HVAC Mechanic 2nd Shift

Ferrara; Forest Park (GA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

PTO

Annual bonus

Job summary

Ferrara in Forest Park, GA is seeking an HVAC Mechanic to maintain and optimize our candy manufacturing facility's HVAC, steam, compressed air, refrigeration, and other utility systems. You will support product quality, equipment performance, and continuous production by ensuring reliable operation and safety.

The role requires overtime with varying start/end times and weekends; core hours are 4pm–4:30am. You will troubleshoot, service, and preventive maintain chillers, boilers, pumps, and air

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Experience with chillers and HVAC systems preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing HVAC equipment and steam systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize HVAC systems to ensure temperature/humidity control for production.
• Troubleshoot and service air compressors, blowers, and filtration systems to minimize downtime.
• Monitor and maintain chillers, boilers, pumps, and piping networks for reliability and energy efficiency.
• Support water quality testing and water treatment programs to protect equipment.
• Inspect and repair thermal oxidizer components to aid emissions control and compliance.

Skills

Brazing & piping

Soldering

HVAC ductwork

Electrical schematics

Humidity control

Refrigerant handling

Water quality testing

Preventive maintenance

Emergency repairs

Refrigeration systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

WORK LOCATION: FOREST PARK

Position requires ability to work overtime. As a result, it may requireworking varying start times, end times, and weekends dependent on businessneeds.

Core hours: 4pm-4:30am

• Must be flexible to work weekends/holiday when needed

WANT TO MAKE AN IMPACT?

The HVAC Mechanic, reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, plays a criticalrole in maintaining the systems that keep our candy manufacturing operationsrunning safely, efficiently, and reliably. Your expertise will directly supportproduct quality, equipment performance, and continuous production by ensuringoptimal operation of our HVAC, steam, compressed air, refrigeration, and utilitysystems.

WAYS YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

• Maintain and optimize HVAC systems, including condensers, air handling units(AHUs), refrigerant circuits, heating systems, and DX coils to ensureconsistent temperature and humidity conditions that support candy productionquality and food safety
• Troubleshoot and service air compressors, blowers, cooling motors, checkvalves, air dryers, and filtration systems to provide reliable compressed airfor manufacturing equipment and minimize production downtime
• Support critical humidity control by maintaining dehumidifiers, motors,desiccant wheels, filters, and K-bars, helping preserve product consistency,prevent moisture-related defects and maintain ideal processing conditions
• Monitor and maintain chiller systems, including water, glycol, andrefrigerant circuits, to ensure efficient cooling performance and stableoperating temperatures throughout the facility
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on steam systems, includinggenerators, pumps, deaerator tanks, hot water holding tanks, economizers,valves, steam traps, limit switches, and piping networks to maximize systemreliability and energy efficiency
• Conduct water quality testing, including hardness and conductivity analysis,to protect equipment from scale buildup, corrosion, and performance losswhile supporting safe and efficient plant operations
• Manage water treatment chemical programs to maintain system integrity, extendequipment life, and ensure compliance with operational and safety standards
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair thermal oxidizer components, including gasvalves and burners, to support environmental compliance and efficientemissions control
• Maintain industrial heating equipment, including boilers, heat exchangers,hot water systems, steam radiators, electric heaters, and storage tanks,ensuring dependable process heat for manufacturing operations
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance, reduce energyconsumption, and increase system reliability through proactive maintenanceand continuous improvement initiatives
• Respond quickly to equipment issues and production needs, helping minimizedowntime and maintain uninterrupted manufacturing schedules

SKILLS THAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL

• Proficient in brazing and copper pipe sweating for HVAC, refrigeration, andprocess piping systems
• Skilled in soldering techniques for mechanical and plumbing applications
• Ability to install, modify, and repair HVAC ductwork systems
• Proficient in pipe bending, routing, and installation for refrigeration,steam, hydronic, and condensate systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, andmechanical drawings
• Knowledge of air circulation balancing and airflow optimization for HVACsystems
• Strong understanding of ventilation systems maintenance and performanceoptimization
• Working knowledge of hydronic heating and cooling systems, including pumps,valves, and piping networks
• Skilled in the fabrication, installation, and maintenance of condensatedrainage systems
• Proficient in cleaning and maintaining evaporator, condenser, and processcooling coils to maximize system efficiency and airflow
• Strong leak detection and repair skills for refrigerant, water, steam, andcompressed air systems
• Basic maintenance knowledge of air compressors, including oil changes, coilcleaning, and routine inspections
• Ability to perform emergency repairs and temporary corrective actions to keepcritical equipment operational while minimizing production disruptions
• Strong judgment in prioritizing equipment repairs based on production impact,safety, and operational requirements
• Ability to document mechanical issues clearly, including photographingequipment conditions and communicating repair recommendations effectively
• Strong understanding of preventive maintenance practices that promote properairflow, system efficiency, and equipment longevity
• Knowledge of EPA refrigerant handling requirements and commitment topreventing refrigerant releases through responsible maintenance and repairpractices
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-pacedmanufacturing environment while maintaining a strong focus on safety,quality, and continuous improvement

EXPERIENCES THAT WILL SUPPORT YOUR SUCCESS

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three monthsrelated experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of educationand experience
• Minimum of 1 year experience with chillers and HVAC systems required
• Experience with SAP or similar, Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and rebuilding heat pumps and relatedHVAC equipment
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining boiler room equipment andassociated controls
• Experience performing welding repairs and fabrication work on industrialequipment and piping systems
• Experience repairing and maintaining steam traps, filters, strainers, andsteam distribution components
• Experience detecting and addressing refrigerant and oil leaks to maintainequipment reliability and regulatory compliance

WHAT WE OFFER

At Ferrara, we’re proud to support our employees by providing comprehensivebenefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off(PTO).

Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on companyperformance. Learn more about our benefitsat Ferrara-Candy-2025-OE-QR[Ferrara-Candy-2025-OE-QR]

COMPENSATION

The salary for this role is $38.00 per hour plus $1.00 per hour shiftdifferential.