HVAC Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

To assist in the performance of duties necessary to keep the physical structure and associated equipment of hospital in good repair. 

Functions and Duties:

• Maintain and repair HVAC equipment and associated components in working order.
• Repair/install HVAC ducting, diffusers, dampers and controls. 
• Maintain a current EPA Freon certificate. 
• Maintain current refrigerant record of use.
• Performs all assigned tasks in a professional manner to reflect the highest integrity of the Maintenance department.
• Assists in maintaining and repairing HVAC controls and associated equipment to maximize efficiency levels in all environmentally controlled areas.
• Performs urgent corrective, routine and requisitioned repairs of electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems as required.
• Performs preventative maintenance duties to all physical structures of hospital and complies with all building safety codes. This is to include facility equipment and associated controls.
• Performs preventative maintenance on equipment and systems as required.
• As required, assists in maintaining electrical wiring and emergency generator systems. 
• Inspects and tests equipment/systems.
• Maintains routine records of all inspections, preventative maintenance and repairs performed on any equipment or system.
• Repairs walls and physical surfaces, cosmetic items, protection, and other treatment area components as needed including paint touch-ups.
• Assists in replacing, installing, repairing and testing electrical circuits, equipment, appliances and lighting systems as required.
• Assists and supports grounds and property maintenance as necessary. Duties include: light pavement maintenance, grounds keeping, safety marking maintenance, building exterior maintenance, rubbish removal, etc.
• Performs manual duties as requested (i.e., moving supplies or furniture, replacing light bulbs, removing trash or scrap material).
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education

• High school or equivalent required.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years’ experience HVAC w/5-10 ton systems preferred.

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations

• Valid Driver’s license required.
• HVAC certification preferred.
• EPA universal refrigerant certification preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics
• Ability to read and understand manufactures operating procedures
• Ability to trouble shoot and determine corrective repair to equipment
• Working knowledge of refrigeration systems
• Understanding and experience in trouble shooting controls

Physical Demands:

• Sit or stand for a prolonged periods of time.
• Regularly exposed to body fluids with the risk of blood borne pathogens or airborne pathogens.
• Average lifting 50 pounds / Able to transfer 60 pounds.   
• Able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) (mask, gown, gloves, other hearing and body protection).
• Works in a safe manner with all tools and equipment needed to accomplish the above essential functions and duties.   Examples:  ladders, hand and power tools, industrial tools such as table saws, portable pumps, drain cabling and hydro flush machines. 
• Able to use stairwells to move from floor to floor.
• Able to lift or position materials greater than 50 pounds with assistance or assistive devices; requesting assistance is expected.
• Required in positioning and moving furniture, equipment, and construction materials. 
• Considerable twisting, bending, stooping, kneeling and reaching during many aspects of job duties.
• Motor coordination and manual dexterity.
• Able to hear changes in pitch necessary to recognize normal and not normal mechanical sounds.
• Able to use one or both hands for grasping, pushing/pulling and fine adjustments to perform procedures.
• Able to feel vibrations and temperature changes.
• Near acuity: clarity of vision at 20 inches or less, with 20/40 vision or better with or without correction.  
• Far acuity: clarity of vision at 20 feet or more, with 20/40 vision or better with or without correction.
• Ability to adapt to continually changing environment.

Work Environment:

Risk Exposure:  High

FLSA Statement:

This position is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Employees in non-exempt positions are entitled to receive overtime pay for any hours worked over 40 in a workweek in accordance with state and federal regulations.

EEO Statement:

Touchette Regional Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.