HVAC MECHANIC I PD | FACILITIES | PER DIEM (23576)

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center in Paramus, NJ is seeking an HVAC Mechanic I to join the Facilities team on a per diem basis. The role involves maintaining and repairing central and package AC, heating, steam systems, and associated piping, with attention to safety and quality standards.

The position requires one year of related experience, basic English communication, and strong teamwork. Per diem schedule supports patient care operations and facility reliability.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience preferred.
• English reading/writing as required by the position.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and monitors HVAC, heating, steam, and related piping.
• Maintains and checks electrical and pneumatic controls.
• Responds to emergencies and supports building maintenance.
• Keeps daily time reports and logs rounds.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Tool handling

Safety awareness

Education

Trade school HVAC/plumbing

Tools

HVAC tools

Job description

HVAC MECHANIC I | FACILITIES | PER DIEM (23576)

Requisition Number: HVACM009625

Locations

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New Jersey CPB
Paramus, NJ 07652, USA

Description

Join Our Team at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center!**

We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is looking for a HVAC Mechanic I.

Job Duties

• Repairs and monitors air conditioning systems (central and package), heating systems (water and steam), steam systems (high, medium, low pressure), temperature readings on fans and pumps, heating, cooling, and re-circulation pumps. Also responsible for maintenance of fans (supply, return, exhaust), and oxygen and nitrous oxide piping.
• Maintains chilled water, steam, condensate, roof leader, glass acid piping and all other related piping.
• Makes rounds in all mechanical rooms, logs said rounds, monitors equipment, repairs plumbing (sinks, toilets, etc.).
• Performs plumbing installation and repair. Snakes out drain lines and sewers.
• Troubleshoots electrical and pneumatic controls and checks air compressors.
• Makes recommendations to supervisor in regard to safety and equipment operation procedure. Also, recommends when the equipment needs to be replaced instead of repaired.
• Responds to elevator emergencies.
• Performs general repair to building and equipment on assigned zone/floor as requested.
• Completes daily time report at end of shift.
• Performs snow/ice removal as requested.
• Customer Service: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations.
• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Assesses gaps in policies and procedures and creates necessary policies and procedures to fulfill these gaps.
• Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct.
• Familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.

OTHER JOB DUTIES

Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall objectives of the department and organization.

Position Qualifications

• Preferably, a minimum of one year experience.
• Ability to select and use tools and equipment appropriate to the task required.
• Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Education

Trade school (HVAC or plumbing courses) graduate is preferred.

JOB SETTING/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must work in extreme temperatures.
• Noisy, dusty, dirty conditions.
• Potential of exposure to various contaminants.
• Prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking.
• Pushes, pulls or moves/lifts heavy equipment/supplies.
• Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching

Salary commensurate with experience within posted range:

$32.99/hr.

Benefits

• We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays.
• Additionally, we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development.

Please note that selection of the candidate for any position will depend on several factors, including the individual’s educational background, skills, and professional experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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