HVAC Technician

About the role

Hexcel Decatur is seeking an Industrial HVAC Technician to join their team. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is passionate about maintaining and optimizing critical industrial HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and optimize industrial HVAC systems, including chillers, cooling towers, air handlers, RTUs, and plant-wide ventilation systems
• Install, inspect, and service industrial piping systems — steam, process water, chilled water, compressed air, and chemical-resistant lines
• Safely execute repairs, upgrades, and fixture replacements across the facility
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to keep equipment at peak reliability
• Diagnose root causes on mechanical, electrical, and control components
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations to support continuous improvement and maximum equipment uptime
• Respond to plant needs with urgency, accuracy, and a solutions-first mindset
• Support chillers and auxiliary systems during startups, shutdowns, and seasonal transitions
• Work hands-on with boilers, pumps, valves, blowers, and industrial ventilation systems
• Maintain impeccable documentation — you know your work matters to reliability, safety, and audits

Requirements

• 5 years of Industrial HVAC experience — manufacturing, chemical, aerospace, or large-scale utilities environment preferred
• Proven ability working with: Chillers, Cooling towers, Heat exchangers, High-tonnage refrigeration, Industrial ventilation systems
• Plumbing or Pipefitter license strongly preferred (we love multi-skilled technicians)
• Ability to read blueprints, P&IDs, and equipment schematics
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting instinct — you don’t guess, you diagnose
• Experience in lockout/tagout, safety procedures, and working within regulated industrial environments
• Forklift experience a plus

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum

Skills

• Advanced knowledge of industrial HVAC systems
• Proficiency in industrial piping systems
• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Stability and low turnover among the maintenance team
• Participation in a skilled, respected team
• A visible impact on daily operations

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible hours to accommodate the demands of the manufacturing environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected class.