Maintenance Trade Lead - HVAC

99 Highway 37 West
Toms River, NJ

Job Title: Maintenance Trade Lead

Location: Community Medical Center

Department: Plant Operations

Req#: 0000197215

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $38.62 - $38.62 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.

Job Overview:

The General Maintenance Trade Mechanic repairs and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturer’s specifications, using hand and power tools, and testing equipment. Meets requirements as defined by applicable Department Specific Equipment Competency Checklist.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience directly related to the heating, ventilation and air conditioning field, preferably within a large healthcare facility or equivalent
  • Must possess and maintain a valid NJ State Driver's License
  • Must have required trade school or job experience to perform the functional responsibilities of the job

Certifications:

  • Certificate in HVAC&R preferred; Refrigerant Transition &; Recovery Certification Type II, III or Universal

Preferred:

  • Blue Seal Refrigeration

Scheduling Requirements:

  • Full Time
  • Day Shift - 7:00am-3:30pm
  • Weekend on-call requirements

Essential Functions:

  • Installs, operates, repairs and maintains all heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, medical gas systems and associated equipment in a technically accepted, safe and efficient manner
  • Operates chillers, fans, pumps, heat exchangers and all other equipment necessary to provide heating, ventilation and air conditioning to the facility
  • Installs maintains and repairs equipment such as but not limited to pumps, valves, radiators, fans, motors, heaters, condensate tanks, pneumatic controls, thermostats, fan coil units, refrigeration units and window AC units

  • Installs maintains and repairs steam, hot water, and chilled water piping, control and stop valves, and all related equipment

  • Performs scheduled rounds in order to inspect and verify proper operation of all HVAC equipment

  • Reviews BAS systems for proper operation of HVAC controls and systems

  • Performs filter changes in air handling units, fan coil units and window units as per schedule and/or as needed

  • Monitors and inspects work to ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations

  • Follows established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards

  • Performs scheduled preventative maintenance tasks or coordinates vendors as required

  • Assigns work based on priority to subordinate trade member

  • Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors, etc

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

  • Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
  • Retirement Plans
  • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Disability and Life Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Student Loan Planning Support
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
  • Community and Volunteer Opportunities
  • Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
  • ….and more!

Additional Information:

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,

high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering

a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Retirement Plans
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Life & Accidental Death Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
  • Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!


RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Posted 2025-08-15

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