Facilities Maintenance Mechanic (HVAC)
About The Position
The Facilities Maintenance HVAC Mechanic installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, refrigeration, and related mechanical systems throughout the Fareva Richmond facility. The role helps ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently and complies with current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), company SOPs, and Environmental Health & Safety standards. It supports facility reliability through preventive maintenance, response to equipment failures, and collaboration with other maintenance trades and departments. The mechanic works closely with maintenance mechanics and leadership, facility maintenance groups, production and departmental supervisors, and external vendors. The role may include coordinating and overseeing external contractors and service vendors on assigned projects. The mechanic may also support senior HVAC mechanics or maintenance leadership and drive company vehicles to pick up or deliver parts and equipment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Virginia State Journeyman HVAC License.
- EPA Refrigeration Certification.
- Basic computer skills and familiarity with Building Automation Systems (BAS).
- Ability to safely operate powered industrial equipment such as forklifts.
- Ability to climb ladders and work at heights.
- Ability to work outdoors and on rooftops in varying weather conditions.
- Flexibility to work different shifts, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotations.
Responsibilities
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on HVAC and mechanical systems, including chillers, boilers, cooling towers, air compressors, ventilation systems, and building automation equipment.
- Conduct routine operational checks between scheduled maintenance intervals.
- Review equipment manuals and technical documentation to support maintenance activities.
- Coordinate equipment shutdowns with production and facility teams.
- Diagnose and repair HVAC and refrigeration systems.
- Recover, evacuate, recharge, and handle refrigerants in accordance with safety and regulatory requirements.
- Repair leaks and replace defective components.
- Interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical specifications.
- Communicate equipment status, risks, and repair needs to supervisors and team members.
- Identify and resolve issues with HVAC systems, including chillers, boilers, ventilation units, compressed air systems, and building automation controls.
- Diagnose and repair faulty breakers, switches, thermostats, fuses, and related control components.
- Collaborate with other maintenance trades to restore equipment and support facility operations.
- Support senior HVAC mechanics or maintenance leadership with assigned tasks.
- Drive company vehicles as needed to pick up or deliver parts and equipment.
- Coordinate and oversee external contractors and service vendors on assigned projects.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
