Industrial HVAC Technician
Job Description
Industrial HVAC Technician
Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World
Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a diversity of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.
This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.
The Impact You’ll Make in this Role
As an Industrial HVAC technician, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:
* Know and apply the operating principles, purpose, proper application and design limitations of electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical circuits such as: Chillers, compressors, cooling towers, pumps, flow meters, fans, thermostats, humidistats, heat exchangers, and recorders
* Reads and works to the indicated accuracy, specifications, and tolerances as detailed on engineering drawings, machine assembly prints, machine construction prints, blueprints, sketches, equipment manuals, and vendor diagrams
* Sets up, operates, and reads precision testing and measuring instruments to the instrument manufacturer’s specification of accuracy. Precision testing and measuring instruments include devices such as leak detectors, pressure gages, thermometers, psychrometers, velometers, and similar devices
* Performs mathematical calculations including trigonometry, to determine dimensions, locations, angles, sizes, and shapes of piping systems and HVAC system characteristics
* Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment malfunctions and makes repairs or adjustments based on that diagnosis using repair parts, or by correcting existing parts, or by innovation to select substitute parts
* Plans and installs piping systems associated with HVAC systems by preparing sketches when necessary to describe parts or material required to make minor modifications or repairs
* Moves material and equipment using standard methods of rigging and hoisting
* Determines and uses proper metal joining techniques such as welding, brazing, and soldering. Work includes the preparation of pipe for welding or other methods of joining
* Sets up and operates shop equipment such as hand tools, wrenches, air and electric powered portable hand tools and machine tools: this includes pipe threader, tube bender, welder, and similar equipment
* Completes required shop paperwork and uses reporting system following established procedures. This includes Shop Work Order Records, Refrigerant Usage Forms, and other forms and records that may be required in the performance of the job or operation of the department
* Submits work method improvement suggestions, craft training suggestions, and other cost recommendations to shop supervisor
* This position may require working any shift. Working overtime, weekends, or holidays as needed
Your Skills and Expertise
To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M is looking for candidates who must have the following qualifications:
* High School Diploma
* Possess EPA Universal Refrigeration Certification
* Minimum of two (2) years of Industrial HVAC/R experience in a private, public, government, or military environment
* Possess a two (2) year technical degree or diploma from an accredited institution in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (completed and verified prior to start) OR possess minimum of five (5) years of Industrial HVAC/R experience in a private, public, government, or military environment
Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:
* Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in Industrial HVAC/R in a private, public, government, or military environment
* Current and valid Journeyman or Masters Refrigeration competency card from City of St. Paul or City of Minneapolis
* Knowledge of Siemens building automation
Pay & Benefits:
* The starting rate of pay for this position is $44.67. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences, and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/
Travel: May include up to 0%
Relocation Assistance: Not authorized
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).
Supporting Your Well-being
3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.
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