HVAC Technician II

Corrective and preventative maintenance of HVAC, refrigeration and mechanical equipment. Installation and operation of HVAC/Refrigeration equipment. The Technician 2, HVAC/Refrigeration is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems/equipment. This role ensures these systems meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical manufacturing and storage environments. Additionally, this role is responsible for conducting regular inspections and preventative maintenance on HVAC/R systems to ensure they are operating within the required specifications.

• Performs routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance of the site’s heating, ventilation, air condition and refrigeration systems and equipment with limited supervision
• Reports complex HVAC issues to senior technicians, management, or plant engineering
• Oversees the installation of equipment, as required
• Leads small projects related to HVAC systems and cold rooms
• Provides recommendations to management to develop HVAC maintenance schedules
• Mentors or provides training to HVAC technicians
• Provides input to develop maintenance and repair plans for HVAC systems and equipment, including cold-rooms
• Follows all safety protocols and guidelines
• Routinely tests and certifies HEPA filters to prescribed schedule
• Assists with maintaining contracts with external vendors, as needed
• Conducts work adhering to system air balancing activities under the guidance of senior technicians or management
• Assists site functions to qualify and maintain production ventilation and equipment
• Interacts with vendors or other departments, contractors, and disciplines to schedule repairs, maintenance, etc.
• Completes specialized training programs for HVAC systems
• Works with Building Management Systems (BMS) monitoring program to trend and review specific data relating to HVAC systems
• Collaborates cross-functionally with Utilities, Plant Engineering, and other support groups
• Assists with revising and developing standard operating procedures (SOPs), as needed
• Supports site operations and emergency work orders during off‑hours, as needed
• Performs other duties, as assigned

• Be proficient in basic maintenance crafts such as pipe fitting, soldiering, refrigerant recovery
• Operate utility equipment such as chillers, air handling units, freezers, cold rooms, incubators and stability chambers
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and building automation systems
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Knowledge of regulations and codes for HVAC work
• Ability to interpret blueprints and schematics
• Effective communication, both written and oral
• Ability to lift and move heavy equipment
• Knowledge of system air balancing activities required for clean room environments and pressure cascade

• High School Diploma/GED
• 2–4 years of experience in HVAC maintenance and repairs
• Completion of an apprenticeship program or vocational training in HVAC
• Universal Refrigerant Recovery Certification (EPA 608 Certification)

• Associate degree in mechanical, electrical, applied engineering or another relevant field
• Prior experience with industrial HVAC systems
• Prior experience working in a GMP manufacturing environment
• Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) or equivalent work order management experience
• Experience with troubleshooting and repairing refrigerant systems, and testing and certifying HEPA filters
• HVAC/Refrigeration Certification

• Will work in environment which may necessitate respiratory protection.
• May work in mechanical/production spaces that may require hearing protection and enrollment in a hearing conservation program.
• Will work in environment operating a motor vehicle or powered industrial truck.
• Ability to discern audible cues.
• Ability to inspect or perform a task with 20/20 corrected vision, visual acuity, including distinguishing color.
• Ability to ascend or descend ladders, scaffolding, ramps, etc.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time: 12 hours.
• Ability to sit for prolonged…