HVAC Technician

Primary Function:

The HVAC Technician will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC systems within our chemical manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of experience in the HVAC field, with a strong background in troubleshooting and maintaining HVAC systems in an industrial environment.

Duties & Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

This position may require any of the following functions:

• Install, maintain, and repair HVAC systems, including heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance and efficiency.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot HVAC system malfunctions, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
• Checks, repairs and/or replaces valves, motors, controls, switches, gauges, wiring, fans, pumps, compressors, condensers, cores, pipes and other functional components of the system.
• Monitor and adjust HVAC systems to maintain proper temperature, humidity, and air quality levels within the facility.
• Maintain accurate records of all HVAC maintenance and repair activities, including work orders, maintenance logs, and inventory.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies during HVAC maintenance and repair activities.
• Collaborate with other maintenance and engineering staff to support overall facility operations and production goals.
• Assist in the development and implementation of HVAC-related maintenance programs and procedures.
• Stay up-to-date with industry standards, regulations, and advancements in HVAC technology.
• Respond to emergency HVAC repair requests and perform on-call duties as required.
• Ensure compliance and understanding of safety and environmental policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Participates in incident investigations to identify root-cause and enact corrective actions.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications:

Education:

• High School Diploma/GED equivalent required
  
  

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an HVAC Technician, preferably in a chemical manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Industrial process chiller experience required.
• EPA Universal Certification preferred.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, including installation, maintenance, and repair practices.
• Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams, schematics, and blueprints.
• Proficient in the use of HVAC diagnostic tools and equipment.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.
• Effective time management and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Team oriented, flexible and able to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to read, write, and speak English in a clear, concise manner
• Authorized to work in the United States without Sponsorship
  
  

Physical Requirements:

Candidate must be able to:

• Lift and carry up-to 50 pounds
• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk and climb ladders or stairs in the facility
• Regularly required to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and manipulate objects
• Ability to wear PPE such as hard hat, safety shoes, protective clothing, safety harness, safety glasses, and respiratory protection (as required)
• Ability to work in various environmental conditions, including exposure to chemicals, heat, and noise.
  
  

Work Environment:

• PVC manufacturing facility, in presence of chemicals.
• Occasionally work in tight or closed in spaces.
• Work, outdoors, in sometimes-inclement weather.
• Moderate noise-level and environmental vibration related to equipment.
  
  

Competencies:

• Integrity / Ethics
• Critical Evaluation / Decision Making
• Customer Focus
• Work Standards / Quality
• Reliability/Dependability
• Teamwork / Collaboration
• Initiative
• Communication
• Flexibility / Adaptability