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Job Title: Facilities Technician – HVAC Technician, 2nd Shift Industrial Systems Job Description This role focuses on operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial HVAC and environmental control systems that support large-scale manufacturing and hangar operations. Working on the second shift in an industrial setting, you will perform preventative and corrective maintenance on DX systems and rooftop units, ensuring reliable temperature, humidity, and airflow control in mission-critical environments.
The position is intended to convert to a full-time permanent role, offering a stable long-term opportunity for an experienced HVAC professional. Responsibilities Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot industrial and commercial HVAC systems that support large-scale manufacturing and hangar operations. Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on HVAC mechanical and control systems, including DX systems and rooftop units, to keep equipment operating within required performance standards.
Work primarily on large-scale air handling units (AHUs), make-up air units, exhaust systems, and environmental control systems, while not being responsible for chillers or boilers in most cases. Clean, inspect, calibrate, and replace HVAC components to maintain systems at optimum performance levels. Monitor HVAC system performance, record operational readings, and make necessary adjustments to ensure proper operation and environmental conditions.
Troubleshoot HVAC controls, sensors, actuators, and automation interfaces to identify and resolve system malfunctions efficiently. Coordinate and oversee contracted HVAC maintenance and specialty service providers to ensure quality and timely completion of work. Maintain responsibility for preventative maintenance programs, including scheduling, documentation, and continuous improvement of maintenance practices.
Manage inventory control for HVAC-related parts, tools, and materials, and maintain accurate technical documentation for all systems. Comply with departmental policies for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials and maintain a clean, safe, and organized workplace. Perform periodic checks, calibration, and maintenance of tools and instrumentation used for HVAC diagnostics and repairs.
Work on a second-shift schedule from Monday to Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., with a 30-minute lunch break, and participate in weekend and overtime work as needed, including volunteer shifts on Saturdays and Sundays when requested in advance. Perform physical tasks such as bending, sitting, kneeling, squatting, standing, reaching, and working at heights to access HVAC equipment in various locations.
Adapt to working in environments that may be exposed to heat, cold, noise, and both day and night-time conditions as required by facility operations. Essential Skills 6–8 years of experience maintaining and repairing industrial or commercial HVAC systems. Strong ability to analyze HVAC system operation, diagnose malfunctions, and implement effective corrective actions. Hands-on experience performing preventative maintenance and troubleshooting repairs on HVAC systems, including DX systems and rooftop units.
Working knowledge of industrial HVAC systems and controls. Working knowledge of chilled water, hot water, and DX systems. Understanding of air distribution and pressurization systems in industrial or commercial facilities. Proven ability to read and interpret HVAC drawings, P&IDs, control schematics, and technical manuals. Experience supporting continuous-operation or mission-critical facilities where environmental control is essential to production and asset protection.
EPA 608 Type II Certification. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel for documentation, reporting, and basic data analysis. High school diploma or GED equivalent. Ability to perform physical tasks such as bending, sitting, kneeling, squatting, standing, reaching, and working at heights to access equipme