HVAC Mechanic

Ho-Chunk, Inc.; Fort Campbell North (KY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Ho-Chunk, Inc. is seeking a skilled HVAC Mechanic to operate and manage BAS, DDC, and HVACR systems in healthcare or regulated environments. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, timely troubleshooting, and accurate repairs to minimize downtime.

You will read wiring diagrams, repair electrical and mechanical equipment, and coordinate with the maintenance team to meet project deadlines. The job requires strict adherence to NFPA, NEC, OSHA codes and safety procedures, with a first shift

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in healthcare or similar regulated industrial setting as HVAC Mechanic.
• Knowledge of BAS, DDC, HVACR, and related controls.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and schematics for troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate BAS/DDC and HVACR systems.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and program BAS, DDC, and related equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and attention to safety procedures.

Skills

BAS & DDC

HVACR systems

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Safety compliance

Education

Journeyman HVAC license

EPA certification

Universal CFC/ESCO certification

Job description

Summary

General Summary

Primarily performs maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, servicing and programming of Building Automation Systems (BAS), Commercial and Industrial Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration Systems (HVACR), Exhaust Fans, Return Fans, Make Up Air Fans, Commercial Kitchen Equipment, Pneumatic and Mechanical systems. Electrical Motors, Belt, Direct Driven of various size motors and horsepower. Performs duties to support energy sustainment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Understands the proper procedures to filling out all required paperwork (Time Sheet, Parts Order Forms, etc.)
• Performs a variety of duties related to trouble call, corrective maintenance, preventative maintenance, within the assigned timeframe.
• Ability to perform work with limited or no supervision.
• Operations, maintenance, and monitoring of BAS-building automation systems.
• Performs maintenance, repair and operation of all HVACR / commercial equipment / systems.
• Troubleshoots, repairs, programs and maintains DDC, BAS, VFD sensors and mechanical devices.
• Performs repair and maintenance of critical refrigerated systems.
• Knowledge of repair, testing, and maintenance for fire alarm and life safety systems.
• Repair and maintenance of mechanical, electrical equipment, and miscellaneous electro-mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and understand wiring diagram / schematics to troubleshoot the electrical components of various units.
• Maintains the general cleanliness and appearance of assigned spaces and the workshop
• Assists the maintenance team, as required, and perform other duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Attendance is required to be successful.

Knowledge, Experience and Skill Requirements

• All appropriate safety practices for working with hand and power tools.
• BAS, DDC, Electrical, Plumbing, HVACR, safe operation and repairs.
• OSHA safety rules, AHA (Activity Hazard Analysis), LOTO (lockout-tag out).
• Safely perform tasks noted in essential duties.
• Coordinate and work with other staff members to achieve project deadlines.
• Read and comprehend operations and maintenance manuals, schematics, blueprints, and shop drawings.
• Clear verbal and written communications.
• Ability to troubleshoot systems using electronics, metering devices, bolometer, computers, and software systems.
• Solely identify and resolve failures/alarms related to critical building equipment.
• Fabricate items, using hand and power tools.
• Accurately determine time and materials required for a job.
• Attendance is required to be successful in the position

Education and Experience:

3 years’ experience in a healthcare or similar regulated industrial setting as a HVAC Mechanic with primary assignment to operate and manage BAS, DDC, and HVACR systems and, any combination of education and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and skills, is qualifying.

Licenses and Certification:

Required:

• Journeyman HVAC licensed or higher with EPA certification
• Universal Certification CFC/ESCO or Institute Certification for HVAC or related Accredited Certification
• Valid Driver’s License

Preferred:

• Completion of Mechanical Evaluation Certification for Hospital (MECH)
• Completion of an accredited Apprenticeship related program
• Knowledge of NFPA, NEC, TJC, OSHA, Local, State and Federal Codes

Work Environment

First shift 6AM- 2:30PM or 8:00 AM- 4:30

Work is performed indoors and outdoors in climatic weather conditions. Required to wear protective clothing and devices when working with hazardous chemicals. Subjected to hazardous gases, high pressure gases, hot liquids, dirt, dust, and oil/grease. Requires physical dexterity, standing, stooping, climbing, and lifting heavy objects to perform duties. Must be physically able to work on ladders, scaffolds, platforms, roofs and in cramped equipment rooms and other confined spaces.

• Possible exposure to hazardous materials, requiring use of respirators and personal protective safety attire and equipment.
• May require entering confined spaces such as ductwork, pits, and crawl spaces.
• Lifting and carrying varies – dependent on location of equipment up to 10-40 ft. height.
• Ability to push 50 pounds (maintenance equipment); ability to lift minimum of 50 pounds (supplies and equipment)

Wage:

$24-30/hr with 5.09 of HW

This job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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