Melrose/Wakefield Hospital, part of the Tufts Medicine system, has been offering the highest quality and accessible healthcare to the local community for over 130 years.  With two hospital campuses, Level III Trauma Center, Level III Special Care Nursery, Breast Health Center, Cardiovascular Center and over 20 locations and 50 specialties, Melrose/Wakefield Hospital offers many opportunities to grow your career.  

Job Profile Summary

​This role focuses on activities related to the support services functions, such as dietary and food services, environmental services, general facilities, repair and maintenance, parking, sterilization and transportation to ensure all required support activities are completed in a timely manner and meet the organization's quality standards and expectations.  In addition, this role focuses on performing the following General Facilities, Repair & Maintenance duties: Operates, monitors and maintains, troubleshoots, repairs and replaces facilities mechanical components and systems such as electrical equipment, HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) and plumbing.   A technical role that accomplishes work through a specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, apprenticeship (craft, skilled and semi-skilled), and experience.   A senior level role that requires broad knowledge of operational procedures and tools obtained through extensive work experience and requires vocational or technical education.  Works under limited supervision for routine situations, problems typically are not routine and require analysis to understand, provides assistance and/or may lead and train lower level employees and may lead daily operation activities.

Job Overview

Inspects, maintains, repairs, modifies, improves, and operates central heating, ventilating, refrigeration and air conditioning systems to insure proper functioning at all times.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

2. Current HVAC/Refrigeration License.

3. Three (3) years of experience as an HVAC Technician.

Hours: Full-time, 40 hours weekly, Day shift - 7am-3:30pm. Monday-Friday but could change to Sunday-Thursday on 1st shift after the initial 30 days of assessment.

Location: Melrose/Wakefield Hospital - 585 Lebanon St, Melrose, MA 02176.

What We Offer: 

• Competitive salaries & benefits that start on day one!
• 403(b) retirement plan with hospital match
• Opportunities for growth  
• Tuition reimbursement

• Free Parking

Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list.  Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1. Performs installation, preventative and corrective maintenance on a variety of HVAC and refrigeration systems.

2. Responds to, evaluates, and rectifies problems with HVAC equipment and systems, pneumatic and digital controls, refrigerators, freezers, ice machines, and other miscellaneous HVAC and refrigeration equipment

3. Follows work orders, drawings, diagrams, other specifications and/or verbal instructions.

4. Plan, install, inspect, test, and maintain/repair systems and/or equipment.

5. Check completed work to ensure system/equipment is properly functioning.

6. Develop and follow preventative maintenance schedule.

7. Responds to repair calls, analyzes problems and makes recommendation for and/or repairs.

8. Maintain necessary records and reports. Requisition necessary equipment and supplies. Move materials as necessary in the performance of duties or as directed. Detect and report improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials and unusual conditions to proper supervision

9. Maintain work area in a clean and orderly condition.

10. Follow safety rules and regulations.

Physical Requirements:

1. Physical ability to lift heavy equipment and tools, climb ladders, carry supplies, moderate to strenuous.

2. Frequent exposure to dust, hot and cold temperatures.

3. Repeated bending, squatting, stooping.  Prolonged standing and walking.  May be exposed to hazards from use of electrical, electronic, mechanical equipment and power equipment..

Skills & Abilities:

1. Ability to read and comprehend blueprints.

2. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

3. Ability to read and comprehend written instructions.

4. Technical knowledge of mathematics and measurements.

5. Ability to read and write English.

6. Ability to solve complex problems.

7. Ability to operate hand and stationary power tools in a safe manner.

8. Ability to concentrate and comprehend details.

About Melrose/Wakefield Hospital

Melrose/Wakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford are two campuses with one community in mind: the people of north suburban Boston.  Melrose/Wakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital are distinguished by the range of high-quality clinical care and services. Our teams welcome everyone with hospitality and humanity. We focus on reducing health disparities through 40+ local health programs across a system of hospitals, urgent care locations, outpatient services, and community physicians.

Core to our values, Melrose/Wakefield Hospital’s commitment to community is demonstrated by our many local health programs throughout our service area and participation in partnerships with community agencies and events, and education programs in more than 10 communities to support the wellness and health of our residents.

At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.

The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.

Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.

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