HVAC Technician

Principal Purpose of Position: To repair and maintain refrigeration equipment, air conditioning units, ventilation units, heating units including gas hot water heaters, and the installation of certain HVAC equipment. 

• Receives general instructions and location of unit to be repaired from supervisor. 
• Checks unit or system and diagnoses trouble. 
• Uses various test equipment in performance of function. 
• Plans repair procedure by analyzing site conditions, blueprints, sketches, and other available information. 
• Orders stocked parts directly from stores via requisition cards or pick list. 
• Consults with and assists supervision concerning special tools and non‑stock materials and parts needed for the repair. 

• Makes necessary electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, pneumatic, and gas train system repairs. 
• After repair, tests unit or system and places it back in operation. 
• Responsible for maintaining all units at maximum efficiency. 
• Installs air conditioning units, handling the entire installation; including wiring, piping ductwork, mechanical work, etc., where feasible. 
• Responsible for proving that new air conditioning and heating systems installed by outside contractors perform according to specifications. 
• Uses aerial platform equipment when required. 
• Records job and time information on work orders, PM sheets, yellow cards, and other forms as required. 
• May be required to assist other maintenance personnel when deemed necessary by department supervision. 
• Provide technical assistance to Engineering in the design, repair, or improvement of equipment. 
• Uses maintenance information system to locate information on parts, equipment, etc. 
• Operates mobile equipment when required. 
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area. 
• Observes safety rules and regulations. 
• Performs other miscellaneous duties as directed by supervision.

• Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.

KNOW-HOW

Know-How includes every kind of relevant knowledge, skill, and experience, however acquired, needed for acceptable performance in a job or role. Know-How has three dimensions: Practical/Technical Knowledge, Planning, Organizing and Managerial Knowledge; and Communicating & Influencing Skills. In the space below, please list the minimum requirements within each of the categories.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Associate (AS) degree in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration or an equivalent number of years of education and relevant maintenance experience.
• Licensed through state of Alabama Board of Heating and Air Conditioning

Relevant Work Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant HVAC experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Must have strong experience with refrigeration equipment, air conditioning units, ventilation units, heating units including gas hot water heaters, and the installation of HVAC equipment. 

Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Carpenter Technology Corporation’s policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.