Lead HVAC & Refrigeration Technician

ALSAC; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis seeks a Lead-HVAC Refrigeration Mechanic to supervise, operate and maintain critical facilities and equipment, including building automation and hospital systems.

The role includes leading preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and coordinating with cross-functional teams while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. You will review designs, oversee modifications, maintain records, and ensure consistent operations across campus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/ GED required.
• Successful completion of Refrigeration training program or equivalent.
• EPA Refrigerant Recovery Certification required.
• Refrigeration Engineer First Class License and Steam Engineer First Class License may be required by SJCRH.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical service and ensure proper supervision, monitoring, operation and maintenance of facilities and equipment.
• Lead preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, calibration, and testing campus-wide; maintain accurate records.
• Review designs and oversee modifications, additions, and expansions.
• Liaise with departmental teams across the institution.
• Ensure compliance with facility management procedures and safety standards.
• Supervise cleanliness and maintain accurate records for facilities.
• Ensure BAS monitoring and maintenance comply with policies and regulations.
• Train and guide team members; address escalations and deviations.

Skills

A/C Refrigeration

CMMS

Building BAS

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma / GED

Refrigeration training program

Tools

Metasys

Pumps

Motors

Job description

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis seeks a Lead-HVAC Refrigeration Mechanic to supervise, operate and maintain critical facilities and equipment, including building automation and hospital systems.

The role includes leading preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and coordinating with cross-functional teams while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. You will review designs, oversee modifications, maintain records, and ensure consistent operations across campus.