On-Site Filter Service Technician

Description

AAF International offers the most comprehensive clean air solutions available across the globe. Selling under the American Air Filter® and the AAF International® brand names, AAF International has been an industry pioneer since 1921 and has since grown to operations in over 22 countries with over 3000 employees. Our products are the industry benchmarks for quality and performance, and delivers clean air solutions in residential, commercial and industrial air pollution control, gas containment removal, power generation, and other stringent clean room environments.

We are a member of the Daikin Group, the world's largest air conditioning and clean air solutions provider with over $15 Billion in sales and 98,000 employees worldwide. Founded in 1924, Daikin has grown into a diversified industrial manufacturing company offering solutions in clean, air, air conditioning, refrigeration, chemicals, oil hydraulics, defense systems and electronics. AAF and Daikin are powered by our investment in people, products, and our processes.

Our culture of continuous improvement, safety, and world class operations is powered by our people centered management philosophy. This philosophy is built around mutual selection: that while AAF seeks top talent people to join and deliver on our team, we also want each team member to receive job satisfaction, growth & development, and continued happiness in being a long term member of the AAF family. This is fueled by our belief in treating our people, our supply partners, our customers and our environment with the trust and respect we each require, and our passion to give back to our community for our success.

AAF International is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, uniform servicemember status, age, disability or any other legally recognized protected personal characteristics.

AAF International is seeking a full-time On-Site HVAC Filtration Technician dedicated to supporting a designated customer facility in Taylor, Texas.

This position is responsible for the day-to-day HVAC filter replacement needs of the Customer Site, including comprehensive filter replacement, inspections, inventory management, service planning, and coordination with customer and AAF personnel. This is a hands-on position supporting a large industrial facility. The technician will work throughout the facility, including inside air-handling units (AHUs), mechanical areas, and other HVAC equipment spaces.

This position is more than changing filters. The technician will serve as AAF's primary on-site service representative, taking ownership of the designated customer site daily filtration needs, inventory, planning, and communication.

The successful technician will anticipate what filters, labor, and supplies are needed; coordinate effectively with customer site personnel and the AAF team; identify potential issues before they become problems; and ensure filtration service is completed safely, accurately, efficiently, and on schedule. The technician is expected to build a strong working relationship with the customer while representing AAF professionally and consistently at the Duty Station Site.

Key Responsibilities

• Survey all potential new service accounts along with new equipment at current service accounts 
• Manages key accounts: Communication with customers and the Sales team with any changes or needs
• Route management with service coordinator
• Training and meetings with service techs Remove used HVAC filters and install new filters throughout the facility.
• Enter and work inside air-handling units when equipment has been properly secured and all required safety procedures have been followed.
• Inspect filters, frames, housing, seals, and equipment for proper installation, damage, bypass, or abnormal conditions.
• Maintain accurate on-site filter inventory and monitor usage to prevent shortages.
• Forecast upcoming filter and supply requirements.
• Coordinate filter orders and deliveries with the local AAF branch.
• Obtain a DOT Medical Card to operate a 16-foot box truck. 
• Receive, verify, organize, and stage incoming filter deliveries.
• Develop and maintain filter-change and inspection schedules.
• Coordinate schedules with Branch Manager and Sales Team, equipment access, and service requirements with customer site personnel.
• Plan labor, filters, tools, PPE, and supplies required for upcoming work.
• Coordinate with other AAF technicians when additional labor or resources are needed.
• Maintain regular communication with AAF Sales and Operations regarding customer expectations, concerns, upcoming requirements, and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, filters changed, inventory usage, and completed work.
• Promptly communicate safety concerns, equipment issues, inventory shortages, or potential service problems.
• Follow all AAF and customer site safety policies, site procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Follow required lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures before entering or servicing air-handling equipment.
• Safely enter, exit, and work inside air-handling units and HVAC equipment spaces.

Requirements

• HVAC technical Certification from accredited school 
• 5 years of experience in facilities maintenance; HVAC experience preferred.
• Experience with Surveying.
• Safety Training
• HVAC, air filtration, facilities maintenance, mechanical, construction, or industrial service experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to safely use basic hand tools.
• Must successfully complete all required customer site-access, safety, and security training.
• Ability to obtain and maintain the required Security Clearance 
• Computer and MS Office experience
• OSHA 10 or above required
• Valid  Driver License Required 
• Strong organizational, planning, and inventory-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and proactively manage daily responsibilities.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Basic computer skills for email, scheduling, inventory tracking, and service documentation.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with customers and co workers
• Must be comfortable driving 16-foot box trucks
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Regularly use stairs, elevators, ladders, and approved elevated work platforms.
• Safely  navigate a large industrial and active construction environment
• Work safely around active construction, contractors, equipment, mechanical rooms, and varying environmental conditions
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment that is partially indoors and partially outdoors.
• Maintain awareness of pedestrian traffic and ensure pedestrians are clear of the forklift’s path before proceeding.
• Closed toe shoes and long pants are required. Sleeveless shirts are prohibited in the warehouse, production areas and all service locations.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Comfortable working at elevated heights 
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout an entire shift.
• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, reach, climb, push, pull, and work in restricted      positions.
• Ability to lift, carry, position, remove, and install HVAC filters and related      materials.
• Ability to push and maneuver carts containing filters, tools, and supplies.
• Must be able to lift weight up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to sit at a desk and operate a computer and keyboard with accuracy      and efficiency.
• Must be able to stand and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs
• Must be able to withstand both hot and cold atmosphere depending on weather      conditions.
• Able to climb all types of ladders