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This job maintains the total HVAC-R equipment throughout the company's facilities. The HVAC-R Mechanic troubleshoots, repairs, and performs Preventive Maintenance on a wide variety of Air Conditioning systems, Ice Makers, Refrigerators, and Freezers, utilizing specialized test equipment and hand/power tools.

Education

Required - High School diploma or equivalent

Work Experience

Required - 5 years job related experience

Certifications

Required - Class “A” air condition and refrigeration license from parish or the state of Louisiana and completion of accredited courses in air condition and refrigeration

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Ability to and experience interpreting and understanding blue prints, electrical and pneumatic control schematics and specifications. 
• Analytical skills to maintain, troubleshoot and repair HVAC-R equipment and controls.
• Ability to work and experience working with little or no supervision.
• Ability to and experience with and able to properly and safely use all hand tools, including electric and pneumatic power tools, all testing equipment related to HVAC-R troubleshooting, performing Preventive Maintenance, and repairing
  Interpersonal skills to courteously interact with staff, patients and visitors.
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Position may require working a flexible schedule such as nights, weekends, and extended shifts etc. and emergency call outs.

Job Duties

• Troubleshoots and repairs air condition and refrigeration equipment, electrical and pneumatic controls, and mechanical and electrical systems.
• Performs Preventive Maintenance.
• Sets priorities, follows through with job duties, and interacts with patients, guests, and staff.
• Maintains and documents records, performs other duties as assigned.
• Adheres to the organzation's Professional Appearance Policy.
• Other related duties as required. 

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following:  Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must have good vision correctable to 20-20 with no color blindness. 

Must be able to crawl, climb, and bend without any restrictions. 

Must be able to work indoors, outdoors, in restricted spaces, etc., as job duties dictate. 

May require working a flexible schedule such as nights, weekends, and extended shifts etc. and emergency call outs.

Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.

The incumbent has no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.