HVAC Technician

McLean Hospital; Belmont (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility is seeking a skilled individual to install, operate, maintain, and repair HVAC and mechanical systems. Responsibilities include servicing control systems, refrigeration, and ensuring appropriate environmental conditions. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or equivalent, with 1-2 years of HVAC experience and preferred hospital mechanics experience. Join a team that values diverse perspectives and ideas, ensuring the health and comfort of patients and staff.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of HVAC experience required.
• 3-5 years of hospital mechanic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain refrigeration systems.
• Design and maintain air duct systems.
• Service control systems and cooling towers.
• Maintain environmental conditions in research areas.

Skills

Knowledge of state and local building codes

Ability to estimate time and materials

Ability to lift 25 - 100 pounds

Independent decision-making

Tactful interaction with staff and public

Legible reading and writing

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma

Job description

Summary

Installs, operates, maintains, and repairs all hospital mechanical and HVAC equipment and related machinery. Installs, operates, maintains, and repairs HVAC control systems, including pneumatic and electro-pneumatic systems that control all hospital building environments.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

• Installs, repairs, and maintains hospital commercial and domestic refrigeration systems, air conditioning, heating, and ventilation systems according to manufacturer's specifications.
• Design, install, maintain, and repair air duct systems, refrigeration piping, and control wiring according to established procedures for heat load and equipment.
• Service pneumatic and electronic control systems encompassing humidification control systems, according to manufacturers' specifications.
• Perform water treatment and maintenance for cooling towers and chill water systems according to established procedures.
• Service ultra-cold freezers and specialized medical and research refrigeration systems and environmental systems.
• Installs, inspects and maintains warm and cold air steam and hot water heating and ventilating units according to established procedures and manufacturers' specifications.
• Maintains appropriate environmental conditions in all research, animal, and computer areas, as demonstrated by maintaining humidity, thermometer, and airflow levels within acceptable ranges.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma Related Field of Study required.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes

Licenses and Credentials

• Heating and Ventilation Engineer [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters preferred
• Refrigeration Technician [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Department of Public Safety and Inspections Division preferred
• Personal Drivers License (New Hampshire) - New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles preferred
• Fuel Gas Fitter [New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Mechanical Safety and Licensing Board preferred

Experience

HVAC experience 1-2 years required and Hospital mechanic experience 3-5 years preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of state and local building codes, blueprint reading, and use of tools and materials.
• Ability to estimate time and materials needed to complete a job.
• Able to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing 25 - 100 pounds while climbing, balancing, standing, or crawling.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action in a timely fashion.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with staff, patients, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies and maintain the appearance of the department.
• Must be able to read, write legibly, speak clearly, and understand the English language.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Constantly (67-100%)
• Walking Constantly (67-100%)
• Sitting Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Frequently (34-66%)
• Pulling Frequently (34-66%)
• Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Balancing Constantly (67-100%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Equal Opportunity Statement

The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.