HVAC Technician (Nights)

BioSpace; City of Rensselaer (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Onsite role

Job summary

Regeneron is seeking an HVAC Technician to join the Facilities Maintenance team in Rensselaer, NY. You will oversee start-up, operation, monitoring, and shutdown of HVAC equipment, including ultra-low temperature systems, chillers, and BAS, ensuring production uptime and compliance with cGMPs.

The role requires maintaining high standards, coordinating with departments and vendors, and readiness for on-call shifts. Training aligns with on-site production needs and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• AAS degree or equivalent with 2+ years for Technician II (or more for higher levels).
• EPA certification required for refrigeration gases.
• Experience with industrial HVAC and chilled water systems.
• Ability to work with SOPs, cGMPs and GDPs in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain coolers/freezers including Ultra Low Temperature units.
• Operate chillers (centrifugal/reciprocating) and air handling systems.
• Maintain chilled water distribution, pumps and condensers.
• Conduct daily rounds of HVAC equipment and coordinate with facilities teams.
• Participate in on-call rotation for site emergencies.
• Collaborate with outside contractors for preventive maintenance.

Skills

Industrial HVAC systems

Chilled water systems

Building automation controls

EPA refrigeration certification

SOPs/cGMPs compliance

Education

AAS in HVAC or related field

Tools

BAS (Building Automation Systems)

PLC experience

Job description

Build Our Future Together

At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. We are seeking an HVAC Technician to join our Facilities Maintenance team. In this role, you will be responsible for start-up, normal operation, monitoring and shutdown of HVAC and equipment. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.

When & Where

• Working hours: Wednesday-Saturday 2:00pm-12:30am
• Training hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
• Rensselaer, NY

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 equipment
• Communicating and coordinating with each department and within Facilities Management when planned and unplanned work events occur
• Coordinating with outside contractors/vendors to perform scheduled and/or non-scheduled Preventative Maintenance or general work

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
• HVAC Technician IV: AAS with 8+ years or equivalent combination of education
• Solid understanding of industrial HVAC systems including maintenance of industrial Air Handler Units
• EPA certified for refrigeration gases
• Able to become fully gown qualified to work in production areas
• Ensuring safe and efficient hands-on maintenance of all plant manufacturing equipment and related support equipment with strict adherence to SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures, cGMPs (current Good Manufacturing Processes), GDPs (Good Documentation Practices) and quality standards
• Electronic, PLC, mechanical and building automation systems experience in pharmaceutical industry is preferred

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 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. If you have any questions, please speak with your recruiter.

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. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about onsite expectations for your role and location.

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 - $52.88