Industrial HVAC Superintendent: Lead, Commissioning & Safety

Austin Industries, Inc.; Bogalusa (LA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

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.

The HVAC Superintendent – Industrial is responsible for leading field operations on industrial HVAC projects, including installation, commissioning, and maintenance of large

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of industrial HVAC experience with supervisory leadership.
• Strong knowledge of industrial mechanical systems and safety standards.
• Ability to read blueprints, P&IDs, and mechanical schematics.
• Proven experience managing crews on complex industrial projects.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise HVAC field crews, subcontractors, and technicians on industrial job sites.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate daily work activities to meet milestones.
• Interpret drawings and specifications to ensure accurate installation.
• Oversee installation of HVAC systems including chillers, boilers, and ductwork.
• Ensure OSHA compliance and site safety practices.
• Conduct daily safety meetings and job hazard analyses.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate with clients and project managers.

Skills

HVAC supervision

Industrial HVAC

Blueprint reading

P&IDs interpretation

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

HVAC trade school certification

EPA Universal Certification

Apprenticeship completion

Tools

BIM coordination

Project management software

Field reporting tools

Job description

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.

The HVAC Superintendent – Industrial is responsible for leading field operations on industrial HVAC projects, including installation, commissioning, and maintenance of large