Maintenance Technician III (Refrigeration/HVAC)

Allergan; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Refrigeration and HVAC Technician to join their team. This role involves maintaining and repairing a variety of refrigeration systems, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in HVAC systems, including handling cryogenic temperatures, and will play a key role in continuous improvement projects. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork, and contribute to impactful projects that enhance operational efficiency and safety. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Short-term incentive programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience or relevant certification with 5+ years experience required.
• Proficient in handling cryogenic temperatures down to -80 degrees Celsius.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, calibrate, and repair refrigeration and HVAC systems.
• Analyze electrical diagrams and troubleshoot various voltages.

Skills

Water hydraulics

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Relevant Certificate

Associates technical degree

Tools

Machine tools

Diagnostic tools

Predictive tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, SharePoint)

Job description

Company Description

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok.

Job Description

Purpose
The Refrigeration and HVAC Technician will utilize their expertise in centrifugal, screw compressors, and positive displacement compressor chillers to work on various refrigeration and HVAC systems. This technician will have a universal EPA certification. Work hours are 6am to 2:30pm, Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

1. Maintain, calibrate, service, troubleshoot, and repair refrigeration and chillers such as centrifugal, screw compressors, and positive displacement compressors chillers.
2. Analyze and interpret electrical diagrams and layers to effectively work with voltages of 24Vac, 120Vac, and 460Vac.
3. Install, maintain, and repair walk-in coolers and walk-in freezers, ensuring temperature regulation and product preservation.
4. Utilize advanced calculations such as superheat calculation and subcooling calculation to optimize refrigeration processes and system efficiency.
5. Assist in root cause investigation and reliability-centered maintenance analysis, collaborating with cross-functional teams including those outside of the maintenance organization.
6. Create or edit maintenance job plans to optimize efficiency and productivity.
7. Operate and troubleshoot Beacon 2 smart controllers and IntelliGen systems manufactured by Heatcraft for optimal refrigeration performance.
8. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide technical support and expertise in refrigeration and HVAC systems.
9. Actively contribute to continuous improvement projects and safety initiatives within the maintenance organization and/or the site.
10. Perform advanced-level tasks in the core function and train others in these tasks.
11. Adhere to AbbVie’s code of conduct and ensure compliance with all safety and GMP regulations.
12. Handle any additional projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

1. High School Diploma or GED with 10+ yrs. Experience or Relevant Certificate with 5+ yrs. experience or Associates technical degree with 3+ yrs. of experience, or proficient in two or more skilled maintenance functions.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in comprehensive knowledge of water hydraulics, water flows, and water pumps for effective operation and maintenance of HVAC systems.
3. Specialize in handling cryogenic temperatures, particularly in low-temperature cascade systems with expertise in temperatures as low as -80 degrees Celsius.
4. Hold a CMRT (Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician) or equivalent accreditation.
5. Proficiency in multiple skilled trade disciplines, including Microsoft Office (Excel/Pivot, Word, SharePoint).
6. Utilize advanced tools, such as machine tools, diagnostic tools, predictive tools.
7. Strong ability to work well in a team, with focus on improvement and drive for results.
8. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with people of all levels.
9. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the capability to effectively conduct root cause analysis and make sound decisions.
10. Be adaptable and flexible in undertaking additional projects and assignments as needed.
11. Willingness to receive guidance and training from other subject matter experts (SMEs) to enhance knowledge and skills.

Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:

1. The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
2. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
3. This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.

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