HVAC Apprentice

At the Great Falls Clinic Hospital, we pride ourselves on providing high quality care and exceptional service to our patients. Here you will find excellent nurse to patient ratios. This allows us to provide more personalized care and create stronger connections. You will discover a culture of teamwork, compassion, and an opportunity for professional growth.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

This apprenticeship is designed for individuals committed to building a career in HVAC within a healthcare setting, where system reliability directly impacts patient safety. Under the HVAC Field Technician the HVAC apprentice will perform a diverse range of tasks that evolve as their skills develop. Initially, apprentices focus on observation and basic support functions, gradually taking on more complex responsibilities under supervision. The structured progression ensures apprentices build competency systematically while contributing meaningfully to project completion. Apprentices will learn to measure and cut ductwork, pipe, and tubing to specifications using hand tools and power equipment. Precision becomes critical as apprentices advance, as improperly sized components can compromise system efficiency and require costly corrections. Apprentices will assist with routine maintenance tasks like filter changes, cleaning coils, and checking refrigerant levels. When repairs are needed, apprentices observe diagnostic procedures and help replace faulty components, learning to identify common failure patterns and their solutions. Assists HVAC Field Technician with installing, service, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, replace and perform periodic maintenance and inspection on environmental control systems. Utilizing knowledge of refrigeration theory, control systems, pipe fitting, and structural layouts. Assists HVAC Field Technician and will learn to operate and maintain boilers and auxiliary equipment such as air compressors, electric generators and related equipment. Perform maintenance and preventative maintenance, operate and maintain all air conditioners, refrigerators, and freezers throughout medical center. Performs daily work orders that are assigned via the CMS Maintenance ticketing system or by Senior Director of Support Services. (i.e. replacing ceiling tiles, assists with departmental moves, groundskeeping). Performs weekly, monthly, and annual preventative maintenance tickets to be compliant with local, state, and federal regulations. (i.e. generator testing, inspecting fire life safety equipment, medical gas checks,)

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid Drivers License when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Strong mechanical aptitude


• Willingness to learn


• Basic troubleshooting skills


• Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the jobd

NOTICE OF PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:

If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:

• Criminal background check


• Drug Screening


• Health and Immunizations Screening

ABOUT US:

In 1917, four visionary medical leaders opened a world-class comprehensive health care center, with an integrated team of specialists and a personal approach to wellness - far from an urban center. Today, we are focused on becoming Montana's healthcare provider of choice.

We are committed to recruiting the most contemporary medical staff, harnessing the power of the latest medical technologies, continually striving for advancement, and above all, working as a team to meet the health needs of the 250,000 residents living in our 17 local counties.

Our vision is to be the healthcare provider of choice for patients and the workplace of choice for staff and providers. We will achieve this vision by committing to a culture of integrity and safety, evidence based exceptional care, compassionate customer service, great work environment and innovation/technology.

ABOUT GREAT FALLS:

Great Falls lies about halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks. With close access to world class fishing and floating, not only on the Missouri River, but also several other lakes and rivers. Great Falls is an active community within 1 hour of two local ski resorts. We encourage a fun, collaborative work environment as well as a good work/home life balance. If you are interested in being a part of a dynamic, impactful team, in a family friendly community, Great Falls and Great Falls Clinic Hospital are for you. We would love to hear from you and discuss this opportunity.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Great Falls Clinic, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law.