HVAC Technician

Hexcel•Decatur, AL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Bring the heat. Control the cool. Power the plant. Hexcel Decatur is searching for a skilled, high‑energy Industrial HVAC Technician who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and takes pride in keeping critical systems running flawlessly. This is not basic commercial HVAC — this is industrial‑scale , high‑stakes equipment that keeps our operations moving 24/7. If you’re the kind of technician who loves solving complex problems, understands how chillers think , and can pipe, plumb, and troubleshoot with confidence — you’ll fit right in.

Requirements

5 years of Industrial HVAC experience — manufacturing, chemical, aerospace, or large‑scale utilities environment preferred
Proven ability working with: Chillers Cooling towers Heat exchangers High-tonnage refrigeration Industrial ventilation systems
Ability to read blueprints, P&IDs, and equipment schematics
Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting instinct — you don’t guess, you diagnose
Experience in lockout/tagout, safety procedures, and working within regulated industrial environments
Eligible candidates must be a: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

Plumbing or Pipefitter license strongly preferred (we love multi‑skilled technicians)
Forklift experience a plus

Responsibilities

Maintain, repair, and optimize industrial HVAC systems, including chillers, cooling towers, air handlers, RTUs, and plant-wide ventilation systems
Install, inspect, and service industrial piping systems — steam, process water, chilled water, compressed air, and chemical-resistant lines
Safely execute repairs, upgrades, and fixture replacements across the facility
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to keep equipment at peak reliability
Diagnose root causes on mechanical, electrical, and control components
Collaborate with Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations to support continuous improvement and maximum equipment uptime
Respond to plant needs with urgency, accuracy, and a solutions-first mindset
Support chillers and auxiliary systems during startups, shutdowns, and seasonal transitions
Work hands-on with boilers, pumps, valves, blowers, and industrial ventilation systems
Maintain impeccable documentation — you know your work matters to reliability, safety, and audits