HVAC Technician - Austin Industrial (Florence, SC)

Socket.dev; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Industrial is seeking an HVAC Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and operate HVAC systems to support safe plant operations.

The role requires working in production and maintenance environments and adherence to PPE, SOPs, and GMP guidelines. Candidates should have an AS degree or equivalent HVAC experience and be prepared for overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• AS degree or 3 years experience in HVAC, instrument or controls.
• Experience with industrial BMS.
• EPA universal refrigerant certification preferred.
• Reliable transportation to work.

Responsibilities

• Monitor HVAC systems and follow GMP procedures.
• Maintain and repair HVAC equipment and related systems.
• Troubleshoot control instrumentation and equipment.
• Provide feedback to maintenance and supervision on HVAC issues.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and complete documentation.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Technical reading

Education

AS degree or 3 years HVAC experience

Tools

BMS

Job description

About Austin Industrial

Austin Industrial provides premier self-perform maintenance, construction, and soft craft service to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 years, we offer single-source solutions to our customers in the oil, gas, chemical, food, agriculture, power, and manufacturing industries.

To learn more about us, visit https://www.austin-ind.com/what-we-do/industrial.

HVAC Technician

The HVAC Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and operating Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning and associated equipment to support safe and reliable plant operations. This position requires working in production and maintenance environments that may require the use of supplied-air respiratory hood and other required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor HVAC systems through Honeywell Operating system following cGMP procedures
• Comply with all SOP's and regulatory documents/agencies
• Maintain and repair air conditioning, heating, ventilation, refrigeration equipment and related systems
• Troubleshoot, replace, and adjust associated control instrumentation for the HVAC equipment following GMP guidelines
• Provide technical feedback to automation, maintenance, and supervisor for possible solutions to HVAC issues
• Investigate and correct out of range temperatures and humidity in offices, process areas, and computer rooms
• Obtain licenses for and demonstrate ability to operate various materials handling equipment
• Administer, document, and maintain conformance to regulatory requirements and company policies through effective utilization of Company Quality Systems and tools
• Perform minor mechanical and equipment maintenance
• Perform pipe fitting and brazing as required
• Assist HVAC vendors by providing appropriate permits
• Perform as liaison with vendors for chiller systems
• Utilize Microsoft Office software to create, modify, save, and print documents in Microsoft Word and Excel

• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and work records.
• Follow all plant safety procedures including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space entry, and hot work requirements.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in assigned work areas.

• Perform other duties as required

Required Qualifications

• AS degree or 3 years of industrial experience in HVAC, instrument or controls
• Experience with industrial BMS
• EPA approved universal refrigerant certification is preferred
• Have reliable transportation to work

Competencies:

• Good knowledge and understanding of basic HVAC equipment
• Good problem-solving skills and logical approach to solving problems
• Demonstrable interpersonal and communication skills to foster the team environment
• Ability to read and interpret technical prints and governmental regulations
• Ability to apply basic mathematical principles
• Strong attention to detail and drive to accomplish the job timely, accurately and safely the first time
• Ability to work closely and effectively in a team environment
• Ability to apply knowledge of Good Manufacturing processes and the knowledge and skills in pharmaceutical processes, equipment, instrumentation, and procedures

• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, oron-callas needed.

Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Must be able to wear a supplied-air hood or respirator for extended periods as required by job tasks or environmental conditions.
• Ability to work in hot, cold, dusty, noisy, or chemical process environments.
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, bend, kneel, and work in confined spaces or elevated areas.
• Must be medically qualified to wear respiratory protection in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.

Austin Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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