HVAC Mechanic, Senior

Duke PA; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University seeks an HVAC technician to maintain and repair HVAC systems in hospital, medical, or research facilities on-site at Duke Medicine. The role involves troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, documentation, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Responsibilities include training new staff, interpreting blueprints, and adjusting systems for optimal performance while complying with local, state, and federal codes.

Qualifications

• Educational background normally equivalent to high school with course work in skilled crafts.
• 4 years of broad-based experience in: charging small refrigeration appliances; changing compressors, belts and valves; and adjusting and calibrating temperature and humidity controls.
• OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE.
• Valid NC. Driver's license and a driving history acceptable under the Safe Driving Policy.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair and/or replace HVAC systems and equipment in hospital/medical/research facilities, including chillers, cooling towers, direct expansion systems, and related components.
• Perform periodic preventive maintenance and test systems to ensure compliance with codes and hospital standards.
• Complete documentation (work orders, inventory, maintenance records) and use computer software for maintenance activities and compliance.
• Maintain, adjust, modify and overhaul refrigeration/air conditioning systems using blueprints and specifications.
• Make initial settings and final adjustments to HVAC systems and modify installations to achieve required results.
• Charge all types of refrigeration equipment and follow maintenance schedules; propose major overhaul recommendations.
• Provide guidance to lower-level staff and assist in training new personnel.

Skills

HVAC troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Emergency response

Privacy compliance

Education

High school & skilled crafts

Job description

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Bring your skills to a hands‑on role maintaining and repairing HVAC systems and helping develop new staff.

Be You.

Perform all levels of work in the troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and equipment within Duke Medicine facilities in accordance with pertinent local, state, and federal codes and regulatory requirements; assist in training new staff members.

Work Arrangement – On‑Site

DEPARTMENTAL PREFERENCES

Experience/Training in a healthcare or research setting preferred.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training - Work requires an educational background normally equivalent to high school with course work in skilled crafts.

Experience - Work requires 4 years of broad‑based experience in: Charging small refrigeration appliances; changing compressors, belts and valves; and adjusting and calibrating temperature and humidity controls.

OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations - Valid N.C. Driver's license and a driving history acceptable under the guidelines of the Safe Driving Policy.

Be Bold.

Work Performed

• Maintain, repair and/or replace HVAC systems and equipment in hospital, medical or research facilities to include, but not limited to, chillers, cooling towers, direct expansion systems, electric blast coils, immersion coil pumps, fans, starters, pneumatic and electric controls, electrostatic filters, domestic refrigerators, walk‑in coolers and freezers, fountain equipment and ice makers.
• Perform periodic preventive maintenance on HVAC systems and equipment in accordance with established schedules and procedures; test and examine systems and equipment to assess functional status and conformance with hospital standards and state, local and federal code and regulatory standards.
• Complete required documentation to include, but not limited to, work order forms, inventory/order forms, and corrective/preventive maintenance documents; use computer software as applicable to maintenance and repair activities plus various employee training, payroll and compliance requirements.
• Maintain, adjust, modify and perform major overhaul and repair of refrigeration and air conditioning systems by interpreting blueprints, manufacturer specifications, written and verbal instructions.
• Make initial settings and final adjustments of refrigeration and air conditioning systems and modifying existing installations to obtain required results.
• Charge all types of refrigeration equipment. Follow a predetermined schedule of preventive maintenance; make recommendations regarding major overhaul of systems.
• Provide technical guidance and direction to lower‑level personnel. Assist in training new staff members.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively communicate in one‑on‑one or small group situations with customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to communicate effectively and respond appropriately in emergency situations.
• Must respect the privacy of patients and maintain the confidentiality of any patient information related to their treatment.
• Ability to complete daily records, logs, and time sheets both manually and by computer or mobile device.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk.
• The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms above and below shoulder level, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee is frequently required to climb ladders and routinely climb stairs.
• The employee must regularly lift, push, and/or pull up to 20 pounds, frequently lift, push, and/or pull up to 35 pounds, and occasionally lift, push, and/or pull 50 pounds or more.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally be exposed to high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. Because of these potential exposures, the employee is required to attend all related safety training sessions and follow/comply with all appropriate safety guidelines.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Choose Duke.

Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $21.62 to USD $35.75. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family‑friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

Equal Opportunity Employer: Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy- related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions:

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and reasonable accommodation(s) can be requested with Duke Access and Accommodations Services (email: [e-mail]; phone: [phone]).

Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh

Read more about Duke’s commitment to affirmative action and nondiscrimination at hr.duke.edu/eeo.