HVAC Mechanic

Job Title

Sibley Memorial Hospital, Washington, D.C.

Position Summary:

• Demonstrates knowledge of techniques, procedures, use of equipment and Hospital and departmental policies necessary for job performance.
• Accounts for work daily using the P.O.M. computerized system. Maintain and repair heating, cooling, and refrigeration equipment, as well as, perform preventive maintenance as scheduled in such a manner as to keep equipment failure to a minimum.
• Work from blueprints, design specifications, and manufacture instruction to install compressors, motors, condensers, thermostats, fans, ducts, pipes, and other mechanical, electrical, and electronic components into place.
• Perform varied and complex tasks known as "troubleshooting", which requires the technician to examine and, if necessary, take apart a unit when a breakdown occurs to find the source of the problem. After the source is identified, conduct the necessary repairs, and then test the unit for proper operation.
• Demonstrate an excellent knowledge of D.D.C. controls and critical HVAC applications.
• Observes all safety regulations and practices; observes accepted procedures in care and use of tools and equipment.
• Performs duties and responsibilities in patient areas in a manner with the least inconvenience or discomfort to the patient; maintain a neat appearance in patient areas.
• Consistently strives to improve methods of keeping equipment in operation until proper repairs can be completed.
• Maintains patient care areas in keeping with preventive maintenance and schedules posted.
• Works under the direction of others when work load requires shifting form normal duties; directs the efforts of others in cases where the job load requires; maintains a cooperative attitude toward other hospital personnel.
• Must be able to adjust schedule to fit availability of equipment to be maintained or repaired.
• Maintains sufficient basic knowledge in electrical control circuits and power transmissions equipment to repair, revise or relate such malfunctions as may occur.
• May have access to secured and highly-sensitive areas (med rooms, pharmacy) for required job functions. Completes annual competency on Medication Room Safety & Security.
• May perform additional duties as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• One year of relevant education may be substituted for one year of required work experience or one year of relevant professional-level work experience may be substituted for one year of required education.
• Attendance at a school for trades or completion of a service connected with mechanical or electrical training program preferred

Experience:

• 5+ years of commercial HVAC/R experience required.
• Healthcare experience a plus.
• Knowledge of D.D.C. controls and HVAC applications necessary.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and knowledge of refrigeration systems needed.

Required Licensure, Certification, On-going Training:

• Successful completion of formal training in a state-approved HVACR Journeyman program at a vocational or technical school, college, or apprenticeship sponsor organization.
• Training in instrumentation and (electronic and pneumatic) control systems serving HVAC and other systems and components/Certification/Registration: Universal CFC certification required.
• Ability to take journeyman exam to within 1 year of employment.

Salary Range: Minimum 27.45/hour - Maximum 45.30/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.

We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.