HVAC Technician

BioSpace; City of Rensselaer (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Regeneron in Rensselaer, NY is seeking an experienced HVAC Technician to join our facilities team. You will start up, monitor, and shut down HVAC equipment, troubleshoot, and perform preventive maintenance and repairs on industrial systems.

The role includes rotating on-call duties and working with a facility BAS system to ensure compliant operations. You will handle chilled water systems, air handlers, pumps, and related equipment, following cGMP and GDP guidelines.

Qualifications

• AAS with 2+ years experience for HVAC Technician II or equivalent.
• AAS with 5+ years experience for HVAC Technician III or equivalent.
• EPA certification for refrigeration gases.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of coolers and freezers including Ultra Low temperature Freezers.
• Operation of Centrifugal and Reciprocating refrigeration chillers.
• Maintenance of Chilled water systems including distribution and condenser pumps and Air Compressors.
• Participating in rotational on-call for site emergency work.
• Preventive maintenance and repair of industrial air handling systems.
• Operation of facility-wide BAS system.
• Conducting daily rounds on all HVAC and facilities related equipment.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Education

AAS degree

Tools

BAS systems

Industrial chillers

Chilled water pumps

Air handling units

Job description

We are currently looking to add an experienced HVAC Technician to our growing team. Our HVAC Technicians are responsible for start-up, normal operation, monitoring and shutdown of HVAC and equipment. We perform all tasks necessary for troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, calibration, and repair work of all mechanical related systems.

When & Where

• Location: Rensselaer, NY
• Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

Discover Your Role

• Maintenance of coolers and freezers including Ultra Low temperature Freezers
• Operation of Centrifugal and Reciprocating refrigeration chillers
• Maintenance of Chilled water systems including distribution and condenser pumps and Air Compressors
• Participating in rotational on-call for site emergency work
• Preventive maintenance and repair of industrial air handling systems
• Operation of facility-wide BAS system
• Conducting daily rounds on all HVAC and facilities related equipment
• Follow current good manufacturing practices (cGMPs) and good business practices (G)
• Ensure safe and efficient hands-on maintenance of all plant manufacturing equipment and related support equipment with strict adherence to SOPs, cGMPs, GDPs and quality standards
• Can communicate and coordinate with each department and within Facilities Management when planned and unplanned work events occur
• Are able to coordinate with outside contractors/vendors to perform scheduled and/or non-scheduled Preventative Maintenance or general work
• Have a solid understanding of industrial HVAC systems including maintenance of industrial Air Handler Units
• Are EPA certified for refrigeration gases
• Have the ability to become fully gown qualified to work in production areas

This Role Requires

• AAS and the following minimum experience in AC, Heating, Chilled Water Systems, Building Automation Controls, and Maintenance for each level:
• HVAC Technician II: AAS with 2+ years or equivalent combination of education and experience
• HVAC Technician III: AAS with 5+ years or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Solid understanding of industrial HVAC systems including maintenance of industrial Air Handler Units

Level will be determined based on qualifications relevant to the role.

Does this sound like you? We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture.

Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.

Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate. The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits. Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits. For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other locations, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process.

Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we do our best work when we are together. For that reason, many roles are required to be performed onsite.

As part of the recruitment process, certain background checks may be conducted in accordance with the laws of the country where the position is based. The purpose of such checks is to verify certain information prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work and educational qualifications.

For jobs in Canada: this posting is for an existing position.

Salary Range (hourly)

$24.76 - $44.42