HVAC/Biomedical Field Technician

Field Service Technician - HVAC & Biomedical Systems

Location: Virginia Beach, VA (Field-based)

Experience: 2-3 Years

Compensation: Competitive Salary + Bonus + Equity

Start Date: Immediate
About Us

MERCO Biomedical has served healthcare and laboratory clients since 1978 and is now part of Scientific Safety Alliance (SSA) - a national platform with 24 acquisitions, 13,500+ customers, and back-to-back recognition on Inc. Magazine's Fastest-Growing Private Companies list. You get the expertise of a 45+ year biomedical service provider with the career growth and equity ownership of a rapidly scaling company.
The Role

Hands-on hybrid role combining HVAC/refrigeration and biomedical equipment servicing at client sites across the Virginia Beach region. You'll perform preventive maintenance, repairs, calibration, and compliance inspections in regulated healthcare, pharmaceutical, and research facilities.
What You'll Do

Biomedical Equipment & Calibration
- Calibrate and maintain biological safety cabinets (BSCs), autoclaves, incubators, centrifuges, fume hoods, and sterilizers
- Conduct OEM inspections per AAAASF, AAAHC, CLIA, CMS, Joint Commission, and NFPA-99 standards
- Perform OQ/PQ testing per FDA and cGMP requirements
- Calibrate temperature loggers, particle counters, pressure gauges, and humidity sensors
- Certify BSCs per NSF/ANSI 49; test medical gas systems and emergency power systems

HVAC & Refrigeration

- Service and repair HVAC systems, air handling units (AHUs), HEPA filtration, and cleanroom environmental controls

- Troubleshoot medical-grade refrigeration including ULT freezers, pharmacy refrigerators, blood bank units, and vaccine storage

- Perform HEPA filter integrity testing (DOP/PAO), airflow balancing, differential pressure testing, and smoke studies
- Service BAS, VAV systems, and temperature/humidity controls; maintain refrigerant systems per EPA 608

Documentation & Client Interaction
- Generate service reports, calibration certificates, and compliance records to audit standards
- Serve as on-site point of contact for clients; communicate findings and recommendations
- Identify service expansion opportunities and coordinate with sales and customer success teams
What You Bring
Required:
- 2-3 years in HVAC/refrigeration, biomedical equipment maintenance, or both
- Associate's degree or technical diploma in HVAC, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Electronics, or related field (military training accepted)
Preferred:
- EPA 608 Universal Certification (or obtain within 90 days)
- Experience with medical-grade refrigeration or laboratory cold storage
- Familiarity with Joint Commission, ISO 14644, cGMP, or FDA regulated environments
- HEPA filter testing or BSC certification experience
- Strong troubleshooting skills across HVAC, refrigeration, and biomedical systems
- Proficient with multimeters, manometers, refrigerant gauges, and calibration instruments
- Valid driver's license; able to lift 50 lbs and work on ladders and rooftops
Why SSA

- Career path into Senior Tech, Team Lead, or Specialist roles
- High autonomy - no two days are the same
- Equity ownership in SSA
- 100% covered health insurance (employee + family)
- 401(k), dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, parental leave
- Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement
- Tool allowance and certification reimbursement