HVAC Technician III

Amentum•Minneapolis, MN

7d•$32 - $35

About The Position

This position provides intermediate-level expertise in responding to work orders, troubleshooting, and performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on facility HVAC and mechanical equipment in industrial, large commercial, logistics distribution, and clean-room environments. The technician diagnoses and troubleshoots HVAC systems, performs general equipment maintenance, identifies and corrects safety issues, and independently evaluates equipment for potential failures. The role involves operating, maintaining, diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing HVAC and mechanical equipment; using building automation and computerized maintenance systems; and providing work-order service and feedback to customers while complying with applicable codes, regulations, industry standards, and Good Laboratory Practices. The technician works collaboratively with teammates and clients, documents work accurately, prioritizes assignments, and responds to emergencies. This is a second-shift position. Overtime may be required, and weekend or holiday work may be required. The stated compensation range is $32.00–$35.00 per hour. Benefits listed include health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays; retirement benefits including 401(k) matching; educational reimbursement; parental leave; an employee stock purchase plan; tax-saving options; disability and life insurance; and pet insurance. Benefits may vary by employment type, location, and applicable agreements.

Requirements

High school diploma or demonstrated equivalent.
Three years of experience as an HVAC/R maintenance technician in industrial and/or commercial environments, or a demonstrated equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to work in an aerial lift or scissor lift at heights up to 30 feet or higher.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills, including listening to customer needs, explaining a path forward, and offering useful solutions.
Ability to pass a medical evaluation for respirator use and successfully complete fit testing for several types of respirators.
Must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test if offered the position.
Ability to obtain a security access badge at the client location.
Ability to read and understand documents and information displayed on a computer screen; demonstrated computer fluency, including the Microsoft product line.
Ability to obtain an appropriate driver's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles, as requested.
Ability to obtain and maintain facility credentials or authorization; U.S. citizenship or permanent residency is required for facility credentials or authorization at this work location.
This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.
Regularly lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, steps, and scaffolding, and perform repetitive bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, stretching, reaching, and wrist movements.
Walk extensively throughout the plant during the shift and work at an accelerated pace in emergency conditions.
Ability to distinguish colors used in wire coding.
Wear steel-toe safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hats, and other personal protective equipment as needed.
Ability to cope with job- and workplace-related stressors and interact professionally with clients during stressful periods.
Ability to use office equipment and a computer keyboard to access databases, send and receive messages, and prepare documents.
Ability to attend meetings throughout the site and potentially travel to nearby Amentum, customer, or vendor locations, as well as travel by air to more distant locations.
Ability to communicate by telephone and in one-on-one or group discussions, meetings, and presentations.
Ability to move light- to medium-weight materials into desks, filing cabinets, and other storage locations.
Willingness to work overtime when required and holidays and weekends when required.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree.
EPA Universal Refrigeration License or ability to obtain one.
Experience in a GMP or similar regulated environment, such as hospitals or biomedical or pharmaceutical campuses.
Ability to read and understand repair manuals, specifications, drawings, and schematic diagrams.
Experience with heavy industrial or manufacturing plant steam systems, centrifugal chillers, air-handling units, turbines, boilers, cooling towers, air compressors, air dryers, heat exchangers, exhaust systems, pneumatic controls, and building automation control systems.
Experience collecting and analyzing vibration data and/or using ultrasound testing equipment for predictive maintenance and condition monitoring.
Experience using a CMMS; Maximo experience is a plus.
Experience interpreting instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on a wide variety of industrial or commercial facility HVAC equipment.
Inspect and maintain mechanical systems, monitor metering equipment, and adjust levels as needed to support continuous operation.
Identify and correct safety-related issues and independently evaluate equipment for potential failures.
Operate, maintain, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair ventilation equipment, pumps, fans, chillers, rooftop air-handling units, split systems, compressors, refrigeration systems, and other mechanical equipment.
Use the building automation system to track building conditions and facility-equipment operation.
Recharge refrigerant, check for leaks, and ensure refrigerant cycles function correctly in air-conditioning and refrigeration systems.
Use mechanical and electrical skills to complete assignments.
Perform scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance on HVAC control and operating systems using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
Respond to work orders and provide customers with service and feedback while ensuring compliance with codes, regulations, and industry standards.
Follow safety procedures, including job hazard analysis and lockout/tagout, and wear required personal protective equipment.
Operate measuring, diagnostic, and testing instruments to help provide energy-efficiency solutions.
Comply with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and maintain a strict schedule.
Work in a team environment and interact with teammates and clients in a friendly, respectful, empathetic, and professional manner.
Balance multiple tasks, pay attention to detail, prioritize assignments, take initiative to resolve issues, and adjust priorities as needed.
Use Microsoft Office applications and communicate clearly by telephone.
Work closely with customers during site emergencies and pursue prompt, first-contact complaint resolution where possible.
Accurately document information in electronic and paper cataloging systems for customers or regulatory personnel.
Perform other duties as assigned by management or the lead.