HVAC Technician

Mass General Brigham•Belmont, MA

48d•$32 - $69•Onsite

About The Position

Installs, operates, maintains, and repairs all hospital mechanical and HVAC equipment and related machinery. Installs, operates, maintains, and repairs HVAC control systems, including pneumatic and electro-pneumatic systems that control all hospital building environments.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma Related Field of Study required
HVAC experience 1-2 years required
Knowledge of state and local building codes, blueprint reading, and use of tools and materials.
Ability to estimate time and materials needed to complete a job.
Able to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing 25 – 100 pounds while climbing, balancing, standing, or crawling.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action in a timely fashion.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with staff, patients, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
Must maintain the care and use of supplies and maintain the appearance of the department.
Must be able to read, write legibly, speak clearly, and understand the English language.

Nice To Haves

HVAC license preferred
Ability to work independently
Healthcare background preferred
Hospital mechanic experience 3-5 years preferred
Heating and Ventilation Engineer [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters preferred
Refrigeration Technician [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Department of Public Safety and Inspections Division preferred

Responsibilities

Installs, repairs, and maintains hospital commercial and domestic refrigeration systems, air conditioning, heating, and ventilation systems according to manufacturer's specifications.
Design, install, maintain, and repair air duct systems, refrigeration piping, and control wiring according to established procedures for heat load and equipment.
Service pneumatic and electronic control systems encompassing humidification control systems, according to manufacturers' specifications.
Perform water treatment and maintenance for cooling towers and chill water systems according to established procedures.
Service ultra-cold freezers and specialized medical and research refrigeration systems and environmental systems.
Installs, inspects and maintains warm and cold air steam and hot water heating and ventilating units according to established procedures and manufacturers' specifications.
Maintains appropriate environmental conditions in all research, animal, and computer areas, as demonstrated by maintaining humidity, thermometer, and airflow levels within acceptable ranges.