Industrial HVAC Technician / HVAC Mechanic

About INEOS Aromatics

INEOS Aromatics is a global chemical manufacturing company that produces products the polyester industry uses to make many of the things we use in our daily lives, such as clothes, carpets, furniture, automotive parts, and food packaging.  We employ 1,300 employees in sites in the United States, United Kingdom, Mainland China, Belgium, Indonesia, and Taiwan, with annual sales of $4 billion. Our diverse team of engineers, scientists and business professionals is dedicated to discovering solutions to some of the world's biggest challenges.

Current Opportunity

Job Title

Industrial HVAC Technician / HVAC Mechanic

Location

Wando, South Carolina

Schedule: Monday-Thursday 6:00am-4:30pm

The Position:

The HVAC Technician maintains, troubleshoots and repairs industrial and commercial HVAC equipment supporting building and process applications at the Cooper River Site. This hands-on role works with a variety of HVAC systems while also supporting general plant maintenance as needed.

Join an experienced, close-knit maintenance team and enjoy a four-day Monday-Thursday work schedule, technical variety, and a supportive environment that provides the tools and resources needed to succeed.

What you will do:

• Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot and repair industrial and commercial HVAC systems, including chillers, package units, mini-splits, exhaust fans, electrical components, controls, piping, pumps and air distribution systems.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions, identify root causes and work collaboratively with operations, engineering, contractors and equipment vendors to safely resolve issues.
• Support general plant maintenance beyond HVAC as needed, including minor repairs, installations and facility maintenance.
• Track refrigerant usage and maintain accurate equipment and maintenance records.
• Prepare permits to work and task risk assessments, ensuring work complies with company safety, environmental and operating procedures.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to improve equipment reliability, preventative maintenance programs and cost effectiveness.
• Maintain tools, shops, vehicles and work areas and contribute to a safe, positive and team-oriented work environment.
• Participate in periodic on-call and after-hours support, including nights, weekends and holidays when required.

What you will bring:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of relevant HVAC maintenance and repair experience in an industrial, manufacturing or commercial environment. Industrial/manufacturing experience preferred; residential-only HVAC experience does not meet the requirements of this role.
• EPA Section 608 Universal Refrigerant Certification required.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting and maintaining equipment such as chillers, package units, mini-splits, exhaust fans, pumps, controls and refrigeration/HVAC systems.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to read and follow technical, maintenance and safety procedures.
• Support general plant maintenance beyond HVAC and work collaboratively as part of the maintenance team.
• Participate in an on-call rotation, including nights, weekends and holidays when required.
• Successfully complete required pre-employment mechanical aptitude, reading and mathematics assessments.
• Additional HVAC-related certifications preferred.

Physical demands:

• The ability to routinely work in confined spaces for extended periods of time.
• The ability to routinely climb stairs & ladders that can exceed 200 feet in total span with break decks.
• The ability to lift & carry heavy objects up to 50 pounds in weight.
• The ability to put on respirators and other important safety equipment.
• Constant (67-100% of time) exerting over 50 pounds of force (lifting, pulling, pushing, torquing), standing, walking, climbing, bending, squatting, kneeling, reaching, carrying, repetitive motions.
• Working outside 67-100% of time in temperature extremes and noisy environment
• The willingness & ability to work in all weather conditions.

Legal Disclaimer: If you are selected for a position in the United States, your employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a post-offer/pre-placement drug test (and alcohol screening/medical examination if required by the role) as well as pre-placement verification of the information and qualifications provided during the selection process. INEOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.

Compensation & Benefits:

INEOS Aromatics offers a competitive benefits package to support employees and their dependents, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% automatic company contribution and a 100% match on the first 6% of employee contributions.
• Paid time off and additional wellness, financial, and lifestyle benefits.

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge and skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. Compensation decisions are carefully made based on the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

The Location:

This opportunity is located in Wando, South Carolina

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