HVAC Mechanical Technician Austin Industrial (Taylor, TX)
Job Location:
Taylor, AZ - USA
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Job Summary
About Austin Industrial
Austin Industrial delivers premier maintenance construction and soft craft services to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 years we offer single-source solutions to our customers in the oil gas chemical food agriculture power and manufacturing industries. Our team of 4000 employee-owners equipped with innovative technology and optimized procedures helps owners optimize safety productivity profit margins and cost-efficiency.
HVAC Mechanical Tech
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations maybe madeto enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. However essential functions are as follows:
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs on HVAC equipment including but not limited to:
- Cooling tower repairs and annual maintenance
- Compressor and blower maintenance
- Fan and motor repairs
- Belt and pulley replacements
- Troubleshooting and repair of electrical and control systems
- Conduct equipment inspections to identify potential issues and recommend repairs or replacements as needed
- Troubleshoot complex problems with HVAC systems and equipment using specialized tools and equipment to diagnose and resolve issues
- Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules to minimize equipment downtime and optimize system performance
- Collaborate with other maintenance personnel to coordinate repairs and maintenance activities ensuring minimal impact on plant operations
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities including work orders equipment inspections and repair reports
- Stay up-to-date with industry developments and new technologies applying this knowledge to improve maintenance practices and optimize system performance
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulations maintaining a safe working environment for yourself and others
- Collaborate with other maintenance personnel to ensure efficient and effective maintenance operations
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of maintenance activities including work orders PM schedules and parts inventory
- Develop and implement predictive maintenance strategies to minimize downtime and optimize equipment performance
- Provide training and guidance to junior technicians as needed
- Ensures compliance with regulatory standards and safety protocols during all operations
- Use root cause analysis tools to identify permanent solutions for recurrence failures causing equipment downtime.
- Provide technical support during commissioning and start up for new HVAC equipment installation configuration and testing.
- Understands interactions with other departments in activities such as maintenance scheduling
- Identifies areas of business process improvement opportunities and provides input with solutions
- Interprets issues/questions regarding schematics diagrams written/verbal instructions layouts or defined plans
- Interact actively with stakeholders and departments on work planning and coordination
- Mentors/trains lower level technicians.
- Develop and maintain SOPs using technical expertise and in conformance with standards.
- Decides which type of maintenance is needed selects parts for replacement
- May participate on cross-functional teams
- May conduct and/or oversee routine inspections and investigations
- Interprets complex data from equipment processes etc.
- Applies knowledge of relevant best practices state and local code in area of expertise
- Regular attendance and timeliness is required per departmental guidelines
- Adhere and enforce safety rules follow safe procedures and guidelines.
- Support plant operation during off-hours as needed
Competencies/Experience Needed
- 2-3 years of experience as an HVAC technician with a focus on industrial systems and equipment
- Strong knowledge of HVAC principles including thermodynamics psychometrics and heat transfer
- Experience with cooling tower maintenance and repair including water treatment and chemical handling
- Familiarity with compressor and blower systems including installation maintenance and repair
- Electrical and control systems experience including troubleshooting and repair
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex systems and develop effective solutions
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills with the ability to work effectively with other maintenance personnel and plant operators
- Certifications in HVAC electrical or a related field (e.g. EPA certification electrical license) are a plus
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a focus on safety quality and efficiency
- Familiarity with predictive maintenance technologies such as vibration analysis and thermal imaging
- Ability to work at heights in confined spaces and with heavy equipment
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- The role involves extensive use of computers for data entry documentation analysis and internal communication.
Candidates must be comfortable and proficient in the full suite of Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook Teams OneNote etc.) and able to learn new office applications quickly.
- Familiarity with enterprise CMMS (ComputerâAided Maintenance Management System) software and Confluence is required for daily task management issue tracking and collaboration.
- Applicants must be legally able to work for ANY employer in the United States. Austin Industrial is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visa for this position.
Work Environment
All workis performedin an industrial environment.
Required Education and Experience
- Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
- Familiarity with industry-specific regulations and standards (e.g. NFPA OSHA)
- Experience with root cause analysis and failure mode effects analysis (FMEA)
- High school diploma or equivalent required with a technical degree or certification in HVAC or a related field preferred
- Semiconductor or high-volume manufacturing experience preferred
Physical Mental & Environmental Requirements
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Employees must be able to sit stand walk climb balance stoop kneel crouch crawl reach and use hands and fingers to perform assigned duties. Positions may require lifting carrying pushing or pulling up to 50 pounds working at elevations on uneven surfaces or in confined spaces. Employees must possess sufficient visual hearing communication and motor skills to safely perform job responsibilities.
Employees must be able to read comprehend and follow safety procedures work instructions and company policies; exercise sound judgment; solve problems; maintain attention to detail; effectively manage stress; and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment.
Work may be performed in industrial and construction environments with exposure to weather conditions temperature extremes noise dust fumes moving equipment vibration and other site-specific hazards. Employees must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and meet all customer site regulatory medical and fitness-for-duty requirements applicable to the position.
Must be able to perform all job duties while maintaining a constant commitment to safety quality and productivity expectations.
Austin Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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No Third-Party Inquiries Please
This Company does not accept and will not consider unsolicited resumes or any other unsolicited candidate information submitted to the Company or any of its employee-owners by staffing agencies search firms or third-party recruiters in response to a posted Company will not pay any placement fee(s) without a written agreement to do so (i.e. payment must be required pursuant to the terms of a written agreement).
Any unsolicited resumes or candidate information submitted to this Company or any of its employee-owners becomes the property of the Company.
Accessibility Note
If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs or have accessibility concerns please contact thePeople Services Teamat.
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About Company
In 1918, Charles R. Moore purchased the contracting part of the company when the Austin brothers wanted to focus primarily on bridge fabrication. The company became known as Austin Bridge Company and Associated Companies until 1974 when the parent company, Austin Industries, was form ... View more
