HVAC Maintenance Technician

Job Description

For over 130 years, we have pioneered groundbreaking science. Today, we are driven by continuous innovation to develop breakthrough medicines, vaccines and technology. Rooted in direct experience on the farm and in the clinic, we work hand in hand with our customers every step of the way.

Our animal vaccine facility in Millsboro, Delaware is experiencing dynamic growth to support the global poultry production supply chain. The site has been selected by our Company’s Animal Health Division to be the Center of Excellence for Poultry and Freeze‑Dried Vaccines and therefore, we are looking for high‑energy, novel‑thinking individuals to support the site’s long‑term journey. We have a current opening for an HVAC Maintenance Technician and this position will be a critical element for building a high‑performance, proactive organization.

A signing bonus will be part of the total compensation package to attract the highest caliber of talent possible.

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair process control and environmental control HVAC systems
• Operational performance & regulatory compliance owner for all site HVAC equipment (Ultra‑Cold Freezers, Process Chillers)
• Provide timely feedback and coordination to site customers regarding HVAC system status
• Ensure appropriate spare parts inventories are established and maintained
• Support investigations resulting from abnormal equipment performance
• Actively support safety initiatives including shop floor audits, lock‑out/tag‑out, line break, and confined‑space permitting
• Provide training to others as required
• Work as part of an inclusive, high‑performance team to achieve site mission, vision, and goals through efficient and safe operation of equipment and compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices

• High School Diploma (required)
• A.S. degree in a technical discipline (preferred)

• 2+ years experience working with refrigeration equipment
• 5+ years experience with heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems
• Experience with general plumbing and pipe fitting work
• Experience with electrical controls for HVACR systems
• Ability to read and interpret blue‑prints/schematics in electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, or mechanical systems
• Valid driver’s license
• Universal refrigerant license required
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements associated with this job, including but not limited to lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs, working from ladders and elevated platforms
• Participate in the on‑call rotation
• Experience working within OSHA General Industry standards including hot work and lockout/tag‑out

• Biotech or pharmaceutical GMP manufacturing industry experience
• Experience with ‑70°C Ultra‑Cold Freezers, Freeze‑Driers, and Liquid Nitrogen equipment
• Experience with gas furnaces and gas heaters
• Experience in biopharmaceutical processing equipment including freeze‑driers, ultra‑cold freezers, and incubators
• Working knowledge of an automated building management system (Siemens and JCI)
• Experience supporting a fast‑paced manufacturing environment is an advantage
• Demonstrated strong team skills, flexibility, motivation, and troubleshooting/problem‑solving ability, with a strong emphasis on safety and compliance practices
• Proficient with CMMS utilization
• Experience with chilled water systems
• Journeyman Card or Master HVACR License
• Experience with walk‑in coolers or walk‑in freezers

Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please  if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office‑based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on‑site per week, Monday‑Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote‑working day, unless business‑critical tasks require an on‑site presence.

Job Posting End Date: 02/20/2026