Refrigeration Mechanic

Refrigeration Mechanic

Jackson Health System (General Blurb)

Jackson Health System is a nationally and internationally recognized academic medical system offering world-class care to any person who walks through our doors. For more than 100 years, Jackson has evolved into one of the world's top medical providers for all levels of care, no matter if it's for a routine patient visit or for a lifesaving procedure. With more than 2,000 licensed beds, we are also proud of our role as the primary teaching hospital for the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.

Here, the best people come together to deliver Jackson's mission for our diverse communities. Our employees are committed to providing the best CARE by demonstrating compassion, accountability, respect, and expertise in everything we do.

Summary

Refrigeration Mechanic work at the journeyman level in the installation, maintenance and repair of refrigeration equipment. An employee in this classification services air conditioning systems and units, cold storage plants, refrigerators, water cooling systems and related equipment utilized in a wide variety of facilities and buildings. Employees work independently using hand tools, power tools and various precision-measuring and testing instruments.

Responsibilities

• Maintains simple job records and equipment service records.
• Assists Unit Supervisor in planning modification and new installation projects, helps prepare specifications, for major overhauling and reconditioning jobs.
• Checks gauges and makes inspection for preventive maintenance.
• Verifies the absence of refrigerant leaks then adds gas to refrigeration units.
• Adjusts or changes belts, replaces gaskets, hinges, and hardware.
• Installs, repairs, and removes and replaces motors, thermostats, humidistats, and adjusts expansion valves.
• Repairs or adjusts valves, piping connections, fittings, and couplings.
• Tests refrigeration equipment for refrigerant leaks.
• Overhauls, and service refrigeration units by repairing, replacing, or adjusting worn or broken parts on condensers, compressors, and water and vacuum pumps.
• May be responsible for transporting sensitive medical supplies, equipment, or medications that require careful handling, timely delivery, and adherence to specific risk protocols (as applicable).
• Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise). Performs all other related job duties as assigned.

Generally, requires 3 to 5 years of related experience.

High School diploma is strongly preferred.

Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Ability to exercise sound and independent judgment. Knowledge and skill in use of job appropriate technology and software applications.

Valid Miami-Dade Certificate of Competency as a Journeyman in General Mechanical or a Journeyman in Air-Conditioning Unlimited license is preferred. Must possess a valid Florida Driver License and satisfactory driving record, and a Type I, type II, or Universal certification from an EPA recognized certification program in refrigerant transition and recovery service practices. Must have a clean driving record, free from major traffic offenses (e.g., accidents, DUIs, traffic violations, etc.)