HVAC Technician

WakeMed Health & Hospitals; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed Health & Hospitals in Raleigh, NC seeks an HVAC Technician responsible for the overall maintenance of hospital HVAC systems and related equipment. Duties include preventive maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting across a range of equipment and systems, using BAS for daily operations and diagnostics.

The role requires a High School Diploma or Equivalent, with HVAC certificates preferred, and at least 5 years of facilities/HVAC maintenance experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required; HVAC certificates preferred.
• 5+ years of facilities maintenance experience required, 5 years HVAC maintenance experience also required.
• HVAC knowledge and ability to read blueprints/drawings for troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain HVAC systems and related equipment in hospital facilities.
• Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting of air handling units, rooftop units, split systems, and related components.
• Operate and interpret Building Automation System (BAS) data for daily operations and troubleshooting.
• Document work performed and parts used in the work order system.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

HVAC knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certificate Heating and Cooling

Certificate Air Conditioning

Tools

Vacuum pumps

Manifold gauges

Pro-press machines

Air flow hoods

Belt alignment tools

Digital volt/amp meters

Job description

Overview

Responsible for the overall maintenance of the HVAC systems, and assigned additional equipment in use at the hospital. These items include, but are not limited to periodic maintenance, repair, and troubleshoot of air handler unit, rooftop units, split systems, fan coil units, fire dampers, ice machines, pumps, motors, fan assemblies, unit heaters, refrigerators, freezers, air curtain units, overhead door fans, filtration units, filters, VAV boxes and duct work, etc. Knowledgeable of equipment that serves operating rooms, positive and negative pressure rooms. Reads and interprets construction blueprints/drawings used in troubleshooting these systems and equipment. Operates vacuum pumps, manifold gauges pro-press machines, air flow hoods, belt alignment tools, and digital volt/amp meters. Knowledgeable of the operation of a BAS (Building Automation system) and how it can be used for daily operations, history, and troubleshooting. The HVAC technician logs daily production/work performed in a work order system tracking time, equipment repairs, and parts through the use of computer or device such as an I-Pad. The HVAC technician will be a compassionate and effective communicator as they will interact with staff and patients.

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care.

For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

EOE

Licensure

Not Applicable

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required Certificate Heating and Cooling Preferred Certificate Air Conditioning Preferred

Experience

5 Years Facilities Maintenance Required 5 Years HVAC Maintenance Required