Lead HVAC Mechanic

To assure a healthy, comfortable Hospital environment through the proper operation, control and maintenance of the heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems and or any other duties as directed to maintain compliance.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Guides, directs, prioritizes, helps with performance appraisals and coordinates the efforts of the HVAC Shop.
• Performs daily inspection of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment in the Hospital for proper functioning of the equipment. Inspects all equipment and performs any required repairs.
• Ensures adherence to PM schedules and performs preventative maintenance. Trains other staff members on PM procedures, as required.
• Ensures all mechanical rooms are inspected daily and monitors computerized HVAC System.
• Ensures necessary repair work is completed on air conditioning, refrigeration, drinking fountains and ice machines. Responds directly to repair requests or oversees troubleshooting and repair of the equipment.
• Maintains required records and information for costing-out assignments. Prepares required reports. Maintains sufficient stock to make routine repairs. Maintains appropriate instruction manuals, blueprints and other similar materials.
• Responds to Hospital emergencies as assigned.
• Attends in-service or other training to remain current with equipment technology. Completes required paperwork properly, using computer technology enhancements, as required; fulfills annual mandatory employee testing.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

EXPERIENCE:

• 3+ years as a HVAC technician in a large-scale HVAC/Chiller Plant environment.

EDUCATION:

• High School or equivalent

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Trained in pneumatic and digital HVAC controls, refrigerant recovery and management
• EPA Refrigerant Certification preferred
• New York State Drivers License

Required

Preferred

Job Industries

• Other