HVAC-R Technician - 1st Shift - Lexington, KY

​Salary: $30 to $32 per hour

HVAC-R Technician - UK HealthCare - Lexington, KY

Crothall Healthcare , a Compass Healthcare company, provides specialized, high-quality, innovative, and responsive support services exclusively to the healthcare industry. Crothall serves many of the Top 100 Hospitals throughout its over 900 hospital partners across 46 states. Crothall has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work and Best Places to Work in Pennsylvania since 2013. Crothall has more than 32,000 team members, with core services include: Environmental Services, Patient Transportation, Patient Observation, Healthcare Facilities Management, Sterile Processing Services, and Ambulatory EVS. Learn more at .

Job Summary

The HVAC-R Maintenance Technician is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC and refrigeration systems throughout the facility. This position supports a safe, comfortable, and compliant environment for patients, visitors, and staff. This is a first shift 7:30am to 4pm M-F schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

Utilize CMMS software to document work performed and update work orders using a mobile device. 

Operate, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair chillers, air handlers, fans, VAV systems, refrigeration equipment, controls, valves, dampers, and thermostats. 

Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, testing, and equipment rounds. 

Diagnose equipment malfunctions and implement corrective actions. 

Respond to facility emergencies and perform urgent repairs. 

Assist with maintenance projects, equipment installations, and renovations. 

Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals. 

Maintain accurate maintenance logs and compliance documentation. 

Communicate significant equipment issues and repair recommendations to leadership. 

Perform other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent. 

3-5 years of HVAC or mechanical maintenance experience in healthcare, commercial, industrial, or institutional environments. 

Working knowledge of HVAC-R equipment, refrigeration systems, electrical components, and mechanical systems. 

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics. 

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical maintenance activities. 

Preferred Qualifications:

HVAC certification, trade school diploma, or state HVAC license. 

EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification. 

Healthcare facilities maintenance experience. 

Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS) and CMMS platforms. 

Apply to Crothall today!

Crothall is a member of Compass Group USA

Associates at Crothall are offered many fantastic benefits. 

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Crothall maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1582493

Crothall Healthcare 

Abigail Van Eman 

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