Industrial HVAC Technician / HVAC Mechanic

INEOS; Wando (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

INEOS Aromatics is seeking an experienced HVAC Technician to maintain and repair HVAC systems at the Cooper River Site in Wando, SC. The role includes diagnosing malfunctions, tracking refrigerant usage, and supporting reliability initiatives while participating in safety-focused activities.

Qualified candidates will have at least five years of HVAC experience in manufacturing, a High School Diploma or GED, and EPA Universal Certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Five years HVAC experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Passing score on pre-employment tests, including mechanical aptitude, reading & mathematics.
• Additional HVAC related certifications preferred.
• EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on HVAC systems and related equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot HVAC malfunctions and support operations with equipment issues.
• Track refrigerant usage and maintain maintenance records.
• Assist with minor construction and installation planning for HVAC systems.
• Prepare permits to work and complete risk assessments per safety procedures.
• Support plant reliability improvements and cost reduction initiatives.
• Maintain housekeeping and participate in after-hours on-call support.

Skills

HVAC experience

Mechanical aptitude

Reading procedures

On-call

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

About INEOS Aromatics
INEOS Aromatics is a global chemical manufacturing company that produces products the polyester industry uses to make many of the things we use in our daily lives, such as clothes, carpets, furniture, automotive parts, and food packaging. We employ 1,300 employees at sites in the United States, United Kingdom, Mainland China, Belgium, Indonesia, and Taiwan, with annual sales of $4 billion. Our diverse team of engineers, scientists and business professionals is dedicated to discovering solutions to some of the world’s biggest challenges.
INEOS Aromatics is part of INEOS, formed in 1998 and already one of the world’s most successful chemical companies, with an annual turnover of over $60 billion and 25,000 employees - over 5,000 of them in the US.
INEOS is also one of the safest manufacturing companies in the world, nothing is more important to us.

Current Opportunity

Job Title: HVAC Technician (Aromatics)
Location: Wando, South Carolina

The Position

The Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Technician repairs, services and maintains HVAC equipment, systems and related or connected equipment for both buildings and process-related applications at the Cooper River Site. Our Training Program is a registered apprenticeship program with the Department of Labor and eligible for GI Bill Benefits.

What you will do

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on HVAC systems and related equipment, including electrical components, controls, piping, pumps, and air distribution systems.
• 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 task risk assessments, ensuring all work complies 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, which includes a good working knowledge of equipment, materials, techniques, and safeguards in the respective discipline for maintenance and construction.
• 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.
• Understands and adheres to SHE processes and regulations.
• Additional HVAC related certifications preferred.

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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.

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 actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job‑related knowledge and skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At INEOS Aromatics, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are carefully made based on the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

The Location

This opportunity is located in Wando, South Carolina