HVACR Technician

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Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

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Summary
Performs inspections, testing and preventive maintenance of Air Handling Units, Rooftop Air Handlers, Exhaust Fans, Ice Machines, Refrigerators, Freezers and other equipment. Calibrates thermostat, humidistat and room pressure monitors. Ensures appropriate temperatures, humidity and room pressures are maintained. Performs other maintenance duties as required. Performs repairs to patient room reheats utilizing the Building Automation System. Troubleshoot mechanical issues on AHU/RTU's such as damper, chilled and hot water actuators and make repairs. Utilizes the Computerized Management Maintenance System (CMMS) for corrective and preventive maintenance. Performs other maintenance duties as required.

Job Duties

• Performs inspections, testing and preventive maintenance of HVACR and other equipment.
• Troubleshoots malfunctions; maintains and repairs heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration and associated equipment.
• Responds to trouble calls, work requests and emergency situations.
• Utilizes the CMMS work order system and documents time and work completed, all in a timely manner.
• Assists department colleagues of all trades.
• Ensures appropriate temperatures, humidity and room pressures are maintained.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with required year of experience or
• Technical School Diploma in HVAC
• 1 year Experience Industrial HVAC Technician and
• Less than 1 year with Technical School Diploma in HVAC
• Ability to read Operation Manuals, mechanical drawings and blueprints
• Knowledge of equipment operation, AHU mechanical/electrical components and repair practices
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• DL - Driver's License_PA - State of Pennsylvania

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's Degree HVAC
• 3 years Experience Industrial HVAC Technician
• EPA Refrigeration Certification - Environmental Protection Agency

Physical Demands
Lift over 50 lbs. Push/pull up to 140 lbs. Carry 80 lbs. short distances. Frequent standing/walking, squatting, kneeling, crawling, climbing and reaching overhead.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

Lehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Work Shift:
Day Shift

Address:
700 E Broad St

Primary Location:
Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton

Position Type:
Onsite

Union:
Not Applicable

Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday 6:30-15:00

Department:
1017-00146 Plant Operations