Industrial HVAC Technician IV

Job Summary: Amentum is seeking an Industrial HVAC Technician to join our industrial operations & maintenance team at a major pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in the Durham, NC. Typical work schedule is 2nd shift Monday-Friday, 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm; various hours may be required based on business demand.
This position is responsible for providing an advanced level of expertise in responding to work orders, troubleshooting, and providing preventive and corrective maintenance on the facility mechanical, electrical and HVAC equipment and systems in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
Must have the ability to diagnose and troubleshoot ventilation equipment, pumps, fans, chillers, rooftop AHU’s, split systems, compressors, refrigeration, etc. in a highly regulated environment. Strong mechanical skills are required, as well as the ability to work safely with 3-phase power up to and including 480V.
Must demonstrate good written and verbal communication and a solid understanding of large building HVAC systems and their mechanical/electrical controls. Knowledge of building automation system software supporting HVAC, water, steam, and power distribution (such as Honeywell and Siemens) is preferred The HVAC Maintenance Technician must have the ability to identify and correct any safety-related issues and perform independent equipment evaluations to identify potential equipment failures.
Essential Functions:

• Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and repairs industrial facility mechanical systems; facility HVAC equipment and systems; pneumatic and/or hydraulic systems;
• Conducts preventive maintenance inspections and performs required preventive maintenance actions such as lubrication, cleaning, filter changes, etc.
• Troubleshoots and repairs blowers and fans.
• Troubleshoots and repairs heat exchange equipment.
• Performs basic pipefitting repairs.
• Troubleshoots and repairs basic electrical issues.
• Assists in the movement of machines/fixtures, materials, and equipment as required.
• Performs preventive maintenance on mechanical systems control and operating systems as scheduled in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Responds and provides service and feedback to the customer on all work orders while assuring compliance to codes, regulations and industry standards.
• Recommends measures to improve maintenance methods and equipment performance.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists workers in solving work problems
• Safely performs functions of the position including following proper safety guidelines such as job hazard analysis and lockout/tagout procedures and wearing PPE as required.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or demonstrated equivalent.
• Five years of experience as an HVAC maintenance technician in a pharmaceutical, medical, laboratory or related industrial grade environment, or demonstrated equivalent combination of education and experience.
• EPA Universal certification.
• Qualified applicants offered a position must be able to obtain site specific security access including all applicable background checks.
• Qualified applicants must pass a medical evaluation for respirator use and be able to successfully complete a fit test for each type of respirator needed for the position or for an approved alternate respirator that provides equal or better protection from identified hazards.
• Must be able able to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in HVAC, industrial mechanical, industrial electrical, or a related skilled trade.
• Experience diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing pumps, motors, gearboxes, bearings, supply and exhaust fans, power transmission components, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, etc.
• Experience performing pipefitting, welding, fabrication, and millwright related work.
• Experience programming, troubleshooting and/or repairing HVAC with building automation systems (especially Honeywell/Siemens) in an industrial or research facility environment.
• Certified in B.A.S. or Energy Management systems.
• Experience in software programming, particularly in graphics and sequence of operations.

Other Attributes:Must be willing to work overtime when required. May be required to work holidays and weekends.