HVAC Technician- 40 Hours 7:00 AM- 3:30 PM

Mount Auburn Hospital; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Cambridge, MA is seeking an HVAC Plant Operator to maintain and operate steam generation and hospital plant systems. You will manage high-pressure boilers, chillers, air compressors, and generators to ensure reliable heating, cooling, and power throughout the facility.

The role requires a high school diploma, boiler operation training, and hospital plant experience; emphasis on safety, meticulous record-keeping, and the ability to respond to emergencies; weekend

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of Boiler Operation School preferred.
• HVAC training preferred.
• Three months of hospital plant systems on-the-job training required.
• Experience with high-pressure boilers and related equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate generation of steam to provide heat and to operate hospital equipment.
• Maintain high-pressure boilers and auxiliary equipment such as air conditioners, compressors, and generators.
• Perform routine HVAC maintenance including air filter changes, greasing bearings, and cleaning mechanical rooms.
• Record hours of boiler operation, pressure, and temperature.
• Keep records of fuel consumption.
• Observe functioning of steam, vacuum, water and other systems and adjust as needed.
• Respond to emergencies with sound judgment.
• Oversee operation of three centrifugal air-conditioning units for cooling as needed.
• Respond to trouble calls and take readings of air-handling equipment.
• Assume full responsibility for plant operations during shift.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow safety regulations.
• Operate a computerized energy management system.

Skills

Boiler operation

HVAC systems

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Boiler Operation School completed

HVAC training

Tools

Energy Management System

Control software

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. HVAC functions are performed including various construction, installation, maintenance, and repair work throughout the hospital. All assignments are completed in reasonable time frame as designated by supervisor. 7:00 AM- 3:30 PM Monday-Friday Occasional weekends needed

Job Description:

• Responsible for maintenance and operation of the generation of steam power to provide heat and to operate various equipment throughout the hospital.
• Maintains high-pressure boilers of various horsepower and such auxiliary equipment as air conditioner chillers, air compressors, and generators to provide steam, electric power, and auxiliary services.
• Performs routine maintenance on HVAC equipment such as air filter changes, greasing bearings, and cleaning mechanical rooms.
• Records such data as hours of boiler operation, pressure, and temperature.
• Keeps records of fuel consumption.
• Observes functioning of steam, vacuum, water, and other, indicating measures to determine operating condition of equipment.
• Makes adjustments and repairs where necessary.
• Uses considerable judgment in emergency situations.
• Oversees the operation of three centrifugal air-conditioning units, to provide chilled water to hospital for air-conditioning depending upon demand.
• Responds to trouble calls throughout the hospital and to taking readings and temperatures of air-conditioning and air-handling equipment.
• Assumes full responsibility of all plant operations during assigned shift.
• Maintains working area in a clean and orderly condition; observes standard safety rules and regulations.
• Maintains and operates a computerized energy management system and regularly performs duties of HVAC mechanic.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of Boiler Operation School (nine-month program) preferred.
• Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) training preferred.
• Experience Three months of on-the-job training in hospital plant systems required.
• Considerable experience with high-pressure boilers, steam engines, compressors, and auxiliary equipment preferred.
• Familiarity with steam fitting and plumbing methods through practical experience.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Third-Class Stationary Engineer’s License issued by the Massachusetts Department of Public Safety required.
• Massachusetts Refrigeration License issued by the Massachusetts Department of Public Safety required.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of high-pressure boiler operations, steam engines, compressors, and auxiliary equipment.
• Understanding of steam fitting, plumbing methods, and HVAC systems.
• Ability to monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain hospital plant systems.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices related to boiler and refrigeration systems.

Environmental/Social Qualifications:

• Working conditions include; exposure to typical boiler room elements including heat, steam, hot water, oil and grease, etc., with frequent exposure to adverse conditions.
• Able to see gauges/displays, hear alarms, and manipulate dials 100% of the time.
• Exposure to power tools and heavy equipment 100% of the time.
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, bend, and climb stairs.

Pay Range:

$30.00 - $41.00

The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.