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ChristianaCare is looking for a full-timeHVAC Mechanic II.The HVAC Mechanic is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and optimization of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and building automation systems within ChristianaCare ambulatory, physician practice, and other off-site facilities. The position ensures reliable environmental conditions that support patient care, employee comfort, regulatory compliance, energy efficiency, and operational continuity. The HVAC Mechanic responds to routine and emergency service requests while maintaining a safe, customer-focused healthcare environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

HVAC Systems Operations and Maintenance

• Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and optimize HVAC and refrigeration equipment, including:
• Air handling units
• Chillers
• Cooling towers
• Boilers and hot water systems
• Split systems and package units
• Variable air volume (VAV) systems
• Exhaust and ventilation systems
• Walk-in coolers and freezers
• Ice machines and commercial refrigeration equipment
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities according to departmental standards and manufacturer recommendations.
• Monitor system performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability and energy efficiency.
• Maintain operational readiness of critical equipment supporting clinical and business operations.

Building Automation and Controls

• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain Building Automation Systems (BAS), energy management systems, and HVAC control systems.
• Diagnose issues involving sensors, actuators, thermostats, control valves, dampers, transmitters, controllers, and communication networks.
• Support system optimization, scheduling, and environmental control strategies to maintain occupant comfort and operational efficiency.

Service Excellence

• Respond promptly to work orders and customer requests related to temperature, humidity, ventilation, indoor air quality, refrigeration, and facility comfort concerns.
• Communicate professionally with patients, caregivers, physicians, staff, contractors, and vendors.
• Provide exceptional customer service while minimizing disruptions to patient care and clinic operations.

Emergency Response

• Respond to equipment failures, utility interruptions, water leaks, abnormal environmental conditions, fire alarm events, and other facility emergencies.
• Participate in after-hours, on-call, and emergency response activities as required.
• Restore systems safely and efficiently while documenting actions taken.

Compliance, Documentation, and Safety

• Follow all organizational, departmental, regulatory, and safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspections, work orders, testing results, and equipment documentation utilizing computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Support compliance with applicable healthcare, environmental, and life safety standards.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas at all times.
• Identify and report safety hazards, equipment deficiencies, and compliance concerns.

Teamwork and Development

• Collaborate with Facilities Engineering staff, vendors, contractors, and project teams on repairs, renovations, and equipment installations.
• Assist in training, mentoring, and evaluating HVAC apprentices and less experienced technicians.
• Participate in continuing education and technical training to remain current with industry technologies and best practices.

Hours: Day shift 7:30a - 4:00p - (working off hours as required)

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Journeyman HVAC Mechanic certification or equivalent trade credential preferred
• Completion of a recognized HVAC apprenticeship program, technical trade program, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum four (4) years of progressively responsible HVAC service and maintenance experience.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, electronic, refrigeration, and control systems.
• Healthcare, commercial, institutional, or critical-environment experience preferred.
• EPA Section 608 Universal Certification required.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required.
• Additional certifications related to HVAC controls, building automation systems, or energy management preferred.

Physical demands:

• Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull equipment and materials.
• Work from ladders, lifts, rooftops, cooling towers, and other elevated locations.
• Perform climbing, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, and extended periods of standing or walking.
• Work in confined spaces and mechanical rooms.
• Safely use hand tools, power tools, and specialized HVAC equipment.

Working conditions:

Exposure to varying temperatures and weather conditions.

Exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, refrigerants, oils, and mechanical equipment.

Potential exposure to healthcare environments requiring adherence to infection prevention and safety protocols.

May be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, or participate in an on-call rotation.

ChristianaCare Offers:

• Collaborative and team focused environment
• Full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, etc.
• 403(b)
• Generous paid time off
• Incredible Work/Life benefits including annual membership to care.com, access to backup care services for dependents through Care@Work, retirement planning services, financial coaching, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and great discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets and much more!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

This position has a starting rate of $35.12 per hour, regardless of prior experience. After six months of continuous employment, the hourly rate will automatically increase to $39.43 per hour. After one year of continuous employment, the hourly rate will automatically increase to $43.73.This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare's good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Post End Date

Aug 31, 2026

EEO Posting Statement

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visithttps://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/