HVAC Maintenance Technician

aah; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Winston-Salem, NC seeks a skilled HVAC Technician to maintain and repair hospital mechanical systems, ensuring reliable operations 24/7. You will perform preventive maintenance, respond to emergencies, and document activities in CMMS to support safe patient care.

Requirements include 2-4 years of HVAC or facility maintenance experience, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver’s license. The role is full-time with 40 hours per week and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in HVAC, mechanical systems, or facility equipment maintenance.
• Commercial HVAC experience in hospital/healthcare facility preferred.
• Proficient at maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing HVAC and mechanical equipment.
• CMMS, BAS/HVAC controls, and Microsoft Office familiarity.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in a healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Performs HVAC, facility, and equipment maintenance per codes and standards and documents activities in CMMS.
• Maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs commercial HVAC and mechanical systems, including air-handling equipment, motors, pumps, fans, boilers, and controls.
• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance to support reliable facility operations.
• Responds to HVAC and facility emergencies and informs requesters of corrective actions.
• Reads blueprints and maintenance manuals to complete tasks.
• Performs general facility maintenance such as doors, carpentry, painting, and grounds maintenance.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Communication

CMMS literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Driver's license

Tools

CMMS

BAS/HVAC controls

Microsoft Office

Job description

Department:

11607 Non Enterprise Corporate - Engineers

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hou rs Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Various

Pay Range: $26.55 - $39.85

Major Responsibilities

• Performs HVAC, facility, and equipment maintenance in accordance with applicable codes and standards. Documents preventive maintenance, repairs, and service activities through the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs commercial HVAC and mechanical systems , including air-handling equipment, motors, pumps, fans, boilers, heat exchangers, controls, refrigerators/freezers, and other related equipment.
• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, refrigeration and mechanical systems to support reliable facility operations and appropriate environmental conditions throughout the hospital.
• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical and electrical systems, including building automation/HVAC controls , pneumatic tube systems, plumbing, electrical, piped medical gas systems, specialized water systems, and commercial kitchen equipment within defined parameters.
• Responds to HVAC, mechanical, and facility emergencies, including equipment failures, leaks, floods, water outages, power outages, and other building-system issues , in accordance with established emergency response procedures.
• Responds to building occupant requests in a timely and professional manner, performs zone maintenance rounding, and keeps requesters informed of the status of corrective actions and service requests.
• Conducts preventive maintenance, equipment safety checks, and facility inspections. Reads blueprints, equipment documentation, and maintenance manuals as needed to complete assignments.
• Performs general facility maintenance as needed, including repairs to doors and hardware, carpentry, painting, grounds maintenance, and snow removal.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

• Driver's license required.

Education Required

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience Required

• 2-4 years of experience in HVAC, mechanical systems, or facility equipment maintenance .
• Commercial HVAC experience in a hospital, healthcare facility, or other 24/7 critical facility environment preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Proficient ability to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC and mechanical equipment .
• Basic computer skills, including CMMS, building automation systems (BAS)/HVAC controls , and Microsoft Office.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in an active healthcare environment.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, crawl, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. from floor to overhead, lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to chest-level, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to push/pull with 50 lbs. of force.
• Exposure to electrical and mechanical hazards and therefore knowledge of safety precautions.
• Position requires travel. May be exposed to road/weather hazards.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.; please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Hea