HVAC/R Mechanic

Location: Newport News, Virginia

About the role

This maintenance position is responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, installing, repairing, replacing, maintaining, modifying, and altering special purpose air conditioning and refrigeration units and systems and pipes and fittings to maintain the heating, water, and drainage systems throughout the hospital. This includes but is not limited to broken pipes, heating hot water system, domestic water system, chilled water system, and low-pressure steam and condensate system. Diagnoses and corrects malfunctions in electronic pneumatic automatic control system circuits. Performs corrective actions on all types of pneumatic actuated valves, thermostats, and associated controls in control air applications. Position also tests piping lines to ensure they can maintain the proper amount of pressure. Repairs boilers and steam systems by repairing and replacing pumps, heat exchangers, coils, valves, and associated equipment. Ability to solder, sweat braze, and read blueprints. Subject to be scheduled on-call rotations on weekends and holidays as well as responding to emergencies and disasters in person, if and when requested. Coordinates and assists with outside third-party contractors and sub-contractors as required to accomplish maintenance oversight to ensure compliance, and may be expected to procure parts and services. The HVAC/R Mechanic will also be expected to assist co-workers as required. Expected to work harmoniously with other departments, being proactive, exhibiting timely follow-up, and participating on work teams/committees when opportunities present themselves.

Responsibilities

• Installs, replaces, repairs, and/or overhauls motors, belts, filters, pumps, valves, wiring, and heating and cooling coils on heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems and commercial boilers.
• Monitors and replenishes maintenance inventory.
• Coordinates with Lead HVAC/R Mechanic for outside contractors and sub-contractors as required to accomplish maintenance, which may include procuring parts and services.
• Performs preventive maintenance inspections on HVAC/R equipment and systems.
• Diagnoses and corrects malfunctions in electronic pneumatic automatic control system circuits by replacing and/or repairing pneumatic actuated valves, thermostats, and associated controls in control air applications.
• Services products and equipment related to HVAC/R commercial systems and ensures customer satisfaction.
• Follows blueprints, wiring diagrams, piping schematics, or engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units.
• Performs/assists co-workers outside of related skill when required during manning shortfalls or in an emergency situation, including but not limited to: general facility maintenance, electrical, and/or plumbing work.
• Snow removal.
• Assists other departments/units in times of disaster.
• Inspects building facilities to identify building maintenance needs ensuring the beautification and upkeep of the facility.
• Performs preventative maintenance inspections/tasks per defined interval/schedule in a timely manner and documents maintenance concerns/resolutions; providing action plans and status reports as needed.
• Recognizes and corrects potential equipment failure or unsafe conditions and communicates this to a Maintenance Supervisor.
• Maintains general knowledge of DNV, NFPA, AADMS, ADA, OSHA, local, state, and federal codes, requirements, or regulations and adheres to Riverside policies and procedures.
• Utilizes appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to, safety glasses, mask, hearing protection, and gloves as needed.
• Operates and maintains a variety of work-related tools and equipment such as power saws, drills, air compressors, generators, and various hand tools required for plumbing work.
• Responsible for proper care/cleaning of tools, parts, materials, and work area.