Refrigeration Technician
Mass General Brigham
- Charlestown, MA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Plans the layout of complete air conditioning refrigerant piping systems according to specifications, blueprints, manuals and drawings. Installs systems and checks electrical, pneumatic, and DDC control systems.
- Coordinates the efforts of electrical, mechanical, plumbing and/or other supporting trades personnel in the installation of smaller projects/renovations.
- Starts up and winterizes large, complex cooling and heating systems by performing tasks such as draining or adding refrigerant; cleaning coils; lubricating; checking blade pitch on fan; checking DDC, electric, and pneumatic controls for safety and operation; checking balance of system.
- Performs the function of a refrigeration mechanic working on systems of all levels of complexity, including:
- Inspecting air handling refrigeration and air conditioning equipment throughout the MGH-East campus utilizing test equipment, and making corrections as required.
- Performing routine repairs and adjustments.
- Performing preventive maintenance work on a scheduled basis.
- Performing complex system air balance.
- Ordering supplies, equipment and parts.
- Completing records and forms as required.
- Changing air filters.
- Responds to problems of all trades such as carpentry, locksmith, plumbing and electrical as needed.
- Responsible for snow removal as needed.24/7 365
- Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.
- Must be available for off-hour page coverage on a rotating basis.
- Knowledge of automation systems.
- Ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings.
- Physical ability to climb ladders and walk or stand almost constantly. Occasionally (less than 15% of the time) must exert effort to lift over seventy pounds.
- Must provide and maintain a valid Massachusetts driver’s license, or equivalent
- Occasionally exposure to hazards from soldering and braising and to radiation and biohazards in working with air flow problems, however, attention to safety precautions minimizes risks.
- Compliance with the Hospital and department rules on uniforms in addition to the Buildings & Grounds policy and procedure manual.
- The use of safety equipment such as: respirators, safety glasses, safety shoes, etc. on specific job assignments.
- a) Pass respirator clearance exam, b) along with compliance with Hospital’s universal precaution rules.
- Understand and practice patient confidentiality (HIPPA)
- Understand and practice infection control through proper dust containment. Understand the use of the environmental containment booths.
- Provide own hand tools
- Overtime is required.
- Is subject to call any time for emergencies due to increment weather, special project or plant failure.
- Is subject to work in mechanical rooms with running equipment, steam pipes, and outside areas subject to weather conditions, etc.
- Works in patient areas and laboratories.
- Work requires regular walking, standing and climbing of ladders.
- Occasionally (less than 15% of the time) must exert effort to lift over seventy pounds.
- Must have a valid Massachusetts drivers license