Licensed HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanic

The Repairs and Maintenance department at Cambridge Health Alliance is dedicated to ensuring a safe, comfortable, and fully functional environment for our patients, staff, and visitors. Our skilled team is responsible for the upkeep and repair of all hospital facilities and equipment, from plumbing and electrical systems to HVAC and structural maintenance. We are committed to responding promptly to all needs and proactively maintaining our physical infrastructure to support the highest standards of care and operational excellence throughout the hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain, and repair HVAC and Refrigeration systems, including pneumatic controls and energy management software.
• Evaluate equipment alarms and log data to optimize airflow, heating, and exhaust systems.
• Troubleshoot system failures and implement immediate remedial actions to ensure zero downtime in critical areas.
• Electrical: Assist with lighting fixtures, outlets, switches, and nurse call systems.
• Plumbing: Manage basic repairs including leaky faucets, traps, and sweat joints.
• Mechanical: Inspect and dismantle machinery to replace defective parts; maintain hospital-specific equipment.
• Carpentry & Finishes: Repair furniture, doors, and locks; perform painting, tiling, and rough carpentry (shelving, plaster, etc.).
• Safety & Operations: Conduct routine rounds of mechanical spaces to ensure exemplary equipment condition.
• Supervise third-party contractors and vendors during specialized installations or inspections.
• Support hospital logistics by moving furniture/equipment and assisting with groundskeeping or snow removal when necessary.
• Maintain a clean, organized shop and adhere strictly to all healthcare safety guidelines and hospital policies.

Qualifications

• Must be mechanically inclined.
• Certificate of completion from accredited vocational school or other curriculum in HVAC/Refrigeration Training Program.
• Licensure: Current MA license as Refrigeration Technician, Refrigeration Contractor or equivalent.
• Certifications: Certification in HVAC and Refrigeration-related responsibilities is recommended.
• A minimum of three years related experience in hospital, institutional HVAC & Refrigeration Systems, Energy Management and Building automation Systems operation, maintenance, repairs and installation.
• Must have experience in basic electricity, plumbing, painting, and carpentry.
• Must be familiar with the use of most small power tools.

Pay

The final offer may vary within the listed Pay Range, based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.