Technician, Industrial HVAC

Role Summary

Technician, Industrial HVAC in Boca Raton, FL. Responsible for the proper operation and maintenance of all facility HVAC systems and equipment, performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs within a cGMP manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain facility HVAC systems, high-capacity chillers, ultra-low refrigeration systems, cooling towers, and liquid pumping systems.
• Respond to emergencies to repair systems and ensure safety and availability of equipment.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair package units, large tonnage systems, split systems, built-up systems, and water source heat pump equipment.
• Maintain, program, troubleshoot, and repair commercial chiller cooling systems and chilled water pumps.
• Maintain, program, troubleshoot, and repair variable frequency drives (VFDs) in various applications.
• Trace and troubleshoot complex electrical systems.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair specialized systems (Daikin, Vilter, Dunham Bush screw compressor systems) and cooling tower motors, fans, and pumps.
• Perform complex troubleshooting and repair of HVAC systems to keep the facility in a cGMP state.
• Provide technical assistance for investigations when equipment or system failures occur.
• Oversee technical repairs performed by outside contractors on HVAC or related equipment.
• Research codes and existing procedures for regulatory conformance.
• Ensure outside vendors and contractors are trained in applicable procedures and monitored for compliance with safety, environmental, and health standards and codes.
• Ensure the plant is clean and free of debris or clutter.

Qualifications

• Competencies: Ability to follow cGMPs and procedures with attention to detail; ability to read blueprints.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; a minimum of two years of technical or vocational training required, or equivalent HVAC experience (two years).
• Experience: 10 years of HVAC work in manufacturing or commercial environment; working knowledge of local and state HVAC codes required.
• Preferred Experience: Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS); experience in regulated cGMP, manufacturing, or pharmaceutical environments; basic knowledge of HVAC installation, operation, safety, instrumentation, controls, and building automation systems.

Skills

• HVAC system installation and maintenance
• Electrical troubleshooting and repair
• Chiller and cooling tower operation
• VFD programming and troubleshooting
• Blueprint reading
• Regulatory compliance awareness (FDA/EPA) in manufacturing

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical/vocational training (2 years) or related HVAC experience

Additional Requirements

• Compliance with FDA regulations and company policies; complete required compliance training; maintain accurate documentation and data privacy practices; participate in compliance reviews and stay updated on regulations.