HVAC Mechanic - Nights

Yale NewHaven Health; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale NewHaven Health is seeking a skilled HVAC technician to oversee the inspection, repair, and maintenance of heating and cooling systems in a hospital setting. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma, formal HVAC training, and 3 to 5 years of relevant experience.

Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently during off hours are essential. Candidates must hold either an S-2 or D-2 HVAC license and an EPA refrigerant reclaiming certificate. This role demands physical capability, including lifting and climbing.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school plus formal training in refrigeration, heating, and air conditioning.
• 3 to 5 years experience with installation, repair, and maintenance of HVAC systems.
• S-2 or D-2 HVAC license and EPA refrigerant reclaiming certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties related to inspection, repair, and maintenance of HVAC equipment.
• Make proper rounds and document findings.
• Complete repairs effectively and efficiently.

Skills

Customer Service

Preventive Maintenance

Repair Work

Troubleshooting

Energy Conservation

Cost Savings Opportunities

Education

High school diploma with formal training in HVAC

Tools

HVAC tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Under the general supervision of the manager of mechanical systems, perform duties associated with the inspection, repair, maintenance and operation of all HVAC equipment, refrigeration equipment, water coolers and specialized hospital equipment. Work independently off shifts and weekends and become familiar with the specifics of the hospital HVAC systems.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• 1.Customer Service
  • 1.1Wears proper uniform and I.D. card when answering service calls.
• 2.Preventive Maintenance
  • 2.1Makes proper rounds, signing all assigned clipboards and making rounds within the established time frames. Notify your lead man if you are unable to complete your rounds at 2:45pm (days). Log book entry if off-shift. notify your lead man if any contractors have moved into any machine rooms. Any defective equipment fouind on rounds should be repaired or put in the logbook and on the shop status board.
• 3.Repair Work
  • 3.1Repairs are completed professionally and in a timely manner.
• 4.Troubleshooting
  • 4.1Proper techniques and equipment are used to evaluate and analyze a problem efficiently.
• 5.Energy Conservation
  • 5.1Turns lights out when leaving mechanical rooms.
• 6.Cost Savings Opportunities
  • 6.1Makes an assessment of time and cost to replace or repair on assigned work. Discuss with your lead man if there appears to be a more cost effective means to complete the assignment.
• 7.Weekend/Holiday/Off shift Responsibilities
  • 7.1Carry your beeper and radio , responding to SRC calls, Order #1`s and to protecive services as requested.
• 8.General Responsibilities
  • 8.1You are to be in uniform at the start of your shift and follow the departmental uniform policy.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Position requires graduation from high school plus formal training in refrigeration, heating, and air conditioning. Training in electrical and electronic circuits and controls is required.

EXPERIENCE

Three (3) to five (5) years experience with extensive exposure to installation repair and maintenance of refrigeration, air conditioning and heating systems.

LICENSURE

S-2 or D-2 Ct. state HVAC license and a EPA refrigerant reclaiming certificate.

SPECIAL SKILLS

S-2 or D-2 Contractor's License is required. Must be able to modify or redesign parts of a system to enhance performance. Position requires EPA technician certification Type 2 or Universal (preferred). This certificate is obtained by attending a training seminar or by training programs run by local HVAC/Refrigeration supply companies

PHYSICAL DEMAND

lifting 40 pounds, bending, kneeling, ladder use to 20 feet.