HVAC Technician (Aromatics)

About INEOS Aromatics

INEOS Aromatics is a global chemical manufacturing company that produces products used in the polyester industry, contributing to everyday items like clothes, carpets, furniture, automotive parts, and food packaging. With 1,300 employees across various locations including the United States, United Kingdom, Mainland China, Belgium, Indonesia, and Taiwan, and annual sales of $4 billion, the company employs a diverse team of engineers, scientists, and business professionals dedicated to solving global challenges. INEOS Aromatics is part of INEOS, a chemical company formed in 1998 with over $60 billion in annual turnover and 25,000 employees worldwide, including 5,000 in the U.S.

INEOS is committed to safety, being one of the safest manufacturing companies in the world.

The Position:

The Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Technician at the Cooper River Site is responsible for repairing, servicing, and maintaining HVAC systems and related equipment, including electrical components, controls, piping, pumps, and air distribution systems. This role also involves diagnosing and troubleshooting HVAC equipment malfunctions, assisting with construction and installation activities, preparing permits, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

What You Will Do:

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on HVAC systems and related equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot HVAC equipment malfunctions and support operations and engineering with equipment issues as needed.
• Track refrigerant usage and maintain accurate equipment and maintenance history records.
• Assist with minor construction, remodeling, installation, and repair planning/scheduling activities for HVAC systems.
• Prepare permits to work and conduct task risk assessments, ensuring compliance with company procedures, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant reliability, reduce costs, and optimize preventative maintenance programs.
• Maintain exceptional housekeeping of shops, tools, trucks, and job sites, and participate in after-hours, weekend, holiday, and on-call support as required.

What You Will Bring:

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED.
• A minimum of five years HVAC experience in a manufacturing environment, including a good working knowledge of equipment, materials, techniques, and safeguards.
• A passing score on pre-employment tests, including mechanical aptitude, reading & mathematics.
• Additional HVAC related certifications preferred.
• EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification required.

Experience in General:

• The ability to read & follow detailed operating, maintenance and safety procedures.
• The willingness & ability to be on call including nights, weekends & holidays.
• The willingness & ability to relocate to or commute on a daily basis to the INEOS Cooper River Plant without company assistance.
• Work with diverse groups to achieve results and maintain a positive working relationship with co-workers.
• Understand and adhere to SHE processes and regulations.

Competencies, Behavioral Skills:

• Work with diverse groups to achieve results and maintain a positive working relationship with co-workers.

Physical Demands:

• The ability to routinely work in confined spaces for extended periods of time.
• The ability to routinely climb stairs & ladders that can exceed 200 feet in total span with break decks.
• The ability to lift & carry heavy objects up to 50 pounds in weight.
• The ability to put on respirators and other important safety equipment.
• Constant (67-100% of time) exerting over 50 pounds of force (lifting, pulling, pushing, torquing), standing, walking, climbing, bending, squatting, kneeling, reaching, carrying, repetitive motions.
• Working outside 67-100% of time in temperature extremes and noisy environment.
• The willingness & ability to work in all weather conditions.

Legal Disclaimer:

If you are selected for a position in the United States, your employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a post-offer/pre-placement drug test (and alcohol screening/medical examination if required by the role) as well as pre-placement verification of the information and qualifications provided during the selection process.

INEOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation & Benefits:

• INEOS Aromatics offers a competitive benefits package to support employees and their dependents, including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• A 401(k)-retirement plan with a 3% automatic company contribution and a 100% match on the first 6% of employee contributions.
• Paid time off and additional wellness, financial, and lifestyle benefits.

The Location:

This opportunity is located in Wando, South Carolina.