First Shift HVAC & Maintenance Specialist

Positronic•Springfield, MO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The HVAC & Maintenance Specialist is primarily responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of commercial HVAC and building mechanical systems. This role also supports facility infrastructure, production equipment, and building maintenance to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations. HVAC expertise is considered a core function of this position.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
1 to 3 months of relevant experience or training.
Minimum of 3 years of commercial or industrial HVAC maintenance experience strongly preferred.
Experience maintaining rooftop units, split systems, air handlers, ventilation systems, and building mechanical equipment.
EPA 608 License.
Commercial HVAC systems and controls knowledge.
Knowledge of safety standards and building codes (OSHA, NFPA, etc.).
Knowledge of basic electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic principles.
Ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
Skills in commercial HVAC preventive maintenance.
Skills in building mechanical systems troubleshooting.
Skills in electrical troubleshooting related to HVAC equipment.
Communication skills across teams and departments.
Skills in preventive maintenance planning and execution.
Ability to diagnose complex equipment issues independently.
Ability to diagnose HVAC system failures and determine corrective actions independently.
Ability to read HVAC wiring diagrams and mechanical schematics.
Ability to safely use specialized tools and test equipment.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and emergency situations.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, repair, or replace mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components on machinery and production fixtures.
Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain commercial HVAC systems, including air handlers, rooftop units, exhaust systems, split systems, thermostats, dampers, and associated controls.
Assist in the design, improvement, or modification of fixtures, machines, and tools in collaboration with Manufacturing Engineering.
Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment, including filter changes, belt replacement, lubrication, coil cleaning, refrigerant system inspections, and seasonal startup/shutdown procedures.
Start up and shut down equipment according to OSHA and company safety procedures.
Inspect, test, and document emergency systems (e.g., alarms, extinguishers, sprinklers).
Coordinate with contractors and vendors for building maintenance, system upgrades, and safety checks.
Operate a variety of tools (e.g., soldering irons, torque wrenches, crimpers) for installation and repair.
Monitor shop inventory and ensure timely restocking of consumables.
Respond to after-hours maintenance needs and emergencies as required.
Uphold Positronic’s standards of integrity, quality, and operational excellence.
Identify hazards in the workplace and report them to management and/or the safety coordinator.
Collaborate with the EHS department to meet local, state, and federal regulatory requirements, including OSHA, NFPA, DNR, EPA, and Amphenol sustainability practices.
Work with the Quality department to ensure compliance with AS9100 certification standards.
Comply with all company policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.