Refrigeration Mechanic

Details

Department: Plant Operations

Schedule: Full-time days: 7a - 3:30p, Monday - Friday

Hospital: Ascension St John

Location: Detroit, MI

BenefitsPaid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your communityPlease note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: Travel, PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Actual compensation offer will vary based upon role, education, experience, location, and qualifications. Connect with your Talent Advisor for additional specifics.ResponsibilitiesUnder limited supervision, responsible and accountable for operation, maintenance and repair of the hospital refrigeration, air conditioning and ice making equipment.

Inspect, check and make decisions relative to the operation and repair of hospital refrigeration, air conditioning and ice making equipment including fans, controls, humidifiers and related systems. Follow manufacturers instructions and specifications in operation, repair and maintenance of systems and equipment.

Regulate and adjust refrigerant flow and valves to maintain required temperatures. Read thermometers and gauges and record readings. Use, replace and recover refrigerants, and maintain recovery equipment in accordance with CAA 608 guidelines. Set up preventive maintenance jobs and complete maintenance work. Detect, investigate and account for malfunctioning equipment and use hand tools and equipment necessary for minor, major and emergency repair. Work with and give direction to, Refrigeration Assistants, Mechanic II, Mechanic I and STA. Check joints for leaks, solder joints, trace control wires, replace valves. Change air filters and clean equipment.

Receive assignments and work orders. Review work orders for priority status and designated time schedules. Read and interpret specification, schematic diagrams and blueprints. Requisition materials and supplies; prepare and assemble materials, tools, supplies and equipment for work to be performed. Maintain items in stock, clean equipment and report on malfunctioning equipment. Protect equipment against mishandling.

Maintain all required records and documents relative to operation of refrigeration and cooling equipment. Maintain required records regarding the use and recovery of refrigerants and their disposal. Maintain appropriate instruction manuals, technical documents, schematics, and blue prints. Complete all work orders in a timely, legible manner in order that complete and meaningful equipment histories are maintained.

Respond to emergency calls in a timely manner.

Apply cost-effective measures in order to improve efficiency and support cost containment efforts while delivering a high quality service. Provides Values-Added customer service consistent with hospital policy.

Keep work area clean, orderly and safe. Assure proper care in use of tools, equipment and supplies.

Demonstrate safe work practices and attitudes, follow safety rules to prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors, and participate in organizational and department programs. Improve patient safety in the delivery of health care by understanding and supplying the patient safety goal for SJPHS/Ascension of no preventable deaths or injuries.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Ability to work with power equipment.

Ability to work with hazardous equipment.

RequirementsLicensure / Certification / Registration:

608 EPA Certification Universal or Unlimited Refrigeration and Air Condition Service required.

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent is required.

Related trade school or equivalent training required.

Work Experience:

Three to five years required.

Additional PreferencesExperience:

Knowledge of building automation systems.

Experience in a large campus is a plus.

Knowledge of steam, hydronic, PTAC and chilled water systems.

Why Join Our TeamAscension Michigan operates 16 hospitals and more than 300 related healthcare facilities that together employ nearly 23,000 compassionate associates. When you join our care teams, you join a team dedicated to providing spiritually centered, holistic care which sustains and improves the health of the communities we serve throughout Michigan.Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerAscension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088EEOCKnowYourRights1020.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088EEOCKnowYourRightsSp1020.pdf) poster.As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.Pay Non-Discrimination Notice (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp%20EnglishformattedESQA508c.pdf)Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.E-Verify StatementThis employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click the E-Verify link below for more information.E-Verify (https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-VerifyParticipationPosterES.pdf)