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HVAC and Refrigeration Specialist - Boron Fiber Plant
Company: Specialty Materials Location: Lowell, MA
HVAC and Refrigeration Specialist - Boron Fiber Plant
Position: Refrigeration Systems Specialist
Training: Comprehensive on-the-job program
Schedule: Regular 8-hour shifts with on-call rotation
PERFECT FOR EXPERIENCED HVAC/R PROFESSIONALS WITH:
- Advanced refrigeration system certification
- Cascade refrigeration system experience
- Industrial HVAC equipment maintenance expertise
- Low-temperature refrigeration knowledge (-120°F systems)
- Experience with R-404A and R-508B refrigerants
- Troubleshooting skills for complex industrial systems
- Understanding of process cooling applications
COMPENSATION PACKAGE
- Starting Salary: $75,000-$85,000
- After Proficiency: $85,000-$95,000
- Additional: On-call differential, overtime opportunities
- Benefits: Comprehensive health/dental/vision, 401(k) matching, PTO, safety incentives and bonuses
THE TECHNICAL WORK YOU'LL DO:
- System Maintenance: Apply your knowledge of cascade refrigeration systems to maintain critical process cooling for boron trichloride recovery
- Equipment Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair issues with industrial refrigeration units including compressors, evaporators, and condensers
- Low-Temperature Expertise: Maintain systems operating at extremely low temperatures (-105°F to -128°F) using specialized refrigerants
- Technical Monitoring: Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on roof-mounted refrigeration units
- Safety Compliance: Ensure all refrigeration systems operate within safety parameters in a chemical processing environment
FAMILIAR EQUIPMENT YOU'LL WORK WITH:
- Cascade refrigeration systems (R-404A/R-508B)
- Syltherm oil circulation systems
- Industrial compressors and heat exchangers
- Vapor expansion tanks
- Control systems and instrumentation
- Refrigerant dehydrators and purification systems
HOW YOUR HVAC/R KNOWLEDGE APPLIES:
- Cascade Systems: Understanding of multi-stage refrigeration for ultra-low temperature applications
- Refrigerant Management: Expertise with handling specialized refrigerants including proper recovery and recycling
- Mechanical Aptitude: Ability to maintain and repair industrial-scale refrigeration equipment
- Safety Protocols: Experience working with high-pressure systems and hazardous refrigerants
- Preventive Maintenance: Identifying issues before they cause system failure in critical process equipment
WHAT WE'LL TEACH YOU:
- Specific facility protocols for our unique manufacturing environment
- Integration of refrigeration systems with the chemical recovery process
- Safety procedures for working around boron trichloride and other chemicals
- Specialized maintenance scheduling to maintain continuous operations
CAREER GROWTH PATH:
- Advance to Senior HVAC/R Specialist
- Potential for Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
- Opportunities for cross-training in other plant systems
- Technical leadership role in facility upgrades and improvements
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma with specialized HVAC/R technical training
- EPA Universal certification
- 5+ years experience in industrial refrigeration systems
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to pass safety-related medical assessments
- Willingness to be on-call for emergency repairs
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Drug/alcohol screening and background check
- Pulmonary function and physical examination
- Documentation of relevant HVAC/R certifications
- Professional references demonstrating industrial refrigeration experience
Instructions to Apply:
Via Indeed or at www.specmaterials.com “Contact Us”
