HVAC Technician I

Our Frederick Manufacturing Center (FMC) creates life-changing medicines for people around the world and has been recognized by our local community as being a Top 50’ Business in Frederick and awarded Frederick County’s ‘Best Place to Work’. This distinctive biologic manufacturing facility, with over 800 employees, makes a direct contribution to treating people with cancer, respiratory and autoimmune conditions across the globe.  We work hard to deliver life-changing medicines to patients, and we take time to have fun and celebrate our accomplishments. From catered site festivities to competitive events, community outreach activities, environmental and wellness showcases and team-building functions, we take time to recognize our achievements and celebrate our diversity.  We are dedicated to creating a culture of inclusion and collaboration and are committed to continuous learning by offering ongoing skill building and training for our staff.  Fueled by our aspiration to deliver accelerated growth for our company and to make people’s lives better, there’s never been a more exciting time to join the team and shape the future of AstraZeneca Operations. 

The  HVAC Technician I is an entry-level, field-based role supporting the installation, startup, preventive maintenance, and repair of commercial heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. The position works under the guidance of senior technicians and supervisors to ensure efficient, safe, and compliant operation of mechanical systems in offices, healthcare, life sciences, retail, education, industrial, and mixed-use facilities.

Accountabilities

• Preventive Maintenance (PMs): Perform routine commercial PM tasks including filter and belt changes, coil cleaning, lubrication, drain maintenance, and visual inspections of electrical and mechanical components to maintain uptime and energy performance.
• Service Support and Repair: Assist in troubleshooting and repairing commercial equipment such as rooftop units (RTUs), split systems, heat pumps, air handlers, VAV/FPB boxes, fan coils, DOAS units, pumps, exhaust systems, and packaged units; escalate complex diagnostics appropriately.
• Installation and Startup: Support installation and commissioning activities (mounting equipment, basic piping and condensate routing, insulation, setting thermostats, verifying sensor placement following manufacturer procedures and site standards.
• Diagnostics and Data Collection: Use commercial-grade instruments to record pressures, superheat/subcooling, airflow, static pressure, delta-T, amperage, voltage, combustion readings, and BMS trend data; document findings and recommend corrective actions.
• Controls and BMS: Assist with building management systems (BMS) tasks such as checking setpoints, schedules, sensor calibration, and verifying alarm conditions; identify simple control wiring and configuration issues and report for resolution.
• Energy and Comfort: Support optimization tasks (economizer operation, ventilation rates, demand control ventilation checks, occupancy scheduling, and coil cleanliness) to balance comfort, IAQ, and energy efficiency.
• Compliance and Safety: Adhere to OSHA, EPA Section 608, lockout/tagout, confined space, ladder/rooftop safety, and company policies; handle refrigerants and chemicals responsibly and maintain proper records.
• Documentation: Complete work orders, PM checklists, parts requests, time entries, and service reports accurately and on time; maintain equipment histories and photographic evidence where required.
• Customer and Stakeholder Communication: Provide clear status updates to facility managers, tenants, and internal teams; explain work performed and next steps in professional, concise language.
• Tools, Inventory, and Housekeeping: Maintain tools, test equipment calibration, vehicle stock, and job-site cleanliness; identify parts and materials needed for efficient service delivery.
• Training and Development: Participate in OEM and internal training, follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), and build proficiency toward independent troubleshooting on commercial systems

Essential Experience/Skills

• 0–2 years of HVAC experience, ideally with exposure to commercial facilities; or military equivalent experience are valued.
• HS Diploma or GED
• Basic understanding of the refrigeration cycle, psychrometrics, airflow and duct systems, electrics (single/three-phase), hydronics (pumps, valves), and combustion basics; ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics, and submittals; familiarity with multimeters, manifold gauges, micron gauges, refrigerant scales, manometers, anemometers, and OEM/BAS mobile apps.
• Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, time management, and communication; team-oriented with the ability to follow direction and prioritize safely in active commercial environments.
• Work Environment: Frequent work on rooftops, mechanical rooms, occupied spaces, and outdoors in varying weather; exposure to noise, moving mechanical parts, and heights.
• Physical Demands: Lift and carry up to 50 lbs, climb ladders and stairs, stand/walk for extended periods, kneel/crouch, and perform repetitive tasks with hand and power tools.
• Schedule: Willingness to work occasional evenings/weekends, participate in on-call rotations, and travel between multiple customer sites as needed.

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $71,749.60 to $107,624.70 Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Date Posted

10-Mar-2026

Closing Date

Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.