About The Position

This position will be primarily focused on leading a team of 5 technicians supporting the heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC/R) systems. While cross training / support is an expectation of the role, the primary focus of the role includes maintenance activities associated with air handling equipment, freezers, coolers (walk-in and reach-in), ultra-low (cascade) freezers, filtration, chillers, refrigeration equipment, circulation pumps, and chemical treatment for cooling towers, piping systems, air flows / room to room pressure differentials and other related building systems.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Understanding of Refrigerant Compliance rules.
  • In depth understanding of industrial HVAC systems such as Ultra-Low freezers, large scale chiller/chiller loop systems, LN2 Freezers, and walk in coolers / freezers.

Nice To Haves

  • A current State of Iowa “Service Technician HVAC” license.
  • Previous people leadership experience

Responsibilities

  • Leading a team of 5 technicians supporting HVAC/R systems.
  • Performing maintenance activities associated with air handling equipment, freezers, coolers (walk-in and reach-in), ultra-low (cascade) freezers, filtration, chillers, refrigeration equipment, circulation pumps, and chemical treatment for cooling towers, piping systems, air flows / room to room pressure differentials and other related building systems.
  • Extensive experience with HVAC systems, including lyophilization, ultra-low freezers, walk-in units, air balancing, and electronic controls, with strong troubleshooting and planned maintenance abilities.
  • Proven refrigeration knowledge and the ability to obtain Universal Refrigeration Certification for working with ODS’s within 3 months.
  • Strong understanding of basic AC/DC and 3-phase electrical systems, including measuring current/voltage/resistance, OHM's law calculations, and reading electrical/mechanical schematics.
  • Ability to perform detailed, cGMP-compliant documentation of repair and preventive maintenance activities (problem, cause, remedy) using a CMMS.
  • Demonstrated mechanical troubleshooting skills, collaborative work ethic, and strict adherence to SOPs, OSHA standards, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and hazardous waste handling procedures.

Benefits

  • Generous PTO
  • 8-week parental leave
  • 9 Employee Resource Groups
  • Annual bonus offering
  • Up to 6% 401K matching
  • $2,500 Sign-On Bonus
  • Corporate relocation support
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