HVAC Mechanic in NEWARK, New Jersey at RWJBarnabas Health

Job Title: HVAC Mechanic

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: Plant Operations

Req #: 0000258516

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $39.67 - $39.67 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Step into a hands-on, mission-driven role where your technical expertise directly supports patient care every day. As an HVAC Mechanic, you'll be responsible for maintaining the critical heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and building systems that create a safe and comfortable environment for our patients, visitors, and care teams.

The HVAC Mechanic role may be the perfect fit for you if you enjoy troubleshooting complex mechanical systems, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and take pride in work that makes a meaningful impact. If you're motivated by solving problems, delivering exceptional service, and ensuring healthcare never skips a beat, this opportunity offers the purpose, challenge, and career you're looking for.

As an HVAC Mechanic, a typical day might include the following:

• Maintaining and repairing air conditioning, refrigeration, and heating equipment, including split A/C systems, rooftop units, walk-in refrigerators and freezers, ice machines, and electronic controls.
• Performing preventative maintenance and routine inspections to ensure building systems remain safe, operational, and compliant.
• Responding to scheduled maintenance requests, emergency repairs, and on-call service needs throughout the Medical Center.
• Troubleshooting and repairing pumps, motors, air compressors, valves, and other plant equipment.
• Assisting electricians with troubleshooting, repairs, and installation of new electrical services.
• Repairing plumbing fixtures, sinks, toilets, drain lines, and related building systems.
• Installing and repairing doors, locks, windows, screens, and performing general carpentry, painting, and plaster work.
• Inspecting, maintaining, and repairing non-clinical hospital equipment while ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Collaborating with Engineering leadership, supervisors, and fellow mechanics to complete projects safely and efficiently.
• Delivering timely, reliable building services that support patients, visitors, physicians, and staff.
• Remaining flexible to respond to routine and emergency service calls, including overtime as needed.

The HVAC Mechanic role might be for you if:

• You enjoy solving mechanical and technical challenges using your trade expertise.
• You take pride in preventative maintenance and delivering quality workmanship.
• You stay calm under pressure and respond quickly to changing priorities.
• You enjoy working independently while collaborating with a skilled facilities team.
• You are committed to providing exceptional service and understand how your work contributes to patient safety and comfort.
• You value continuous learning and maintaining expertise across multiple building trades.
• You lead with integrity and are proud to represent the RWJBarnabas Health mission, vision, and values.

To be considered for this opportunity, you must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent, and appropriate certifications or licenses related to the HVAC trade. You must also have a valid New Jersey Driver License. Preferred qualifications include previous experience working in a healthcare, hospitality, or similar service-focused environment.

At RWJBarnabas Health, you'll be more than an HVAC Mechanic—you'll be part of a mission-driven organization committed to creating safe, comfortable, and healing environments where exceptional patient care can thrive. Every repair you complete, every system you maintain, and every problem you solve helps ensure our caregivers can focus on what matters most: delivering outstanding care to our patients.

If you're ready to put your HVAC expertise to work in a role where your skills truly make a difference every day, we invite you to apply and become part of the RWJBarnabas Health team.