HVAC Mechanic II - 7:30a-4p - Wilmington

HVAC Mechanic II – Wilmington, Delaware We are guided by our values of Love and Excellence and are passionate about delivering health, not just health care. Come join us at ChristianaCare! ChristianaCare is seeking a full‑time HVAC Mechanic II to operate, maintain, and repair all heating, ventilating, and air conditioning equipment at the Wilmington and Christiana Hospitals. Duties and Responsibilities Operate, maintain, and repair all heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment, including steam and hot water heating systems, chilled water and direct expansion cooling systems. Operate, maintain, and repair ice machines, packaged refrigerators/freezers, walk‑in refrigerators/freezers and other cooling and refrigeration equipment. Operate and maintain pneumatic/electronic temperature/humidity control systems – thermostats, valves, dampers, transmitters, controllers, switches, and sensors. Operate and maintain chillers for comfort or process cooling systems and associated cooling towers. Respond to complaints about equipment operation, temperature, and/or humidity in all areas of the hospital and handle emergency situations such as power failures and fire alarms to restore equipment. Maintain clean and safe work areas at all times. Assist in training HVAC apprentice mechanics and evaluate performance. Follow all applicable safety procedures and report any unsafe activities or hazards in a timely manner. Read blueprints and schematics. Perform other related duties as required. Hours Day shift 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. – On‑call alternating weeks, weekends, and holidays. Education and Experience Requirements High School graduate or equivalent. Four years of relevant HVAC experience. Journeyman certification, Master HVAC/R license, or military HVAC/R specialist experience. Special Requirements Maintain EPA certification for working with CFC, HCFC, HFC refrigerants (Level I and Level II) under Section 608. Obtain Respiratory Medical Clearance and be able to wear a half‑face Air Purifying Respirator or Power Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR). Physical Demands Strenuous work associated with direct HVAC system repair, including operating chain falls and large wrenches, climbing cooling towers, boiler tops, ladder work, and bending and stooping over equipment. Working Conditions Exposure to oils, grease, hot surfaces, chemical fumes, soot, dust, dirt, extreme heat, cold, and noise. Potential for burns, scalds, eye and ear hazards, and falls. Work may occur in cramped and confined areas with risk of infection. Benefits Collaborative and team‑focused environment. Full medical, dental, vision, life insurance, etc. 403(b) retirement plan. Generous paid time off. Work‑life benefits: annual membership to care.com, backup care services through View email address on click.appcast.io, retirement planning, financial coaching, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and discounts on hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets, and more. This position has a starting rate of $35.12 per hour, regardless of prior experience. After six months of continuous employment, the hourly rate will automatically increase to $39.43 per hour. After one year of continuous employment, the hourly rate will automatically increase to $43.73 per hour. This pay range represents ChristianaCare's good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including, without limitation, skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement ChristianaCare is an equal‑opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities during the application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. ChristianaCare remains committed to refusing discrimination, with staff reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, or local law. Posting Information Post End Date: July 18, 2026 For more about benefits for eligible positions visit #J-18808-Ljbffr Christiana Care Health System