Sr HVAC Mechanic

Celgard,-LLC; Poplar Tent (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Flexible spending account

Vacation and holidays

401K match

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Life & disability insurance

Job summary

Celgard is seeking an HVAC Mechanic to join the Concord, NC maintenance team. The day shift (Mon-Fri, 7am-3:30pm) is responsible for operating, inspecting, and repairing HVAC, electrical, and facility systems.

Candidates should have an associate degree in HVAC/technical field and 10 years of industrial experience; EPA 608 license preferred and may be required. Flexibility for overtime and second/third shifts is noted.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a technical field or accredited HVAC trade school.
• EPA 608 License preferred; will be required if hired.
• NC Electrician License and NC Fire Sprinkler License preferred.
• 10 years of experience in an industrial environment maintaining and repairing HVAC systems.
• Ability to work at heights up to 30 feet, lift up to 50 lbs, and perform overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate, inspect, test, and repair HVAC and related facility systems.
• Maintain Building Automation System, plumbing, and fire facility monitoring.
• Understand and maintain cleanroom HEPA filtration and protocol.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on maintenance tasks and safety.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

Associate degree in HVAC/technical field

EPA 608 License (preferred)

NC Electrician License (preferred)

NC Fire Sprinkler License (preferred)

Special courses in electrical/pneumatic systems (preferred)

Tools

MS Office Suite

PIV equipment license (forklifts, man lifts)

Job description

The Asahi Kasei Group operates with a commitment of creating for tomorrow. Our business sectors, Material, Homes, and Health Care, contribute to the development of society by anticipating the changing needs of those around the world. We look for candidates that offer a fresh perspective and a variety of skills to help us achieve our commitment. We are currently seeking applications to fill the following job opening at Celgard where we develop and manufacture membrane battery separators that are critical components used in lithium-ion batteries for electric drive vehicles (EDVs) and energy storage systems (ESS).

HVAC Mechanic - Celgard – Concord, NC

About the Role

We are seeking an HVAC Mechanic to be a part of the Maintenance team based in Concord, NC. This position directly reports to the Electrical Supervisor and does not supervise others.

Shift

This is a day shift position. Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm.

Qualifications

• Education Background: Associates degree in a technical related field, or completion of an accredited trade school in (HVAC) heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems or equivalent training required EPA Clean Air Section 608 License preferred – Will be required to complete it if hired.
• NC Electrician License preferred NC Fire Sprinkler Maintenance Technician License preferred Special courses in electrical, pneumatic, facility monitoring/control and power plant systems are preferred.
• Knowledge & Experience: 10 years of experience in an industrial environment maintaining and repairing HVAC systems required Ability to troubleshoot a wide range of AC/DC electrical systems required Ability to repair and/or replace electrical components that make up HVAC systems required. Must be able to work at heights up to 30 feet, lift and carry up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, bend and twist in order to reach remote equipment Must be able to work overtime as needed Flexibility to carry a cell phone for coverage and site wide communication. Also willing to work a 2nd or 3rd shift schedule when required.
• Proficiency with computers and computer applications (MS Office, Word, Excel) Ability to use special tools and equipment in order to install and maintain HVAC systems (tools include but are not limited to hammers, wrenches, electric drills, pipe cutters, metal cutters, benders, thermometers, pressure gauges, manometers, acetylene torches, and volt meters, etc) PIV equipment license (forklifts, man lifts, etc).

Key Attributes

• Have the ability to work on a high performing team, contributing to an environment where open and honest communication is the norm.
• Ability to build effective workplace relationships, motivating co-workers, and supporting co-worker development.
• Must be able to deal with conflict productively, bringing forth issues that need to be discussed and work to forge a mutually beneficial outcome.
• Must have the desire to be empowered & work in a collaborative environment.

Key Accountabilities

• Operating, maintaining, inspecting, testing and repairing engineering facility systems.
• Systems include electrical, (HVAC), heating, ventilating, air conditioning, plumbing, water, air, fire facility monitoring and Building Automation System.
• Understand Cleanroom HEPA filtration systems, cleanroom requirements and protocol
• Understanding of complete HVAC system monitoring best practices of optimum manufacturing run conditions
• Utilizes technical publications, diagrams, etc., to accomplish maintenance, repair and the ordering of material and equipment.
• Accomplishes required services for (HVAC) systems that utilize Freon (CFC-HCFC)
• Operate PIV equipment (forklifts, man lifts, etc.)
• Repair and/or replace electrical components
• Maintain screw type chillers and water cooled air handlers
• Maintains operations and maintenance records
• Work collaboratively with others; lead and participate on cross-functional teams
• Follow all Celgard safety guidelines and procedures; plan safety into projects and tasks
• Must keep all Celgard information CONFIDENTIAL.

Values

Sincerity – Being sincere with everyone

Challenge – Bolding taking challenges, continually seeking change

Creativity – Creating new value through unity and synergy

Working Environment

This position is in a manufacturing plant setting that would require working in a production environment around chemicals. Work will require standing and walking for up to 80% of the time. Lighting and temperature are adequate. You may be required to lift up to 35 pounds and/or force necessary to push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Celgard manufacturing sites are IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certified.

Perks & Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits, effective 1st day of the month
• Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account
• Vacation + 8 Paid Holidays + 24 Hours of Floating Holidays
• 401K Safe Harbor Contribution + Matching
• Paid Parental Leave after a Year of Employment
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life & Disability Insurances

About Us

For more than 50 years, Celgard has proven itself as a global leader in the development and production of high-performance membrane technology. Celgard specializes in solvent-free, dry-process, microporous membranes used as separators that are a major component of lithium-ion batteries that power a broad range of electric vehicles (EV) and energy storage systems (ESS). Celgard® membrane is also used in specialty applications such as satellites and military installations as well as other barrier-type applications like technical textiles for waterproof and breathable apparel.

Headquartered in the United States, we operate manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and China and have sales and technical service staff located strategically throughout North America, Europe, and Asia.

About Asahi Kasei

The Asahi Kasei Group contributes to life and living for people around the world. Since its foundation in 1922, Asahi Kasei has consistently grown through the proactive transformation of its business portfolio to meet the evolving needs of every age. With more than 46,000 employees around the world, the company contributes to a sustainable society by providing solutions to the world's challenges through its three business sectors of Material, Homes, and Health Care.

In North America, Asahi Kasei currently has over 23 business units and 10,000 employees. Our People Asahi Kasei recognizes that our people are our greatest strength. We operate with an emphasis on developing our employees and promoting from within. Our broad spectrum of companies within the Material, Homes, and Health Care sectors allows employees to collaborate across locations and industries. The possibilities for employees will continue to grow as we accelerate new business activity internally and externally through mergers and acquisitions.

As an equal opportunity employer, Asahi Kasei believes a diverse workforce will provide us with the ability to continuously support the changes in the economy, society, and environment.