Refrigeration Mechanic (100% Fte, Days)

REFRIGERATION MECHANIC (100% FTE, DAYS)

Req #:241150

Department:UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE - MAINTENANCE

Job Location:UW Medical Center - Montlake

Posting Date:05/01/2025

Closing Info:Closes On 05/15/2025

Salary:$6,766 - $9,016 per month

Other Compensation:

Union Position:Yes

Shift:First Shift

Benefits:As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, click here.

$3,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible full-time and part-time new employees joining UW Medicine

UW Medical Center-Montlake - Maintenance has an outstanding opportunity for a Refrigeration Mechanic.

WORK SCHEDULE

100% FTE

Variable days

Day Shift

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The position will work independently on refrigeration maintenance and repair projects in the University of Washington Medical Center - Montlake.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform skilled journey-level work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of refrigeration, air-conditioning, and chilled water equipment, systems and controls

Pump specified gas or fluid into system

Start system, observe operation, read gauges and instruments, and adjust mechanisms such as valves, controls, and pumps to control level of fluid, pressure, and temperature in system

Dismantle malfunctioning systems and tests components

Replace or adjust defective or worn parts to repair systems

Install wiring to connect components to electric power source

Perform Preventive Maintenance on all air-conditioners, refrigeration, and chiller equipment

REQUIREMENTS

Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a refrigeration mechanic;

OR full journey status as a refrigeration mechanic in a union;

OR four years' applicable work experience.

Vocational training may be substituted for work experience on a year-for-year basis. Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license may be required.

ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE

UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances. The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit's light rail station across the street.

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ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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