HVAC Technician

East Providence, RI 02914, USA

Aspen is a technology leader in sustainability and electrification solutions. The Company's aerogel technology enables its customers and partners to achieve their own objectives around the global megatrends of resource efficiency, e‑mobility, and clean energy. Aspen's Pyro Thin® products enable solutions to thermal runaway challenges within the electric vehicle ("EV") market. The Company's Cryogel® and Pyrogel® products are valued by the world's largest energy infrastructure companies.

Aspen's strategy is to partner with world‑class industry leaders to leverage its Aerogel Technology Platform® into additional high‑value markets. Aspen is headquartered in Northborough, Mass.

The Plant Support Technician IV (HVAC) is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant utilities, building systems, and HVAC equipment within a manufacturing facility. This role combines industrial maintenance, commercial/industrial HVAC expertise, and general facilities support. The technician will support critical utilities, maintain building infrastructure, perform preventative maintenance, and respond to operational needs in collaboration with production and engineering teams.

Tasks include installing, maintaining, and repairing heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems, testing for leaks, and ensuring air quality systems are in good working condition.

• Operate, monitor, and maintain critical plant utilities through PLC/DCS control systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC systems including RTUs, air handlers, exhaust systems, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, and split systems.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and control system issues using schematics, meters, and diagnostic tools.
• Repair or replace motors, belts, bearings, compressors, valves, sensors, filters, and control components.
• Monitor HVAC performance and recommend energy efficiency and reliability improvements.
• Maintain refrigerant handling in compliance with EPA regulations.
• Perform mechanical repairs including pumps, valves, equipment alignment, and minor fabrication.
• Perform minor plumbing and electrical repairs throughout the facility.
• Maintain and service chemical dosing systems including feed change‑outs and pH calibration.
• Issue contractor work permits and coordinate external service providers for planned/unplanned maintenance.
• Support general building maintenance including painting, remodeling, light carpentry, roofing, and wall repairs.
• Maintain exterior property including snow removal, grass cutting, and exterior cleaning.
• Change HVAC filters (interior and exterior).
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, inspection reports, and compliance documentation.
• Respond to work orders and emergency calls in a timely manner.
• Support cross‑functional teams to meet plant operational objectives.
• Adopt and follow Aspen’s core values—We do the right thing, We are problem solvers, We are allies, and We drive forward.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

• Required Certifications/Licenses:
  One or more of the following—Electrical License, Plumbing License, HVAC Certification, Welding Certification.
• High School diploma or equivalent required and a minimum of 8 years in a heavy industrial maintenance role—preferably within a chemical or manufacturing environment—may be considered in lieu of the required certifications/licenses.
• Proficient understanding of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Strong Lock‑Out Tag‑Out (LOTO) knowledge and implementation.
• Proficient in interpreting and applying information from piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Mechanical, Electrical, HVAC, or Plumbing trade training preferred.
• EPA Refrigerant Certification is a plus.
• Experience with chillers, boilers, and commercial HVAC systems preferred.
• Experience working with PLC, DCS, or HMI control systems preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

• Frequently required to stand, walk, walk,…