Maintenance Mechanic

Job Title

Job Description

Responsibilities

Handle comfort complaints and perform preventive maintenance, repair of ice machines, refrigerators & freezer units, low temperature refrigeration systems, environmental chambers, incubators, air dryers, lab heating and cooling equipment, dehumidifiers, and stability chambers.

Troubleshoot mechanical problems and perform all required tasks to return equipment to operation in a timely manner.

Provide skilled trade maintenance support to manufacturing, R&D, and office facilities.

Independently perform and understand maintenance work on a variety of HVAC/R equipment and systems.

Work as a multi-skilled tradesperson, performing mechanical, pipefitting, building maintenance, and other work as required.

Ensure GMP and safe work policies and procedures are followed and maintained.

Participate in work group team meetings and seek methods to improve productivity, reduce costs, and increase customer satisfaction.

Troubleshoot, order parts, and install parts and material on equipment such as motors, fans, electrical devices, air conditioners, air handlers, compressors, pumps, chillers, and boilers.

Perform preventative and demand maintenance work on plant HVAC/R equipment.

Install bearings, seals, belts, gaskets on HVAC/R equipment using various tools and test equipment.

Perform mechanical overhauls and preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment.

Understand HVAC/R control theory and application to air handling systems in commercial/industrial environments.

Perform brazing and/or soldering of heating and cooling coils.

Perform troubleshooting and mechanical repairs and install refrigeration equipment and accessories according to company standards.

Evaluate the use of various resources and make knowledgeable decisions regarding safety and company standards.

Know CMMS functions related to refrigeration maintenance, PM, and related activities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.

Minimum 3 years of formal training and work experience in commercial or industrial HVAC/R system maintenance.

Proficiency in all aspects of maintenance of HVAC/R system equipment.

Preferred Skills

Certification by the Federal EPA for operation of refrigerant reclaiming equipment and proper usage and disposal of refrigerants.