Industrial HVAC Controls Technician I
@ Abbott

Liberty, SC
$74,880
On Site
Full Time
Posted 22 days ago

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About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader helping people live more fully at every stage of life. With a portfolio that spans diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic medicines, its 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Job Overview

The Industrial HVAC Controls Technician I provides 24/7 skilled trade maintenance support for industrial HVAC and chiller systems at the manufacturing site. The role is performed collaboratively by two team members to ensure continuous coverage, including potential remote or on-call support outside regular hours.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform Test and Balance, HVAC troubleshooting, and Preventative Maintenance.
  • Assist facility engineering with commissioning and installation of HVAC upgrades.
  • Support control systems for heating, cooling, chiller, and humidification operations.
  • Diagnose and resolve issues on electronic, digital, and pneumatic control systems.
  • Work with building automation systems, including Johnson Controls (Metasys) and Microsoft Office tools.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Associate’s or Technical Degree in HVAC or Controls (preferred over high school diploma).
  • Universal EPA Certification; Type II or Type III EPA Certification is a plus.
  • Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills in electronic, digital, and pneumatic systems.
  • Knowledge of air and hydronic systems, chillers, boilers, and 3-phase electrical systems.
  • Excellent communication skills to explain technical details to non-technical audiences.
  • Detail-oriented with a professional, customer-service mindset.

Compensation

The base pay range is $24.50 to $49.00 per hour, with variations by location.

Key Skills/Competency

  • HVAC Maintenance
  • Controls Troubleshooting
  • Building Automation Systems
  • Test and Balance
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Commissioning
  • Electrical Systems
  • Troubleshooting
  • EPA Certification
  • Technical Communication
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How to Get Hired at Abbott

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize Your Resume: Highlight HVAC maintenance and troubleshooting experience.
  • Tailor Your Cover Letter: Address specific skills requested by Abbott.
  • Research Abbott: Understand its global healthcare impact and culture.
  • Practice Technical Interviews: Prepare to discuss building automation systems.
  • Showcase Certifications: Emphasize relevant EPA and technical credentials.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review HVAC system schematics thoroughly.
Practice diagnostics on electronic control systems.
Study building automation system configurations.
Review 3-phase electrical troubleshooting techniques.

Behavioral Questions

Describe teamwork in critical maintenance.
Explain managing on-call stress.
Detail communicating technical issues clearly.
Illustrate problem-solving under pressure.

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