HVAC Technician

HVAC Technician

Aspen is a technology leader in sustainability and electrification solutions. The Company's aerogel technology enables its customers and partners to achieve their own objectives around the global megatrends of resource efficiency, e-mobility, and clean energy. Aspen's PyroThin products enable solutions to thermal runaway challenges within the electric vehicle ("EV") market. The Company's Cryogel and Pyrogel products are valued by the world's largest energy infrastructure companies. Aspen's strategy is to partner with world-class industry leaders to leverage its Aerogel Technology Platform into additional high-value markets. Aspen is headquartered in Northborough, Mass.

At Aspen, our values reflect who we are and how we work both with each other and our customers, suppliers, and communities. They shape our interactions, guide our decisions, and inspire us to bring our best. Whether collaborating internally or externally, our values drive us to make a meaningful impact within Aspen and in all our relationships.

We Do the Right Thing

We are Problem Solvers

We are Allies

We Drive Forward

The Plant Support Technician IV (HVAC) is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant utilities, building systems, and HVAC equipment within a manufacturing facility. This role combines industrial maintenance, commercial/industrial HVAC expertise, and general facilities support. The technician will support critical utilities, maintain building infrastructure, perform preventative maintenance, and respond to operational needs in collaboration with production and engineering teams. Installs, maintains, and repairs heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems including ventilation, furnaces and stoves. Testing for leaks using various testing tools. Ensure air quality systems are in good working condition.

Operate, monitor, and maintain critical plant utilities through PLC/DCS control systems.

Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC systems including RTUs, air handlers, exhaust systems, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, and split systems.

Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and control system issues using schematics, meters, and diagnostic tools.

Repair or replace motors, belts, bearings, compressors, valves, sensors, filters, and control components.

Monitor HVAC performance and recommend energy efficiency and reliability improvements.

Maintain refrigerant handling in compliance with EPA regulations.

Perform mechanical repairs including pumps, valves, equipment alignment, and minor fabrication.

Perform minor plumbing and electrical repairs throughout the facility.

Maintain and service chemical dosing systems including feed change-outs and pH calibration.

Issue contractor work permits and coordinate external service providers for planned/unplanned maintenance.

Support general building maintenance including painting, remodeling, light carpentry, roofing, and wall repairs.

Maintain exterior property including snow removal, grass cutting, and exterior cleaning.

Change HVAC filters (interior and exterior).

Maintain accurate maintenance logs, inspection reports, and compliance documentation.

Respond to work orders and emergency calls in a timely manner.

Support cross-functional teams to meet plant operational objectives.

Adopt and follow Aspen's core values -We do the right thing, We are problem solvers, We are allies and We drive forward.

Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Required Certifications/Licenses: One or more of the followingElectrical License, Plumbing License, HVAC Certification, Welding Certification.

Equivalent Experience: High School diploma or equivalent required and a minimum of 8 years in a heavy industrial maintenance rolepreferably within a chemical or manufacturing environmentmay be considered in lieu of the required certifications/licenses

Systems Knowledge: Proficient understanding of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.

Technical Expertise: Strong Lock-Out Tag-Out (LOTO) knowledge and implementation

Proficient in interpreting and applying information from piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)

Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.

Mechanical, Electrical, HVAC, or Plumbing trade training preferred.

EPA Refrigerant Certification is a plus.

Experience with chillers, boilers, and commercial HVAC systems preferred.

Experience working with PLC, DCS, or HMI control systems preferred.

Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively

Frequently required to stand

Frequently required to walk

Occasionally required to sit

Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity

Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl

Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions (non-weather)

Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts

Occasionally works around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals

Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions, moderate noise levels

Occasionally exposed to extreme heat or cold (non-weather)

While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually loud

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Aspen is committed to offering a comprehensive benefits package, a positive and productive work environment, encouraged work/life and family balance, and opportunities for growth and development, in a culture that is focused on inclusion, sustainability, and working together to solve the world's toughest challenges.

Aspen is proud to offer a competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Holidays, Sick Time, and PTO. In addition, we also offer 401k Employer Match, Life and Disability Insurance, and other benefits.

Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to View email address on click.appcast.io or call and leave a voice message at View phone number on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information and we will return your message.

Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. The East Providence, RI facility of Aspen Aerogels is subject to Title 28, Chapter 29-6.2 of Rhode Island General Laws, which governs Worker's Compensation.