Refrigeration HVAC Technician

Refrigeration HVAC Technician II

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Hillcrest Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Hillcrest Hospital has been recognized as one of the top hospitals in Cleveland and Ohio. Here, you will work with and learn from some of our best caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

When we do everything in service of our patients and caregivers, no detail gets ignored. On our facilities team, your job will be to create a comfortable and safe environment — just like our patients have come to expect. For you, that means joining a family that’s focused on delivering world-class care. All the while, we’ll provide you with opportunities to keep advancing your career.

A caregiver in this position works 7:00AM – 3:30PM.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Regularly inspect, diagnose, repair and perform preventive maintenance on refrigeration and HVAC systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair refrigeration/air conditioning systems and other equipment, such as refrigerators, freezers, walk-in coolers, medical and process chillers, cooling equipment, cryogenic freezers and rooftop heating/cooling units.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical/electronic controls, solid state microprocessors and system alarms.
• Repair refrigerant leaks and evacuate and adjust refrigerant charges.
  
  

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• High school diploma or GED.
• State of Ohio EPA approved certificate for either Type I and Type II or Universal Refrigerant Systems Service.
• Three years of experience as a commercial/residential air conditioning refrigeration technician. Military experience as a Machinists Mate, Utilitiesman, Utilities Equipment Repairer or a similar role will be considered. Formal vocational classroom study in refrigeration, air conditioning and/or air handling may substitute up to one year of experience.
• Ability to read electric schematic diagrams.
  
  

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Completion of a formal HVAC/Refrigeration training program.
• Work experience in a hospital setting.
  
  

Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we’re dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/

Physical Requirements:

• Typical physical demands require full body motion including ability to perform work while bending, stooping, stretching and climbing ladders.
• Requires dexterity and strength sufficient to operate required tools and machinery; typically required to lift and carry machinery and/or equipment weighing 25 to 100 lbs. and/or assist with lifting weights exceeding 100 lbs.
• Requires color acuity sufficient to distinguish color-coded signage and systems.
  
  

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
  
  

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