HVAC Operating Engineer- 2nd Shift

About the Role

This position focuses on operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial HVAC and environmental control systems that support large-scale manufacturing and hangar operations. The role requires strong technical expertise in industrial and commercial HVAC systems, with the ability to support mission-critical environments where temperature, humidity, and airflow control are essential to production and asset protection.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, monitoring, and repairs to industrial HVAC, mechanical, and control systems to keep systems operating within required performance standards.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot large-scale air handling units (AHUs), chillers, cooling towers, boilers, make-up air units, exhaust systems, and environmental control systems.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance including cleaning, inspecting, calibrating, and replacing components to maintain HVAC systems at optimum performance levels.
• Monitor system performance, record operational readings, and make adjustments as required to ensure proper operation.
• Troubleshoot controls, sensors, actuators, and automation interfaces associated with HVAC systems.
• Coordinate and oversee contracted HVAC maintenance and specialty service providers.
• Maintain responsibility for preventative maintenance programs, inventory control, and technical documentation related to HVAC systems.
• Comply with departmental policies for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials; maintain a clean and safe workplace.
• Perform periodic checks of tools and instrumentation.
• Required to bend, sit, kneel, squat, stand, reach, and work at heights as needed to access HVAC equipment.
• May be required to work in environments exposed to heat, cold, noise, and both day and night-time hours.

Requirements

• 6–8 years of experience maintaining and repairing industrial or commercial HVAC systems.
• Strong ability to analyze HVAC system operation, diagnose malfunctions, and implement corrective actions.
• Working knowledge of:
  • Industrial HVAC systems and controls
  • Chilled water, hot water, and DX systems
  • Air distribution and pressurization systems
• Proven ability to read and interpret HVAC drawings, P&IDs, control schematics, and technical manuals.
• Experience supporting continuous-operation or mission-critical facilities.
• EPA 608 Type II Certification.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• EPA 608 Universal Certification.
• Direct experience with LG, VG, and Dycon HVAC systems used in industrial or aerospace environments.
• Experience with building automation systems (BAS) and HVAC controls integration.
• State-recognized HVAC, mechanical, or industrial license.
• Two years of technical or trade school training in HVAC, refrigeration, or mechanical systems.

Schedule

2nd Shift