What are the responsibilities and job description for the Refrigeration HVAC Technician II position at Cleveland Clinic?
Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, 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. You’ll gain experience working on a wide range of projects and HVAC systems throughout our facilities, train with the newest technology and receive guidance from fellow caregivers and management.
A caregiver in this position works days, 6:30am—3:30pm with rotational weekends and holiday requirements.
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, Utilities man, 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 1 year of experience
Can 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
Physical Requirements:
Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
Ability to be mobile for extended periods of time
Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
Ability to move/transport items weighing up to or more than 100 pounds (lbs.)
Ability to move/transport equipment weighing up to or more than 100 pounds (lbs.)
Ability to move/transport carts weighing up to or more than 100 pounds (lbs.)
Ability to inspect equipment
Ability to install, repair and maintain systems, equipment, fixtures and/or structures
Ability to distinguish color
Ability to climb ladders
Personal Protective Equipment:
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Pay Range
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