Maintenance Technician - HVAC

Company: BAXTER
Location: Hickory
Posted on: February 11, 2026

Job Description:

This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. Your Role at Baxter This is where we make life-saving products The HVAC Technician, Maintenance - Manufacturing is a Salaried Non-Exempt position which contributes to our mission of saving and sustaining lives by ensuring safe and efficient operation of plant manufacturing equipment through hands on maintenance and maintenance related initiatives. Your Team Baxter is focused on saving and sustaining lives by finding solutions to complex problems. Each day, the manufacturing team strives to create quality products for our customers—and are sometimes met with unforeseen issues to tackle. The high-caliber talent at Baxter meets these challenges head-on, as a team, to create products with the customer's needs top-of-mind. What we offer from Day One - Medical, Dental and Vision coverage - 160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays - 401K match - Employee Stock Purchase Program - Paid Parental Leave - Tuition Reimbursement What you'll be doing - Directly supports PMT, TPM, and energy reduction activities through team membership, innovative thinking, and completion of assigned projects. - Coordinate with Engineering and perform equipment modifications to include the required change control documentation (CMR/EWR) - Involved in safety solutions - Act as a resource in B-4 mechanic and manufacturing operator skill training. - Understand the use of predictive maintenance tools - Develop opportunities to use predictive tools by attending training and then training others in Laser Alignment - Vibration Analysis – Infrared – Ultrasonic - Develop tools (jigs) for standard equipment checks - Preventative Maintenance generation and or refinement of existing PMs - Analyze machine failures for root cause and implement corrective actions - Assist in annual inspections - Monitor parts spending and reliability trends - Use a laptop to communicate with PLCs and Servos to diagnose issues - Use a drawing package, multi-meter and other diagnostic equipment to determine electrical issues - Diagnose mechanical wear, alignment, adjustment, and setup issues - Develop standard work for troubleshooting and setups/changeovers - Ability to use a standard set of HVAC gages to fix and or charge a unit. - New Equipment installs – works with engineers, vendors, and equipment suppliers - Installation support – act as lead technician on floor, advising central maintenance and other supporting groups - Factory acceptance testing – works with engineer and quality to accept new equipment which could include being willing to travel with overnight stays for factory acceptance and training - Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (Pro) for maintenance related SOPs - Proficient in CMR, EWR, Cleaning reports, and other equipment related documentation as applicable to the area - Advise the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety, quality or discrepancy issues occur - Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles - Learn, understand and apply rigorous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) - This position requires the ability to work in tight or confined spaces - This position involves working around moving equipment - Can include working in a Class I, Class II, Class III or Class IV Controlled Environment which may include the following dress/gowning requirements: safety glasses, ear plugs, hairnet, beard cover, isolation mask, gown, hood, boots or shoe covers, face shield, insulated gloves and disposable gloves What you'll bring - High School Diploma, GED or equivalent - Must be at least 18 years of age - The ability to get you universal HVAC certification within 6 months of taking the position - Minimum of 5 years of mechanical systems repair, industrial maintenance or equivalent is required - Must have basic English written and oral communication skills adequate to communicate with other team members - Understand verbal and written safety and quality instructions and read and comprehend written work instructions including words and drawings - Must be able to perform basic mathematics - Basic computer skills required - Well organized - Self-motivated to achieve goals and require little supervision - Ability to develop a concept from general requirements - The position requires the ability to individually lift and carry up to 50 pounds - The position requires an individual to clime and crawl in tight spaces - Must be able to bend/stoop, squat, reach above shoulder level, reach at or below shoulder level, twist and bend at the neck, twist and bend at the waist and balance - Normal visual acuity is necessary including the ability to distinguish colors. Preferred Qualifications - Universal HVAC certificate - Associates degree in a technical related discipline (i.e. Industrial Maintenance) Other Duties as Assigned This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Overtime is worked as required. We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $46,400 - $63,800 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. LI-EB1 US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico) This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Equal Employment Opportunity Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic. Reasonable Accommodations Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the Recruitment Fraud Notice Baxter has discovered incidents of employment scams, where fraudulent parties pose as Baxter employees, recruiters, or other agents, and engage with online job seekers in an attempt to steal personal and/or financial information. To learn how you can protect yourself, review our . By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted to the Employer by SonicJobs. 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