Hvac/Refrigeration Technician (Full Time, 1St Shift)

Department:
09121 AMG Dreyer Support Center - Building Operations
Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
day shift
It's More Than a Job, It's a Calling!
Position: HVAC/Refrigeration Tech.
Location: Dreyer Medical Clinic; Aurora, IL.
Full Time, Day Shift
Purpose:
HVAC/Refrigeration Technician is responsible and accountable for performing the required inspections, testing, repair, replacement and maintenance of all air conditioning, heating, ventilation, and refrigeration equipment. Major priority is to maintain a comfortable, healthy, and safe environment for all patients, visitors, and employees by maintaining related equipment under supervision of the Manager. Accountabilities for specific systems and equipment may vary according to staffing and site assignment.
Position Requirements:

• High school Diploma or GED
• Completion Trade school / apprenticeship
• 3 years related and diversified experience, preferably in a hospital
• Ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot HVAC and refrigeration systems including air handling units, pumps, heat exchangers, cooling towers, chillers, refrigerators/freezers, and all other associated equipment.
• General hospital maintenance skills.
• HVAC/R certification within 1 year
• Will be required to work any shift including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work in a fast~paced environment with physical demands.
• Ability to work in extreme heat and temperature variations
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to move, climb, bend, reach, push and pull, as related to job activities.
• Understanding and knowledge of hazards (physical, electrical, etc.) related to job activities.

Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case~by~case basis.
This position must strive to support Advocate Health Care's Facilities and Construction Department's mission to serve the health needs of individuals, families and communities through a holistic philosophy rooted in our fundamental understanding of human beings as created in the image of God. Additionally, facilities are operated and maintained with the objectives of being 1) patient focused, 2) efficient, 3) safe, 4) sustainable and 5) cost effective
Accountabilities:

• Operates and maintains campus air conditioning, heating, ventilation, and refrigeration equipment as assigned in order to optimize efficiency, reliability, and safety per department policies and procedures.
• Performs preventive maintenance on campus air conditioning, heating, ventilation, and refrigeration equipment as assigned per established procedures. Including but limited to inspection, cleaning, lubrication, adjustment, testing, flushing, minor repairs, or replacing parts/components to insure that systems remain within the established operating parameters. (30 percent)
• B.Installs and repairs campus air conditioning, heating, ventilation, and refrigeration equipment as assigned in order to support the operational needs of the hospital.
• Performs equipment repairs, installations, or replacements on campus air conditioning, heating, ventilation, and refrigeration equipment as assigned or as required by the situation in a timely and workmanlike fashion.

Advocate Aurora Health is one of the 10th largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the U.S. with nearly 3 million patients served at more than 500 sites of care in Illinois and Wisconsin, including 28 hospitals. We're redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in a variety of specialties. Advocate Aurora Health is one of the 10th largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the U.S. with nearly 3 million patients served at more than 500 sites of care in Illinois and Wisconsin, including 28 hospitals. We're redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in a variety of specialties.