HVAC Instrumentation Technician - Austin Industrial (Taylor, TX)

HVAC Instrumentation Technician

The Journey Level Senior Technician is responsible for performing technical tasks in support of the operation and maintenance of utility systems, Fab support equipment, building maintenance or chemical and gas delivery equipment. Activities include support in execution of construction, design and specification documentation, the startup and operation of facilities, mechanical, chemical, waste and electrical systems. In addition, performs preventive maintenance and repair as required while logging equipment inefficiencies. Requires compliance with all health, safety and environmental management system guidelines.

• Troubleshooting: Responds to All Equipment and asset failures to support expedited return to service
• Technical Leader: Contributes to the development of business practices and techniques
• Coaching: Coaches Junior Level Technicians on the expectations of work execution Quality and Safety
• Innovator: Makes recommendations for new technologies and innovative system improvements in support of both in house and capital projects
• Commissioning: Ensures all project installations meet site specifications and are aligned with process spec
• Training: Contributes to training development that supports Technician skill growth
• QA/QC: Constantly monitors overall PM execution and reports back to Supervisor

Essential Responsibilities

• Receives some direction from Master Technician/TRs/Supervisors to prioritize non-routine daily tasks and/or projects.
• Supports execution of new assignment/projects based on the need of the department.
• Must have expert understanding of equipment/processes.
• Should demonstrate a deep level adaptability and the ability to change priorities based on the business needs.
• May provide mentoring to Junior Level Technicians.
• Has advanced understanding of SOPs.
• Works on high priority assignment that require a considerable amount of judgment and initiative.
• Completes tasks in innovative and effective ways.

• Performs Advanced Preventative/Corrective Maintenance: Tasked with completing PM/CPM improvement projects.
• Identifies areas of business process improvement opportunities and provides input as to which improvement projects need to be pursued.
• Troubleshoots complex issues that lower level technicians are unable to resolve.
• Decides which type of maintenance is needed, selects parts for replacement.
• Reviews and submits vendor invoices and payments.
• Coaches and train trains lower level technicians as needed.
• Networks with Master Tech, Operations, Engineering and controls to successfully facilitate completion of all activities assigned.
• May attend meetings to provide pass down for oncoming shifts.
• May participate on cross-functional teams.
• May conduct 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.
• Intermediate knowledge of relevant code regulations and ability to work independently within the broad scope of an objective.
• May require the ability to maintain a state license or certification as necessary (i.e., Journeyman License or CCST).
• 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.

Favorable Certs

• CCST Level I/II
• NCCER+
• Electrical License

Training/School

• HS Diploma or GED
• Trade School Diploma or Cert of Comp

Equipment Specific Training Certificates

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 vacancy. The 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. 

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