GENERAL SUMMARY: This position requires attention to detail with respect to all equipment associated with heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration. The individual must perform daily maintenance on all assigned equipment as necessary and complete specific p.m.'s on same. This person is required to be on call as scheduled for the plant operations section and perform all other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Skills Required: 1. Must possess a high school diploma and vocational training in the HVAC and refrigeration trades. 2. Must possess valid New York State driver's license and be insurable. 3. Preferred 3-5 years experience in HVAC and refrigeration trades. 4. Ability to maintain pneumatics, electronic, and electric controls. Experience with computerized energy management and vav systems helpful. 5. Ability to maintain various refrigeration systems from fractional H.P. units through commercial sized units. 6. Ability to install ductwork, dampers, controls and related equipment. 7. Ability to read schematics and blue prints. 8. Ability to maintain all hydronic heating and chilled water systems along with their associated equipment: i.e., pumps, piping, valves, controls, etc. 9. Ability to troubleshoot all equipment and systems related to the HVAC and refrigeration industry, and in operation at this facility. 10. Ability to maintain logs, write, and communicate well with Supervisors and co-workers. 11. Ability to portray the professionalism associated with the position, work independently with minimal supervision, and strive for continuous quality improvement. 12. Assist with on the job education by sharing their knowledge with junior tradesmen during and after orientation. 13. EPA certification for refrigerant handling preferred. 14. NYS certified O&M or worker training for asbestos preferred or certification obtained within 12 months. As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided.