HVAC Utilities Maintenance Technician

Job Overview

Amentum is seeking an HVAC Utilities Maintenance Technician V for our client site in Groton, CT. The role focuses on maintaining industrial chillers and support systems in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

• Respond proactively to work orders and troubleshoot industrial mechanical systems, including chillers, boilers, steam turbines, pumps, valves, and pneumatic systems.
• Perform predictive and preventive maintenance inspections, lubrication, cleaning, filter changes, and other scheduled actions as per the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Diagnose and repair utility plant support systems, water, compressed air, and steam lines.
• Provide service and feedback to customers on all work orders while ensuring compliance with codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Recommend improvements to maintenance methods and equipment performance.
• Analyze and resolve work problems, assist coworkers in problem solving, and enforce safety regulations.
• Follow proper safety guidelines, including job hazard analysis and lockout/tag‑out procedures, while wearing required PPE.
• Act within a team environment, demonstrating respect, empathy, and professionalism to teammates and clients.
• Manage multiple tasks and balance workload while focusing on detail and prioritization.
• Shift priorities as needed, resolve issues independently, and remain flexible as requested by management.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• CT S1/S2 Heating, Piping and Cooling License.
• Active EPA Universal certification.
• Five years of experience as a maintenance technician in Power/Utility/Chiller Plants.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot basic mechanical equipment, pumps, fans, chillers, steam turbines, gas turbines, compressors, refrigeration, and more in a highly regulated environment.
• Strong mechanical skills and written & verbal communication.
• Identify and correct safety‐related issues; perform independent equipment evaluations to pre‑empt failures.
• Pass background checks and obtain site‑specific security access.
• Pass a medical evaluation for respirator use and complete required fit tests for all respirators.
• Work overtime, including holidays and weekends as assigned.
• Hold a valid driver’s license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles, as required.
• Must be a United States citizen or permanent resident; no sponsorship provided.

• Experience diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing pumps, motors, gearboxes, bearings, supply & exhaust fans, power transmission components, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Experience performing pipe fitting, welding, fabrication, and millwright related work.
• Experience with steam turbines, gas turbines, boilers, and building automation systems in an industrial or research facility.

$38.00–$42.00 per hour. The rate is a good‑faith estimate and may vary based on job responsibilities, experience, skills, and other factors.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with matching
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax‑saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance (may vary)

Amentum is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, ancestry, military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability. The essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

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