Hospital HVAC Technician: Chillers, AHU & Maintenance

Jefferson Health Plans; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Albert Einstein Medical Center is seeking a skilled HVAC Technician to operate, maintain, install, inspect, repair and troubleshoot hospital HVAC/R systems and equipment. The role ensures refrigerant compliance and adherence to NFPA, BOCA, ASHRAE and other regulatory guidelines.

The position requires completing an Air Conditioning and Refrigeration program and a high school diploma, with Philadelphia Class A license preferred for Philadelphia hospitals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, Vocational School or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration program from a certified technical school or training program.
• Philadelphia Class A license preferred for Philadelphia hospitals.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Maintains and repairs all equipment using refrigerants for heating/cooling, including cooling towers, auxiliary equipment, steam and controls systems.
• Troubleshoots heating and cooling problems including AHU’s, fans, pumps, cooling towers, VFD’s and related equipment.
• Installs new and/or replacement components and complete units including motors, belts, fans, thru walls, compressors, ice machines, valves, actuators, and other related equipment.
• Welds, brazes and solders piping, valves and associated components.
• Reads and works from blueprints, specifications, and owner’s manuals.
• Inspects and tests all HVAC related systems for reliability. Employs predictive technology such as vibrations and thermography for ongoing maintenance needs.
• Performs other maintenance duties and functions as needed and as directed by the supervisor or lead.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Troubleshooting

Refrigeration systems

Blueprints & manuals

Welding & brazing

Piping & valves

Education

High School Diploma / equivalent

AC&R technical program

Job description

Albert Einstein Medical Center is seeking a skilled HVAC Technician to operate, maintain, install, inspect, repair and troubleshoot hospital HVAC/R systems and equipment. The role ensures refrigerant compliance and adherence to NFPA, BOCA, ASHRAE and other regulatory guidelines.

The position requires completing an Air Conditioning and Refrigeration program and a high school diploma, with Philadelphia Class A license preferred for Philadelphia hospitals.