Maintenance Tech, HVAC Focus

ASTEC; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Astec is seeking a Maintenance Technician to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment in a manufacturing environment. This role supports safety, predictive maintenance, and productivity goals across the site.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years in manufacturing with HVAC, hydraulic, electrical and mechanical skills, plus PLC exposure. Ability to work independently or with teams is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and an apprenticeship or equivalent maintenance experience.
• 2+ years in manufacturing with hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, mechanical and HVAC skills, plus PLC exposure.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with others while solving problems.
• Strong safety awareness and commitment to quality and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production equipment and facility systems.
• Perform emergency/unscheduled repairs during production and planned maintenance during machine service.
• Read equipment manuals and work orders; diagnose issues and replace parts as needed.
• Utilize hand and power tools, meters and basic carpentry to support HVAC and facility needs.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Mechanical maintenance

Pneumatic & hydraulic

PLC experience

Safety & compliance

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma/GED

Craft apprenticeship

Job description

BUILT TO CONNECT

Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world.

BUILT TO CONNECT

Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world.

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive, and productive maintenance systems, and processes to support the achievement of the site’s business goals and objectives.

Key Deliverables

• Respond quickly in the event of an emergency repair.
• Fix potential safety hazards to avoid injuries.
• Maintain the building HVAC equipment to keep climate control in the facility functioning properly.
• Complete digital work orders and invoices cleanly using mobile technology.
• Proficient in servicing, maintaining, and repairing systems in line with HVAC protocols.

Key Activities & Responsibilities

• Install and maintain production machines and the plant/facility’s equipment
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production
• Conduct scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service
• Perform simple machinist duties and responsibilities
• Utilize mechanical skills, including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting, and repair of production machines
• Execute regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment, and plant facilities
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to complete required maintenance and service
• Diagnose problems, replace, or repair parts, test, and adjust
• Ability to solder and perform necessary electrical work associated with the HVAC project
• Perform a variety of plumbing, maintenance, and carpentry functions
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties
• Detect faulty operations, defective material, and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas
• Achieve quality results as it relates to the Company’s vision and mission
• Promote and educate others on Astec’s core values
• Follow company policies, procedures, and safety rules at all times

To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are:

• High school diploma/GED and completion of a craft apprenticeship, or an equivalent number of years of education and production maintenance experience
• 2+ years of manufacturing experience; strong hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, mechanical, and industrial skills with some PLC experience and HVAC
• Ethical conduct is essential.
• Demonstrated ability and initiative to achieve results is required.
• Must work well independently and with others for the purpose of achieving mutual goals.
• Technical capability and problem-solving skills are critical.
• Must be able to communicate effectively across departments to meet the needs of internal customers.

Supervisor and Leadership Expectations

None

Our Culture and Values

Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work.

• Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers
• Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
• Respect for all individuals
• Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
• Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Manufacturing Environment

Shop manufacturing environment exposures include exposure to moving mechanical parts, machinery, tools and equipment, vibration, fumes or airborne particles, motorized vehicles, welding and machining operations, outside weather conditions and exposure to the risk of electric shock. The employee may occasionally be exposed to varying levels of dirt, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, very warm and/or very chilly temperatures. The noise level in the shop can be very loud at times consistent with an industrial assembly facility and may require hearing protection. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.