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Aerotek

HVAC Technician- Hospital Environment

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Job Description

  • Job Title: HVAC Technician - Hospital Environment
  • Job Description
  • The Hospital HVAC Technician installs, maintains, and repairs heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and specialized medical air systems throughout a healthcare facility.

This role ensures that critical areas such as operating rooms, isolation rooms, ICUs, laboratories, pharmacies, and patient care spaces consistently meet precise temperature, humidity, pressurization, and air-quality standards that are essential for patient safety and regulatory compliance.

  • Responsibilities
  • + Install, inspect, and test HVAC systems, including furnaces, air handlers, compressors, air conditioners, heat pumps, ventilation units, refrigeration equipment, and specialized medical air systems.

+ Maintain and troubleshoot HVAC systems that support critical hospital environments, including operating rooms, isolation rooms, ICUs, laboratories, and pharmacy areas.

+ Work on rooftop units (RTUs), chillers, boilers, condensers, air handlers, and exhaust systems to ensure reliable operation.

+ Monitor and adjust building automation systems to maintain required temperature, humidity, and pressurization levels for patient safety.

+ Perform preventive maintenance on chillers, boilers, air handlers, exhaust systems, rooftop units, and medical air systems, including cleaning coils, replacing filters, checking refrigerant levels, and calibrating controls.

+ Diagnose mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues and perform necessary repairs in a timely and safe manner.

+ Respond quickly to service calls in patient care and clinical areas, minimizing disruption to hospital operations.

+ Ensure all HVAC work meets healthcare regulatory standards, including applicable Joint Commission, ASHRAE, and infection-control requirements, as well as local, state, and federal HVAC codes and safety standards.

+ Read and interpret blueprints, technical diagrams, and manufacturer specifications to plan and complete installations and repairs.

+ Document all work performed, including diagnostics, repairs, parts used, labor time, and system performance, in accordance with facility procedures.

+ Communicate clearly with internal customers and stakeholders about system issues, repair options, and maintenance recommendations.

+ Maintain tools, diagnostic equipment, and assigned vehicles in clean, safe, and reliable working condition.

+ Respond to emergency service calls as needed, including urgent issues affecting critical hospital environments.

+ Collaborate with team members, contractors, and supervisors to plan work, coordinate shutdowns, and complete projects on schedule.

  • Essential Skills
  • + Proven experience as an HVAC Technician or in a similar role working with HVAC, refrigeration, and related mechanical systems.

+ Strong understanding of HVAC systems, including air handlers, compressors, chillers, boilers, rooftop units, condensers, and refrigeration systems.

+ Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair HVAC, electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

+ Proficiency with building automation systems to monitor and adjust temperature, humidity, and pressurization.

+ Experience performing preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment, including cleaning coils, replacing filters, checking refrigerant levels, and calibrating controls.

+ Strong knowledge of electrical components and refrigeration cycles as they relate to HVAC systems.

+ Ability to use diagnostic tools, gauges, meters, and standard hand and power tools safely and effectively.

+ EPA Section 608 Certification (Type I, II, or Universal).

+ High school diploma or equivalent.

+ Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.

+ Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in time-sensitive environments.

+ Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively in a busy facility setting.

+ Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical diagrams, and manufacturer specifications.

+ Commitment to following local, state, and federal HVAC codes and safety standards, as well as healthcare regulatory requirements.

  • Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • + Completion of a technical school program or formal HVAC training is preferred.

+ Experience working in a hospital or healthcare environment with critical spaces such as operating rooms, isolation rooms, ICUs, labs, and pharmacies.

+ Familiarity with Joint Commission, ASHRAE, and infection-control standards as they relate to HVAC systems.

+ Experience with installation of HVAC systems, including furnaces, ventilation units, rooftop units, and refrigeration equipment.

+ Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with clinical staff, maintenance teams, and contractors.

+ Strong attention to detail when documenting work performed and system performance.

+ Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment while also taking ownership of individual assignments.

  • Why Work Here?
  • You will support a mission-driven healthcare environment where your technical expertise directly contributes to patient comfort, safety, and quality of care.

The role offers steady daytime hours, predictable scheduling, and the opportunity to work with complex and advanced building systems. You will collaborate with a skilled facilities team, gain exposure to a wide range of HVAC and medical support systems, and build highly marketable experience in a regulated healthcare setting that values reliability, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

  • Work Environment
  • This position is based in a hospital environment, working primarily on-site throughout patient care areas, mechanical rooms, rooftops, and support spaces.

The standard schedule runs Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with occasional emergency call responses as needed. You will work around active clinical operations, which requires attention to cleanliness, noise control, and infection-control practices. The role involves regular use of HVAC diagnostic tools, gauges, meters, hand and power tools, and interaction with building automation systems. Work conditions can include exposure to hot and cold mechanical spaces, outdoor rooftop work, and confined equipment areas, with appropriate safety equipment and attire required.

  • Job Type & Location
  • This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bedford, TX.
  • Pay and Benefits
  • The pay range for this position is $30.

00 - $35.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  • Workplace Type
  • This is a fully onsite position in Bedford,TX.
  • Application Deadline
  • This position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 2026.
  • About Aerotek
  • Aerotek® Inc.

provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
  • Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
  • Massachusetts Lie Detector:
  • It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
  • Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
  • We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates.

AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Sick Leave
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Other Retirement and Savings