HVAC Technician presso HANOVER FOODS CORPORATION

Description

The HVAC Technician ensures reliable, efficient, and safe operation of all heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems across our facilities. This role focuses on maximizing system uptime, supporting production schedules, and minimizing costs through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and timely repairs. The HVAC Technician plays a key role in maintaining optimal product quality, facility conditions, and compliance with safety standards.  This position supports the Corporate offices and also requires regular travel to all Plant facilities to ensure system performance, conduct inspections, and provide on-site technical assistance.

• Maintains continuous operation of HVAC systems to support 24/7 production needs, including flexibility in work hours during peak/harvest seasons.
• Partners with the Operations Management to confirm all HVAC equipment supports production schedules and product specifications.
• Develops, implements, and monitors preventive maintenance programs for HVAC systems across all facilities.
• Travels between Corporate offices and all Plant facilities to perform inspections, troubleshoot issues, facilitate repairs, and ensure HVAC systems meet operational and compliance standards.
• Collaborates with Maintenance Managers to ensure proper product, cooler, and freezer temperatures are consistently achieved and maintained.
• Evaluates, updates, and improves HVAC procedures, standards, and equipment on an ongoing basis.
• Accurately records and reports production, cooling, and freezing performance data in a timely manner.
• Leads and supports safety initiatives, including:
  • Conducting safety orientation and training for employees.
  • Enforcing safe work practices and correcting unsafe conditions.
  • Investigating accidents and mitigating hazards.
• Oversees the installation, layout, and system flow of HVAC equipment to align with facility and production needs.
• Expedites emergency repairs to reduce downtime and maintain production continuity.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Facilities/Maintenance Manager.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical education in HVAC, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on HVAC maintenance/repair experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• EPA Section 608 Certification required.
• Solid knowledge of mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, and control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and diagnostics using specialized tools/meters.
• Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) preferred.
• Up to 30% travel required.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.