Licensed HVAC Technician
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Department: Administration
Job Status: Full Time
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Reports To: Maintenance Manager
Grade/Level: Licensed Technical Position
Amount of Travel Required: 75%
Work Schedule:
Positions Supervised: Facilities technician
8 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday- Friday. However, adjustments in schedule, travel, after-hours response, or additional hours may be required to complete duties or respond to urgent facility needs.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Licensed HVAC Technician is responsible for the installation, inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems across Mainline Health Systems, Inc. facilities. This position helps ensure a safe, comfortable, compliant, and efficient environment for patients, staff, and visitors by maintaining proper temperature control, airflow, ventilation, and equipment performance in clinical and administrative settings. The Facilities Technician employee is involved in continuous Quality Improvement practices and measures as set by Mainline Health Systems, Inc. and in which the practice focus is based on a Patient Centered Medical Home model of care.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
HVAC Maintenance, Repair, and Compliance:
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Inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems across Mainline Health Systems, Inc. facilities.
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Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems, including filters, belts, coils, compressors, thermostats, motors, ventilation components, ductwork, controls, and related equipment.
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Maintain a planned HVAC maintenance schedule for all assigned MHSI facilities and document completed work, repairs, inspections, and follow-up needs.
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Respond to HVAC-related work orders, urgent repair requests, and temperature-control concerns in clinical and administrative areas.
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Ensure HVAC systems support a safe, comfortable, and appropriate healthcare environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
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Monitor and troubleshoot airflow, ventilation, temperature, humidity, and equipment performance issues that may impact clinic operations.
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Coordinate with contractors, vendors, inspectors, and equipment representatives as needed to ensure quality work, timely repairs, and compliance with applicable requirements.
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Assist with HVAC planning related to renovations, expansions, equipment replacement, clinic openings, and facility upgrades.
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Maintain HVAC tools, equipment, parts, and inventory in a safe, organized, and cost-conscious manner.
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Follow applicable safety practices, manufacturer guidance, code requirements, and organizational policies when performing HVAC work.
Facility Maintenance Support:
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Assist with general facility maintenance and repairs as directed by the Maintenance Manager or assigned supervisor.
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Support safe and orderly clinic environments by helping ensure exam rooms, nurse stations, common areas, equipment rooms, mechanical spaces, and exterior areas are maintained appropriately.
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Perform or assist with facility upgrades, minor construction-related tasks, painting, pressure washing, equipment installation, and other maintenance projects as assigned.
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Communicate facility issues, safety concerns, equipment failures, and repair needs promptly to the appropriate supervisor.
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Work with other maintenance team members to complete assigned projects across multiple Mainline locations.
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Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when working in clinical areas, administrative offices, and patient-facing spaces.
Safety, Documentation, and Communication:
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Maintain accurate records of HVAC maintenance, repairs, inspections, vendor work, equipment inventories, and replacement recommendations.
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Follow proper lockout/tagout procedures, ladder safety, electrical safety, refrigerant handling requirements, and other applicable safety standards.
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Use personal protective equipment as required and maintain a safe work area for staff, patients, visitors, and vendors.
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Operate MHSI vehicles, tools, and equipment safely and responsibly while traveling between facilities.
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Attend assigned meetings as necessary to represent Mainline Health Systems, Inc. and communicate maintenance needs or updates.
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Complete required training and continuing education related to HVAC licensing, safety, compliance, and facility operations.
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Maintain the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
Quality Management / Improvement:
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Support Mainline Health Systems’ quality improvement plan and perform duties in accordance with applicable organizational standards.
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Support facility readiness for audits, inspections, compliance reviews, and site visits by maintaining safe, functional, and well-documented HVAC systems.
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Identify recurring HVAC or facility concerns and recommend improvements that support efficiency, safety, stewardship, and continuity of operations.
Other Duties:
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Perform other duties as directed by the Maintenance Manager.
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Assist with emergency facility response, weather-related needs, special projects, clinic transitions, and organizational growth initiatives as assigned.
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Completion of HVAC trade school, technical training, apprenticeship, or equivalent experience preferred.
Licensure / Certification: Current HVAC license required. EPA Section 608 certification required or must be obtained as required for job duties. Valid driver’s license is required.
Experience: Five years or more of related HVAC, refrigeration, mechanical, or facility maintenance experience preferred. Experience in healthcare, commercial, multi-site, or regulated environments preferred.
Computer Skills: Basic computer skills preferred, including the ability to use email, electronic work order systems, spreadsheets, and Word documents.
Other Requirements: Ability to troubleshoot HVAC systems, read basic technical manuals or diagrams, communicate professionally, work independently, travel between clinic locations, respond to urgent needs, and attend continuing education related to this position.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Physical Demands
Lift/Carry
Handling / Fingering
F (Frequently)
Reach Outward
O (Occasionally)
Reach Above Shoulder
O (Occasionally)
Squat or Kneel
O (Occasionally)
10 lbs or less
F (Frequently)
11-20 lbs
O (Occasionally)
21-50 lbs
O (Occasionally)
51-100 lbs
O (Occasionally)
Over 100 lbs
O (Occasionally)
12 lbs or less
O (Occasionally)
13-25 lbs
O (Occasionally)
26-40 lbs
O (Occasionally)
41-100 lbs
O (Occasionally)
N (Not Applicable)
Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally)
Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
F (Frequently)
Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
C (Constantly)
Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This position may require work in mechanical rooms, rooftops, ceilings, crawl spaces, outdoor areas, high temperatures, low temperatures, wet environments, and inclement weather. This position may involve exposure to electrical components, refrigerants, moving mechanical parts, ladders, noise, dust, chemicals, and other hazards associated with HVAC and facility maintenance work. The employee must follow all safety requirements and use appropriate personal protective equipment.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
The Licensed HVAC Technician reports to the Maintenance Manager.
EVALUATION:
Evaluation of work performance will be ongoing and will be carried out by the Maintenance Manager. A formal annual review will be conducted each year. Formal goals for the position may be set annually based on organizational needs, facility priorities, safety requirements,
STATUS:
This is a FLSA Non-Exempt position.
This is an OSHA high risk position.
This is an ADA negotiable position.
This is a safety sensitive position. ( Arkansas Act 593 of 2017)
DISCLAIMER
The duties and responsibilities, qualifications, physical conditions and other statements contained herein represent the current general nature of the job described, and are subject to change at any time, with or without notice. This job description does not limit in any way the assignments that may be given to an employee in the job, and employees are expected to perform any and all duties assigned by their supervisor willingly and without reservation.
