HVAC Operator

Pay Rate Low: 70000 | Pay Rate High: 83000

Pay Rate Low: 70000 | Pay Rate High: 83000

Join our client’s team as a Senior HVAC Operator supporting critical facility systems in a GMP-regulated biotech environment. In this role, you will operate, monitor, and maintain HVAC and BMS systems to ensure precise climate control and building performance. You'll troubleshoot and repair chillers, air handlers, ventilation systems, and other HVAC components while also performing routine inspections and preventive maintenance on process equipment such as bioreactors and fermenters.

Type: Direct Hire

Location: Middlesex County, NJ

Pay: $70,000 - $83,000

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain HVAC and BMS systems to ensure optimal climate control and building performance.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair HVAC components, including chillers, air handling units, and ventilation systems.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on process equipment such as bioreactors, fermenters, and support systems.
• Maintain and update records of maintenance activities, system performance logs, and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with the facilities and engineering teams to implement upgrades and improvements to HVAC, BMS, and process equipment.
• Support validation and qualification efforts of new and existing equipment in compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements.
• Respond to equipment alarms and emergencies, providing timely and effective solutions to maintain uninterrupted operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and participate in safety training and protocols.
• Provide technical guidance and training to junior technicians and operators as needed.
  
  

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or certification in HVAC, mechanical systems, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience working with HVAC, BMS, and process equipment in a biotech or pharmaceutical environment.
• Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting Building Management Systems
• Strong understanding of HVAC principles, process equipment operations, and related mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of GMP, FDA, and other regulatory standards relevant to biotech facilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, as needed.
  
  

This job description is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!

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