Technician 2, HVAC

About the role

The Technician 2, HVAC is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems/equipment. This role ensures these systems meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical manufacturing and storage environments.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance of the site’s heating, ventilation, air condition and refrigeration systems and equipment with limited supervision.
• Reports complex HVAC issues to senior technicians, management, or plant engineering.
• Oversees the installation of equipment, as required.
• Led small projects related to HVAC systems and cold rooms.
• Provides recommendations to management to develop HVAC maintenance schedules.
• Mentors or provides training to HVAC technicians.
• Provides input to develop maintenance and repair plans for HVAC systems and equipment, including cold rooms.
• Follows all safety protocols and guidelines.
• Routinely tests and certifies HEPA filters to prescribed schedule.
• Assists with maintaining contracts with external vendors, as needed.
• Conducts work adhering to system air balancing activities under the guidance of senior technicians or management.
• Assists site functions to qualify and maintain production ventilation and equipment.
• Interacts with vendors or other departments, contractors, and disciplines to schedule repairs, maintenance, etc…
• Completes specialized training programs for HVAC systems.
• Works with Building Management Systems (BMS) monitoring program to trend and review specific data relating to HVAC systems.
• Collaborates cross-functionally with Utilities, Plant Engineering, and other support groups.
• Aids in revising and developing standard operating procedures (SOPs), as needed.
• Supports site operations and emergency work orders during off-hours, as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2-4 years of experience in HVAC maintenance and repairs.
• Completion of an apprenticeship program or vocational training in HVAC.
• Universal Refrigerant Recovery Certification (EPA 608 Certification).

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in mechanical, electrical, applied engineering or another relevant field.
• Prior experience with industrial HVAC systems.
• Prior experience working in a GMP manufacturing environment.
• Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) or equivalent work order management experience.
• Experience with troubleshooting and repairing refrigerant systems, and testing and certifying HEPA filters.
• HVAC/Refrigeration Certification.

Physical Requirements

• Will work in environment which may necessitate respiratory protection.
• May work in Mechanical/Production spaces that may require hearing protection and enrollment in a hearing conservation program.
• Will work in environment operating a motor vehicle or Powered Industrial Truck.
• Ability to discern audible cues.
• Ability to inspect or perform a task with 20/20 corrected vision, visual acuity, including distinguishing color.
• Ability to ascend or descend ladders, scaffolding, ramps, etc…
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time, up to 12 hours.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time, up to 12 hours.
• Ability to conduct activities using repetitive motions that include writs, hands and/or fingers.
• Ability to conduct work that includes moving objects up to 33 lbs.
• Ability to bend, push or pull, reach to retrieve materials from 18” to 60” in height, and use twisting motions.
• Will work in warm/cold environments ranging from 0-110 F
• Will work in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
• Will work in small and/or enclosed spaces.
• Will work in heights greater than 4 feet.