HVAC Technician - Austin Industrial (Florence, SC)

Austin Bridge & Road•Florence, SC

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Austin Industrial is hiring a full-time, day-shift HVAC Technician in Florence, South Carolina, to provide reliable HVAC services as part of the site Utilities Team. The technician is expected to demonstrate strong performance and accountability while working in a team environment. The role monitors HVAC systems using the Honeywell Operating system and follows cGMP procedures, standard operating procedures, and regulatory requirements. It maintains, repairs, and troubleshoots air conditioning, heating, ventilation, refrigeration equipment, related systems, and control instrumentation. The technician investigates temperature and humidity deviations, provides technical feedback to automation and maintenance teams and supervisors, performs minor mechanical maintenance, pipe fitting and brazing, and coordinates with vendors, including those supporting chiller systems. The position also involves maintaining accurate maintenance records, applying company quality systems, following plant safety procedures, maintaining housekeeping standards, and using Microsoft Word and Excel. Work takes place in industrial and construction environments and may involve outdoor conditions, temperature extremes, noise, dust, fumes, chemicals, heights, confined spaces, and other site hazards. The employee must follow safety requirements and use required PPE, including respiratory protection when necessary.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic knowledge and understanding of HVAC equipment.
Good problem-solving skills and a logical approach to solving problems.
Ability to apply basic mathematical principles.
Strong attention to detail and ability to complete work promptly, accurately, and safely the first time.
Ability to work closely and effectively in a team environment.
Ability to apply knowledge of Good Manufacturing processes and pharmaceutical processes, equipment, instrumentation, and procedures.
Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or on-call as needed.
Ability to meet the physical and environmental requirements of the role, including occasional lifting up to 45 pounds; the general physical requirements also describe lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work at heights, on ladders and powered lift platforms, and in confined or elevated areas; ability to work in hot, cold, dusty, noisy, or chemical-process environments and outdoors in all environmental conditions.
Medical qualification to wear respiratory protection in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
Ability to read and follow safety procedures, work instructions, and company policies, exercise sound judgment, solve problems, maintain attention to detail, manage stress, and adapt to changing priorities.
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

One year of industrial HVAC experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitor HVAC systems through the Honeywell Operating system while following cGMP procedures.
Comply with standard operating procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.
Maintain and repair air conditioning, heating, ventilation, refrigeration equipment, and related systems.
Troubleshoot, replace, and adjust HVAC control instrumentation in accordance with GMP guidelines.
Provide technical feedback to automation and maintenance teams and the supervisor regarding possible HVAC solutions.
Investigate and correct out-of-range temperatures and humidity in offices, process areas, and computer rooms.
Obtain licenses for and demonstrate the ability to operate materials-handling equipment.
Administer, document, and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies using company quality systems and tools.
Perform minor mechanical and equipment maintenance.
Perform pipe fitting and brazing as required.
Assist HVAC vendors by providing appropriate permits and serve as a liaison with chiller-system vendors.
Use Microsoft Word and Excel to create, modify, save, and print documents.
Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and work records.
Follow plant safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout, confined-space entry, and hot-work requirements.
Maintain housekeeping standards in assigned work areas.
Follow safety policies and procedures, wear required PPE, and participate in safety meetings and hazard assessments.
Perform other duties as required.