HVAC Generalist - Unlicensed

About the role

The maintenance and operation of all comfort delivery systems and their associated equipment, all ice production equipment, all medical air and medical vacuum systems in the Hospital, and all other buildings on the Hospital's campus.

Maximize equipment efficiency and ensure comfort levels for patients and staff within the Hospital and all other buildings on the Hospital campus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair equipment through a system of preventative maintenance and routine inspection to monitor equipment status and ensure its reliability.
• Make a daily tour at the beginning of each workday to monitor the status of all systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.
• Make or direct repairs and replacements to equipment with emphasis on detection and repair prior to equipment failure or breakdown.
• Become familiar with system valving and shutdown procedures to isolate the effects of repairs to be made.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of assigned systems within the first year as identified by the Director of Facilities or their designee.
• Maintain the cleanliness of all assigned mechanical spaces and mechanical shafts on a weekly basis.
• Ensure that the top side of all HVAC ductwork is free of storage and clutter.
• Perform seasonal adjustments to system controls that allow them to operate most efficiently for the upcoming season.
• Respond in a timely manner to all complaints related to comfort system performance to ensure that, whenever possible, patients and staff comfort is adequate, with the highest priority to those calls dealing with patient comfort and safety.
• Maintain a complete and accurate daily trouble call log with an emphasis on the nature of trouble and the associated repairs/adjustments made.
• Respond as required to emergencies in the Hospital or any building on the Hospital campus to minimize the threat of damage or injury to the Hospital or its occupants.
• Respond to Fire Drills as part of the Hospital’s fire response team as prescribed by the Facilities S.O.P. manual.
• Perform before and after tests and measurements to confirm that desired results are achieved.
• Respond to calls regarding equipment failure.
• Perform work assigned through work orders with emphasis on conscientious and timely completion and appropriate handoff to co-workers.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of HVAC experience, preferably in a hospital or healthcare facility. 3-5 years required

Skills

• Read and write in English
• Effective communication with staff, vendors, patients, and visitors
• Sharp attention to detail and focus on projects at hand
• Familiarity with HVAC systems that typically support a hospital or a healthcare facility
• Literate in the use of computers
• Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS)
• Experience with electronic work order system (TMS)

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

Pay

$39.18 - $39.18/Hourly Grade EN6815

Schedule

Rotating (United States of America)

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Rotating

Work Location

1153 Centre Street

Additional Job Details

Standing Constantly
Walking Constantly
Sitting Rarely
Lifting Frequently
Carrying Frequently
Pushing Frequently
Pulling Frequently
Climbing Occasionally
Balancing Constantly
Stooping Occasionally
Kneeling Occasionally
Crouching Occasionally
Crawling Occasionally
Reaching Frequently
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently
Feeling Constantly
Vision - Far Constantly
Vision - Near Constantly
Talking Constantly
Hearing Constantly

EEO Statement

Brigham and Women's 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.