HVAC Technician
Job role overview
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Date posted
May 8, 2026
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Hiring location
Belmont
Description
HVAC Technician
Installs, operates, maintains, and repairs all hospital mechanical and HVAC equipment and related machinery. Installs, operates, maintains, and repairs HVAC control systems, including pneumatic and electro-pneumatic systems that control all hospital building environments.
Essential Functions:
- Installs, repairs, and maintains hospital commercial and domestic refrigeration systems, air conditioning, heating, and ventilation systems according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Design, install, maintain, and repair air duct systems, refrigeration piping, and control wiring according to established procedures for heat load and equipment.
- Service pneumatic and electronic control systems encompassing humidification control systems, according to manufacturers' specifications.
- Perform water treatment and maintenance for cooling towers and chill water systems according to established procedures.
- Service ultra-cold freezers and specialized medical and research refrigeration systems and environmental systems.
- Installs, inspects and maintains warm and cold air steam and hot water heating and ventilating units according to established procedures and manufacturers' specifications.
- Maintains appropriate environmental conditions in all research, animal, and computer areas, as demonstrated by maintaining humidity, thermometer, and airflow levels within acceptable ranges.
Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma Related Field of Study required. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes.
Licenses and Credentials: Heating and Ventilation Engineer [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters preferred. Refrigeration Technician [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Department of Public Safety and Inspections Division preferred. Personal Drivers License (New Hampshire) - New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles preferred. Fuel Gas Fitter [New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Mechanical Safety and Licensing Board preferred.
Experience: HVAC experience 1-2 years required and Hospital mechanic experience 3-5 years preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of state and local building codes, blueprint reading, and use of tools and materials.
- Ability to estimate time and materials needed to complete a job.
- Able to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing 25 – 100 pounds while climbing, balancing, standing, or crawling.
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action in a timely fashion.
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with staff, patients, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
- Must maintain the care and use of supplies and maintain the appearance of the department.
- Must be able to read, write legibly, speak clearly, and understand the English language.
Physical Requirements:
- Standing Constantly (67-100%)
- Walking Constantly (67-100%)
- Sitting Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Carrying Frequently (34-66%)
- Pushing Frequently (34-66%)
- Pulling Frequently (34-66%)
- Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Balancing Constantly (67-100%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type: Onsite
Work Location: 115 Mill Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Employee Type: Regular
Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
Pay Range: $31.98 - $63.71/Hourly
Grade: 5
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.
EEO Statement:
1600 The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
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