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Job Summary
Summary:
The HVAC Mechanic is responsible for operating maintaining and repairing all comfort delivery systems and associated equipment across the hospital and affiliated buildings. This includes HVAC systems refrigeration units ice machines medical air and vacuum systems. The role ensures optimal equipment performance energy efficiency and reliable environmental comfort for patients staff and visitors.
Essential Functions:
System Maintenance & Operations
Perform preventative maintenance and routine inspections on all HVAC and comfort systems.
Conduct daily system tours; log findings and submit to Facilities by noon each day (no more than 1 log may be missing monthly).
Complete 100% of weekly/bi-weekly tasks and at least 90% of monthly quarterly or annual tasks.
Detect and resolve potential issues before equipment failure; no avoidable wear-related breakdowns should occur.
Perform seasonal system adjustments to maximize energy efficiency and prevent failures (e.g. freeze prevention in coils).
Technical Knowledge & Compliance
Develop comprehensive knowledge of assigned systems within the first year.
Maintain cleanliness of mechanical spaces; ensure no storage or clutter on HVAC ductwork.
Monitor and calibrate system controls regularly to ensure equipment accuracy and minimal calibration-related issues (no more than 2 calls/month).
Inventory & Vendor Coordination
Maintain appropriate inventory of repair parts and replacement stock.
Track vendor performance and sourcing to ensure timely availability and cost efficiency.
Proactively manage backorders and identify alternative suppliers when needed.
Trouble Calls & Customer Response
Respond promptly to patient/staff comfort complaints with priority to patient-impacting issues.
Maintain a detailed daily trouble call log and submit by noon the next business day; no more than 3 monthly callbacks.
Perform performance measurements before/after modifications to ensure effectiveness.
Work Orders & Documentation
Complete 80% of work orders monthly; ensure tasks are completed within 60 days of issue.
Execute repairs or modifications required for system upgrades space redesigns or renovations.
Provide timely hand-off communication to co-workers and supervisors regarding in-progress work.
Emergency & Off-Hours Response
Respond to all hospital emergencies or drills per Facilities SOP.
Participate in fire drills as a member of the fire response teamno exceptions.
Be available to respond to off-hours calls related to equipment failures as required.
EducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent requiredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degreeNoLicenses and CredentialsRefrigeration Technician Massachusetts License - Massachusetts Department of Public Safety and Inspections Division requiredExperienceMinimum of 3 years experience as an HVAC Mechanic 3-5 years required and Experience in a hospital or healthcare facility 3-5 years preferredKnowledge Skills and Abilities- It is required that the HVAC Mechanic is able to read and write in English and the HVAC Mechanic must be able to effectively communicate with staff vendors patients and visitors. - Staff adheres to all I C.A.R.E. Standards. - The HVAC Mechanic must be a mechanically inclined individual with strong troubleshooting experience and skills who is familiar with the HVAC systems that typically support a hospital or a healthcare facility. - Must be able to demonstrate. - sharp attention to detail and focus on projects at hand. - He/she must understand the implications of maintaining a safe and reliable HVAC system in support of quality patient care.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical RequirementsStanding Constantly (67-100%) Walking Constantly (67-100%) Sitting Rarely (Less than 2%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Frequently (34-66%) Pulling Frequently (34-66%) Climbing Occasionally (3-33%) Balancing Constantly (67-100%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Occasionally (3-33%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Onsite
1153 Centre Street
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Per Diem
Rotating (United States of America)
Brigham and Womens Faulkner Hospital Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religious creed national origin sex age gender identity disability sexual orientation military service genetic information and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at .
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