HVAC/R Technician II

HVAC/Refrigeration Technician II

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You'll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor's degree.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Abbott Park, IL in our GES Global Engineering Services division.

The HVAC/Refrigeration Technician II provides 24/7 skilled-trade maintenance support across Abbott Park and associated owned or leased Lake County facilities, including manufacturing, R&D laboratories, warehouses, and offices. The technician performs advanced troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance on a wide range of HVAC and refrigeration equipment, including ice machines, refrigerators/freezers, low-temperature systems, environmental chambers, incubators, freeze dryers, air dryers, dehumidifiers, stability chambers, and building HVAC systems. This role requires sound judgment, strong customer service, and a commitment to safety and quality in all service activities.

What You'll Work On

• Perform HVAC and refrigeration diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance across diverse facility environments.
• Service and maintain equipment including chillers, freezers, refrigerators, low‑temperature systems, freeze dryers, incubators, environmental chambers, VAV boxes, dehumidifiers, and air dryers.
• Conduct refrigerant recovery and reclamation in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Inspect, adjust, and repair air‑handling systems, including bearings, belts, seals, valves, actuators, and related components.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical components such as motors, fans, compressors, pumps, and basic control devices.
• Perform brazing, soldering, and installation tasks on HVAC/R equipment per Abbott Engineering Standards.
• Utilize Building Automation Systems and environmental control systems to diagnose and resolve operational issues.
• Execute preventive maintenance tasks, including calibration and adjustment of temperature and pneumatic controls.
• Work as a multi‑skilled tradesperson, assisting with electrical, mechanical, pipefitting, and general building maintenance assignments as needed.
• Perform mechanical overhauls and prepare equipment for optimal performance and regulatory inspection.

Complexity of Work

Demonstrates proficiency in identifying and operating HVAC/R systems and equipment across multiple facility environments. Utilizes department tools, computer‑based systems, work order platforms, logs, and data collection applications effectively. Takes on progressively complex assignments, developing deeper expertise in specialty systems. Works in conditions that may include noise, chemicals, biohazards, odors, temperature extremes, confined spaces, heights, and outdoor exposure. Must consistently adhere to all safe‑work practices and environmental and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5+ years of formal training and experience in commercial or industrial HVAC/R system maintenance.
• Demonstrated proficiency in all aspects of HVAC/R maintenance, with the ability to work effectively in collaborative environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• EPA certification for refrigerant recovery, handling, and disposal preferred

The base pay for this position is $25.00 – $50.00 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.