Overview
The Lead HVAC Technician is responsible for leading and coordinating HVAC work while providing hands-on participation regarding the installation, operation, and maintenance of the Hospital’s heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) equipment and associated systems to provide environmental conditions consistent with efficient and effective operational requirements in accordance with Winchester Hospital’s mission, vision, and core values. This technical trade position will impact hospital finances and patient and staff satisfaction by maintaining HVAC systems to maximize comfort in an economical manner.
Responsibilities
* Lead HVAC related contractors in the performance and completion of HVAC mechanical and electrical systems work.
* Ensure proper installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC systems including steam boilers, chillers, refrigeration systems, pumps, air compressors, generators, blowers, fans, variable frequency drives, computerized maintenance control systems, and all related mechanical and electrical systems.
* Lead and participate in maintenance and improvements of HVAC and related system operations and computerized maintenance management systems that support work order management and preventative, corrective, and predictive maintenance programs.
* Program controls and monitor chillers, heat recovery and multi-zone units, pumps, fans, refrigeration systems; oversee chemical testing on heating water in boilers/heat exchangers and water in cooling towers, chillers, and other plant systems.
* Program and monitor Automated Building Management System (BMS) energy efficiency scheduling with HVAC and other systems to optimize performance and savings.
* Lead programs that monitor, correct and improve air quality in accordance with hospital and industry standards with emphasis on energy savings programs.
* Set priorities for major equipment upgrades, energy-conserving measures, and maintenance or replacements; communicate status to affected parties and ensure timely completion.
* Assist with development of HVAC preventative service bid packages, acquire bids, and coordinate service contractors for related systems.
* Ensure timely mechanical and functional preventative maintenance testing, inspections and maintenance programs.
* Serve as primary contact for refrigeration contractors, air filter contractors, mechanical contractors, control system contractors, and facilities service providers.
* In the absence of the Engineering Manager, coordinate tasks and projects per Service Response Center (SRC) work order priorities.
* Coordinate work projects and the work of other personnel; provide on-call response to off-hour emergency calls.
* Read and interpret blueprints and pipefitting diagrams to determine layout, location and specifications of work.
* Maintain tools and equipment in an orderly and safe manner; detect and report improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials and unusual conditions.
* Document all work accurately and timely; assist with snow removal and other projects as requested by the Engineering Manager.
Qualifications
Education Required: High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience Required: At least three (3) years of trade experience, which could include plumbing, pipefitting, welding, machinery, maintaining electrical components of pumps and motors, cooling systems, ventilation systems, cooling tower operations, steam valves, controls, and related equipment. Oversees Engineering and HVAC team operations for Engineering Manager when required.
Experience Preferred: Experience with commercial HVAC systems preferred.
Other Skills/Knowledge Required: Read, write and communicate effectively in English with patients, visitors and hospital team members; able to work with minimal supervision; ability to read blueprints involving electrical, HVAC and plumbing.
Licenses Required: EPA Universal Refrigeration Certification or Refrigeration license; Valid driver’s license.
Job Benefits and Compliance
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to care for and protect our patients, colleagues and communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. Learn more about this requirement.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Employment Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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