily operations and helps create a safe, comfortable environment for consumers and staff.

Requirements

Successful completion of the HVAC and Building Automation Technician trainee program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Three years of experience in the maintenance, repair, and installation of HVAC and refrigeration systems, units, and equipment including one year working with commercial or industrial HVAC or refrigeration equipment and controls; or An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year working with commercial or industrial HVAC or refrigeration equipment and controls.
Active motor vehicle license.
Must obtain EPA Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification from an approved provider within 6 months of employment.
Meet the PA residency requirement.
Able to perform essential job functions.
Satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

Responsibilities

Perform complex repairs on compressors, valves, motors, and mechanical components
Construct and install HVAC and refrigeration units using blueprints and diagrams
Identify malfunctions by analyzing issues, performing diagnostics, and testing equipment
Service and balance air handling units and maintain heating and chilled water systems
Follow safety standards when working with ladders, confined spaces, and hazardous materials
Document work clearly and communicate with supervisors and staff about equipment needs