Sr HVAC Mechanic

The Asahi Kasei Group operates with a commitment of creating for tomorrow.  Our business sectors, Material, Homes, and Health Care, contribute to the development of society by anticipating the changing needs of those around the world. We look for candidates that offer a fresh perspective and a variety of skills to help us achieve our commitment.

We are currently seeking applications to fill the following job opening at Celgard where we develop and manufacture membrane battery separators that are critical components used in lithium-ion batteries for electric drive vehicles (EDVs) and energy storage systems (ESS).

Company:

Celgard, LLC

Job Description:

HVAC Mechanic

Celgard – Concord, NC

We are seeking an HVAC Mechanic to be a part of the Maintenance team based in Concord, NC.   This position directly reports to the Electrical Supervisor and does not supervise others. 

This is a day shift position. Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm.

Education Background:

• High school diploma and HVAC related certification with 3+ years of experience, or associates degree in related technical field with 2+ years of experience in an industrial environment maintaining and repairing HVAC systems
• EPA Clean Air Section 608 License preferred; it will be required to complete it if hired
• NC Electrician License preferred
• NC Fire Sprinkler Maintenance Technician License preferred
• Special courses in electrical, pneumatic, facility monitoring/control and power plant systems are preferred
• NC Electrician License preferred
• NC Fire Sprinkler Maintenance Technician License preferred
• Special courses in electrical, pneumatic, facility monitoring/control and power plant systems are preferred
• PIV equipment license for forklifts, man lifts, etc. preferred

Knowledge & Experience: 

• Ability to troubleshoot a wide range of AC/DC electrical systems required
• Ability to repair and/or replace electrical components that make up HVAC systems required
• Must be able to work at heights up to 30 feet, lift and carry up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, bend and twist in order to reach remote equipment
• Must be able to work overtime as needed; must also be willing to work a 2nd or 3rd shift schedule when required
• Must be willing to carry a cell phone for coverage and site wide communication
• Proficiency with computers and computer applications (MS Office, Word, Excel)n is required
• Ability to use special tools and equipment to install and maintain HVAC systems is required; tools include but are not limited to hammers, wrenches, electric drills, pipe cutters, metal cutters, benders, thermometers, pressure gauges, manometers, acetylene torches, and volt meters, etc.
• Experience driving powered industrial vehicles (PIV) such as forklifts, man lifts, etc. is preferred

Key Attributes:

• Must have the ability to work on a high performing team, contributing to an environment where open and honest communication is the norm
• Ability to build effective workplace relationships, motivating co-workers, and supporting co-worker development is required
• Must be able to deal with conflict productively, bringing forth issues that need to be discussed and work to forge a mutually beneficial outcome
• Must have the desire to be empowered and work in a collaborative environment

• Operating, maintaining, inspecting, testing and repairing engineering facility systems. Systems include electrical, (HVAC), heating, ventilating, air conditioning, plumbing, water, air, fire facility monitoring and Building Automation System.
• Understand Cleanroom HEPA filtration systems, cleanroom requirements and protocol
• Understanding of complete HVAC system monitoring best practices of optimum manufacturing run conditions
• Utilizes technical publications, diagrams, etc., to accomplish maintenance, repair and the ordering of material and equipment.
• Accomplishes required services for (HVAC) systems that utilize Freon (CFC-HCFC)
• Operate PIV equipment (forklifts, man lifts, etc.)
• Repair and/or replace electrical components
• Maintain screw type chillers and water cooled air handlers
• Maintains operations and maintenance records
• Work collaboratively with others; lead and participate on cross-functional teams
• Follow all Celgard safety guidelines and procedures; plan safety into projects and tasks
• Must keep all Celgard information CONFIDENTIAL.

• Sincerity – Being sincere with everyone
• Challenge – Bolding taking challenges, continually seeking change
• Creativity – Creating new value through unity and synergy

This position is in a manufacturing plant setting that would require working in a production environment around chemicals.  Work will require standing and walking for up to 80% of the time.  Lighting and temperature are adequate.  You may be required to lift up to 35 pounds and/or force necessary to push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

Celgard manufacturing sites are IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certified.

• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits, effective 1st day of the month
• Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account
• Vacation + 8 Paid Holidays + 24 Hours of Floating Holidays
• 401K Safe Harbor Contribution + Matching
• Paid Parental Leave after a Year of Employment
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life & Disability Insurances

For more than 50 years, Celgard has proven itself as a global leader in the development and production of high-performance membrane technology. Celgard specializes in solvent-free, dry-process, microporous membranes used as separators that are a major component of lithium-ion batteries that power a broad range of electric vehicles (EV) and energy storage systems (ESS). Celgard® membrane is also used in specialty applications such as satellites and military installations as well as other barrier-type applications like technical textiles for waterproof and breathable apparel. Headquartered in the United States, we operate manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and China and have sales and technical service staff located strategically throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. 

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