Air Conditioning Mechanic

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Job Summary

Under general supervision, inspects and repairs refrigeration equipment, walk-in boxes, ice makers, window air conditioner installation throughout hospital. Performs repairs on refrigeration equipment and fan coils. Performs related duties as required.

Essential Functions

• Performs inspection, maintenance and repair of all refrigeration equipment in facility including ice makers, fan coils, walk-in boxes, medication refrigerators, Ductless AC units, fan coil units, water chillers, filter replacement, and installation of window A/C units. Inspects, tests, determines and performs the necessary repairs of refrigeration systems or equipment throughout the plants.
  * Assignments are completed in a timely manner and in accordance with Medical Center standards.
• Install or replace thermostats and air conditioning units. Fabricates various metal parts to repair equipment, working from blueprints or sketches. Replace and repairs motors, valves gaskets. Performs brazing, soldering of equipment. Lubricates motors and compressors. Documents repairs and parts used. Prepare written requests for repairs. Maintains clean work area.
  * Assignments are completed in a timely manner and in accordance with Medical Center standards.
• Inspects and operates refrigerating machinery and cooler and freezer units to determine that all are functioning properly. Reads thermometers and gauges and records readings.
  * Assignments are completed in a timely manner and in accordance with Medical Center standards.
• Performs related duties as required (e.g. assisting in fire, flood and snow emergencies).
  * Services are provided in emergency situations on a reliable and timely basis.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Completion of a trade apprenticeship program Required
• 4-6 years of experience as a refrigeration mechanic Required
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams.
• Operates and maintains all types of testing equipment, electric tools and shop tools, i.e. drills, drill press, soldering iron, acetylene torch and oxygen welder.
• Performs brazing and soldering of equipment.
• OHS Annual Assessment Required
• OHS Fit Test Required
• Valid E.P.A. Universal Certificate for Refrigerants Required