HVAC Mechanic

Trinity Health; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Holy Cross Health is seeking an HVAC Mechanic to install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems across the main campus. You will ensure clinical spaces meet ASHRAE 170-compliant temperature, humidity, and pressure parameters to support patient safety and Joint Commission standards.

The role requires 3+ years of HVAC/R experience in healthcare settings, EPA Universal certification, and a commitment to on-site work, safety protocols, and regulatory

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; HVAC/R trade program preferred.
• 3+ years HVAC/R maintenance experience; healthcare or commercial setting preferred.
• EPA Universal (608) certification required; OSHA 10 and Florida HVAC license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled PM and corrective maintenance on AHUs, FCUs, chillers, cooling towers, VAV systems, and split systems.
• Respond to HVAC service calls and BAS alarms campus-wide; document work per infection control and Joint Commission requirements.

Skills

AHU/FCU maintenance

ASHRAE 170 compliance

Refrigerant handling

BAS/DDC interface

Pressure verification

Emergency response

CMMS documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

HVAC/R trade program

Tools

Refrigerant recovery/recharge equipment

Manifold gauges

BAS interface

Brightly Worxhub CMMS

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: The HVAC Mechanic performs installation, maintenance, and repair of all heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems across Holy Cross Health's main campus. This position reports to the Plant Supervisor and ensures clinical spaces maintain ASHRAE 170-compliant temperature, humidity, and pressure relationship parameters critical to patient safety and Joint Commission compliance.

POSITION SUMMARY

The HVAC Mechanic performs installation, maintenance, and repair of all heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems across Holy Cross Health's main campus. This position reports to the Plant Supervisor and ensures clinical spaces maintain ASHRAE 170-compliant temperature, humidity, and pressure relationship parameters critical to patient safety and Joint Commission compliance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Preventive & Corrective Maintenance

• Perform scheduled PM and corrective maintenance on AHUs, FCUs, chillers, cooling towers, VAV systems, and split systems.
• Respond to HVAC service calls and BAS alarms throughout the campus.
• Maintain filter change schedules and document per infection control and TJC requirements.

Compliance & Clinical Support

• Ensure all clinical and procedural spaces maintain ASHRAE 170-compliant temperature (68-75°F), humidity (30-60% RH), and pressure relationships.
• Support annual pressure relationship testing across OR suites, isolation rooms, and procedural areas.
• Document all HVAC work in CMMS and support TJC/CMS survey preparation.

Refrigeration & Specialty Systems

• Service medical refrigeration equipment, laboratory cooling systems, and pharmacy refrigerators.
• Perform refrigerant leak detection, recovery, and recharge per EPA 608 regulations.
• Maintain refrigerant logbooks and submit reports per regulatory requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High school diploma or GED required; completion of HVAC/R trade program preferred

Experience: 3+ years HVAC/R maintenance experience; healthcare or commercial preferred

Licenses/Certifications: EPA Universal (608) certification required; OSHA 10 preferred; Florida HVAC license preferred

Technology/Tools: Refrigerant recovery/recharge equipment, manifold gauges, BAS interface, Brightly Worxhub CMMS

Preferred Qualifications

• NATE (North American Technician Excellence) certification.
• Experience with Liebert CRAC unit maintenance (data center or OR support).
• BAS/controls interface experience (Tridium Niagara preferred).
• Chiller plant operation and maintenance experience.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• AHU and FCU maintenance
• ASHRAE 170 clinical environment compliance
• Refrigerant handling (EPA 608)
• BAS/DDC interface and troubleshooting
• Pressure relationship verification

• Chiller and cooling tower maintenance
• Preventive maintenance scheduling
• CMMS work order documentation
• Infection control in HVAC work
• Emergency HVAC response

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; frequent ladder climbing and rooftop work.
• Exposure to refrigerants, extreme heat, and confined mechanical spaces.
• Must wear PPE including gloves, eye protection, and respiratory protection.
• On-call rotation required for after-hours HVAC emergencies (e.g., OR CRAC failures).

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.