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HVAC Mechanic at Great Plains… · Facilities
Job Description
HVAC Mechanic
Full Time · Location: Facilities, Oyate Health Center, Rapid City, SD, US
Position Title: HVAC Mechanic
Division: Oyate Health Center
Reports To: Facilities Manager
Job Summary:
This position is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing complex heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and related electrical/control systems across Great Plains Tribal Leaders' Health Board (GPTLHB) facilities, including the Oyáte Health Center (OHC). Work is performed in an outpatient healthcare environment and requires timely response to service requests, preventive maintenance, accurate documentation, and adherence to applicable codes, safety standards, and infection prevention practices to support patient comfort, indoor air quality, and uninterrupted clinic operations.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot boilers and hydronic heating equipment as assigned; support start-up/shutdown and document operating and safety findings per policy.
- Troubleshoot HVAC/hydronic electrical and control components (e.g., contactors, relays, transformers, sensors, actuators, and VFDs), including VFD fault diagnostics and verification of pump/fan rotation and speed control, while following LOTO and electrical safety practices.
- Respond to service calls and work orders; prioritize issues affecting patient comfort, clinical operations, critical spaces, and life-safety/utility systems; escalate urgent conditions per procedure.
- Document work performed in the CMMS and required logs (findings, corrective actions, parts, readings, and follow-up recommendations); support preventive maintenance scheduling.
- Coordinate work in clinical areas with staff as needed; follow ICRA/containment practices (e.g., dust control, barriers, negative air when required) to minimize disruption to patient care.
- Inspect fire and smoke doors as assigned; document deficiencies and coordinate corrective actions to support life-safety compliance.
- Support inspection/testing and maintenance coordination for fire and smoke dampers per schedules and applicable standards; assist with access, safe work controls, and documentation.
- Support accreditation, regulatory, and readiness activities; follow applicable standards and codes (e.g., OSHA, NFPA, local mechanical/electrical codes, and ASHRAE guidance as applicable).
- Coordinate and oversee vendor/contractor work as assigned; verify scope, safe work practices, access requirements, and quality of completed work; support closeout documentation.
- Participate in emergency response and on-call rotation as assigned; support restoration of service during outages or abnormal conditions.
- Perform general maintenance duties as assigned (e.g., basic plumbing, patch/paint, minor carpentry, doors/hardware, lighting, ceiling/floor tile replacement, mounting/installation, and seasonal/grounds support) while coordinating access to minimize disruption to patient care.
- Support clinic operations through room/equipment setup and minor moves; coordinate timing with clinical staff and use safe lifting practices.
- Maintain tools, test instruments, parts, and work areas in a clean and safe condition; use required PPE and follow safe chemical handling practices.
- Performs the core responsibilities of the position accurately, timely, and in accordance with established standards.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance consistent with the position’s schedule and operational needs.
- Communicates effectively with internal and external stakeholders as required by the role.
- Adheres to all applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Utilizes required systems, tools, and technology necessary to perform the job.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent, plus specialized training in HVAC/refrigeration (e.g., certificate program, apprenticeship, vocational/technical coursework, or equivalent job-related training).
- Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in commercial/industrial HVAC and refrigeration maintenance and repair, sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position.
Preferred Qualifications
- Journeyman certification and/or applicable licensure in HVAC and/or a related trade as required by the position and/or local/state codes.
- EPA Section 608 certification (Universal preferred).
- Healthcare facilities experience and familiarity with Environment of Care and accreditation/regulatory documentation expectations.
- BAS experience (alarm response, trending, setpoints, and control troubleshooting).
- Experience with chillers, boilers, hydronic systems, pumps, and ice/thermal energy storage systems.
- VFD configuration and troubleshooting experience.
- Familiarity with fire/smoke door inspection programs and fire/smoke damper coordination and documentation.
- CMMS proficiency (work orders, preventive maintenance, and asset history).
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, and manufacturer documentation.
The GPTCHB is a tribal organization which follows tribal preference laws. It is our policy to give preference to qualified Indian/Tribal candidates over a qualified non-native candidate in hiring decisions, if all other qualifications are equal.
Employment is contingent upon the outcome of all required criminal background checks and pre-employment drug screen.
Compliance with our Employee Health Procedure is a condition of employment. You are required to agree that you will comply with all job-related employee health screening and immunizations prior to your first day of employment. Jobs require that you have documentation that you have completed the following immunizations prior to your first day of employment: MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B, Influenza, T-dap (Tetanus - Diphtheria - Pertussis), and COVID-19 vaccination is required.
This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physical demands and work environment may include:
• Primarily sedentary work is performed in an office or administrative setting.
• Requires the ability to sit for extended periods and regularly use standard office equipment such as a computer, keyboard, telephone, and copier.
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching may be required.
• Ability to lift and carry office materials or supplies up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Requires manual dexterity and visual acuity for computer use and document review.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and hear.
• Work is performed primarily in an indoor office or administrative environment.
• The environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions typical of office settings, including proper use of office equipment and awareness of trips, falls, and fire regulations.
• The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated.
• Minimal exposure to hazardous conditions; no routine exposure to clinical, field, or high risk environments.
• Occasional attendance at meetings, training sessions, or events may require travel within the organization's facilities.
The employee must comply with all organizational policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations. This position is subject to Native Preference, background checks, health requirements, and other applicable organizational standards.