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Utility Tech-Mech Air Cond/Ref

Merck
2 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
West Point, PA, United States
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Job Description Are you looking for an exciting opportunity with a rapidly growing pharmaceutical manufacturer? If so, then this is the opportunity for you! FUNCTION: Including but not limited to Under the supervision of the Maintenance and Utilities Supervisor and direction of the maintenance team leader, installs, maintains, operates, calibrates, repairs and troubleshoots refrigeration, air conditioning and air volume equipment and associated control systems. In compliance with operating procedures, Company and Government regulations, and current Good Manufacturing Procedures, assures the quality of our products and services are of the highest priority. HVAC mechanics will perform maintenance on any equipment or facilities which their skills support in a compliant quality manner. HVAC mechanics are part of the Utilities Technician work group and will primarily share work assignments within their job grouping with no inherent or “system imposed” limits. Based on business needs, Utilities Technicians will perform maintenance activities including crossing between job groupings where skills are common. Work assignments, building and equipment are not exclusive to any craft, job grouping, or employee. Position may include some responsibility for maintaining significant business systems (e.g., CMMS data, planning, procurement, and scheduling) including the authority to assign, coordinate, and maintain work for others. EQUIPMENT: Including but not limited to Portable and fixed power and hand tools oxyacetylene torch, chemical cleaning equipment, protective clothing and safety devices, gauge manifolds, electronic/electric/pneumatic measuring devices, two-way radios, portable vacuum pumps, various refrigerant/heat transfer/lubrication media containers and handling equipment, maintenance rigging equipment. BAS keyboard/CRI ad CFC (chlorofluorocarbons), HCFC, and HFC leak detection reclaiming, recycling, recovery systems. DUTIES: Including but not limited to Installs, maintains, calibrates, repairs/overhauls, and operates air conditioning and refrigeration equipment, including compressors, pumps, evaporators, expansion valves, solenoid valves, controls, condensers, and related components. Ensures compliance with CFC regulations and certification requirements, minimizing refrigerant losses and maximizing recovery through effective leak detection, maintenance procedures, and the use of reclaiming, recycling, and recovery equipment. Troubleshoots and adjusts HVAC systems and air volume control equipment to maintain proper temperature, humidity, and airflow conditions. Monitors and measures HVAC filter pressure drop and replaces filters as necessary while observing all system integrity and safety requirements. Cleans HVAC coils, evaporators, and condensers using chemicals, compressed air, specialized cleaning agents, high-pressure wash units, and other approved methods to maintain equipment performance. Repairs and adjusts refrigeration systems to maintain design parameters, including temperature, pressure, and level control. Utilizes Building Automation Systems (BAS) to monitor lyophilization systems, manufacturing and research environments, refrigeration units, incubators, and related equipment. Operates BAS terminals to monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain system performance consistent with required operating conditions while adhering to change control procedures. Responds to alarms generated by monitoring systems and makes routine decisions regarding response priorities. Escalates unusual problems and situations to supervision as appropriate. Carries a radio as directed to support timely communication of issues. Works from work orders and preventive maintenance checklists and maintains required work records and logs in a cGMP-compliant manner, including daily labor documentation. Performs routine rigging and alignment work required for refrigeration system maintenance. Communicates professionally and effectively with supervisors regardi…

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