HVAC-R Mechanic I

About the Role

Under the direction of the Senior Project Manager and Supervisor Maintenance & Construction, performs a variety of maintenance repairs and installation/replacement of fixtures including supply systems, DWV system, plumbing, heating and steam fixtures/equipment. Assists in the work direction of other mechanics and trades helpers.

What You’ll Do   

• Operates, maintains, repairs and installs heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment “HVAC/R” as well as controls ancillary equipment and support systems. Ancillary equipment and support systems are inclusive of, but not limited to controls, regulators, motors, compressors, air stations, coils, fluid/gas piping, strainers operating valves and dampers.
• Responds to HVAC/R trouble calls and requests within the facilities, using hard tools, power tools analyzing equipment and testing instruments.
• Performs routine maintenance, preventive maintenance and inspections on HVAC/R equipment and related equipment/systems. Ancillary equipment and support systems are inclusive of, but not limited to controls, regulators, motors, compressors, air stations, coils fluid/gas piping, strainers, operating valves and dampers.
• Prepares, maintains and submits to the Senior Project Manager and Supervisor Maintenance & Construction requisitions for material, work orders, required records and reports, pertaining to HVAC/R equipment/systems.
• Maintains a daily log and information pertaining to work performed and time spent.
• Interprets data from the Power Plant, mechanical systems, control systems, energy management systems and shift log, taking action and making the Senior Project Manager and/or Supervisor of Maintenance & Construction aware of the appropriate action taken, when necessary.
• Prepares or works from sketches, plans, specifications, in accordance with HVAC/R standards.
• Analyzes situations requiring the modification or repair of facility equipment/systems and makes recommendations for same.

What You’ll Bring

Required:

• Technical school diploma or an equivalent level of knowledge plus five (5) years of experience in the operation, maintenance and installation of HVAC/R equipment, in an industrial, education and/or healthcare setting.
• Sound knowledge of blueprint and schematic reading is required, as is thorough knowledge of all applicable (local, state and national) codes.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.
• Minimum requirement of Type II, EPA Certificate, 40-CFR, Part 82, Subpart F 

What We Offer

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is OH/2400::  $ 35.63 -:  $ 36.13 -:  $ 37.22 per hour in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

About Us

University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation.

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We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you want to grow your career in healthcare while serving a vibrant community, we’d love to meet you.