HVAC / Refrigerant Maintenance Technician
Elanco · Clinton, IN
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Pharma & life sciences
- Posted
- 25 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Elanco (pharma & life sciences) in Clinton, IN. In this role, you will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot equipment issues, support continuous improvement efforts, and collaborate with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to maximize equipment reliability and performance.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage · relocation help
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.
Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1616 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 68 other live reliability postings in Indiana.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
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- PLC 52%
- Team leadership 48%
- Welding 39%
- Root cause 22%
- Robotics 20%
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This plant: Elanco in Clinton
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Your Role: HVAC / Refrigerant Maintenance Technician
As an HVAC / Refrigerant Maintenance Technician, you will be part of the Site Utilities team responsible for ensuring the reliable operation, maintenance, and repair of critical utility and HVAC systems that support manufacturing operations. In this role, you will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot equipment issues, support continuous improvement efforts, and collaborate with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to maximize equipment reliability and performance.
Your
Responsibilities
- ◆Perform preventive maintenance on process and utility chillers, HVAC systems, exhaust fans, laboratory hoods, and related equipment, including seasonal servicing.
- ◆Troubleshoot, repair, and improve chiller and HVAC equipment while supporting emergency response during on-call rotations as needed.
- ◆Support predictive maintenance initiatives by utilizing technologies such as vibration analysis and eddy current testing to improve equipment reliability.
- ◆Partner with operations, engineering, maintenance, and external contractors to coordinate equipment downtime, communicate repair activities, and implement continuous improvements.
- ◆Maintain technical knowledge, participate in training and performance development activities, and contribute to a collaborative team environment by sharing knowledge and supporting fellow technicians.
to Succeed (minimum qualifications)
- ✓Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Associate Degree or technical/vocational training in refrigeration or a related field preferred.
- ✓Required Experience: Mechanical aptitude with experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial HVAC and chiller systems.
- ✓Top Skills: HVAC/chiller maintenance and repair; strong troubleshooting, communication, and teamwork skills.
- ✓Current EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification or the ability to obtain certification.
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (preferred qualifications)
- ✓Associate Degree in Refrigeration, HVAC, or a related technical discipline.
- ✓Experience with industrial process chillers, utility systems, and commercial HVAC equipment.
- ✓Experience supporting predictive maintenance programs, including vibration analysis and eddy current testing.
- ✓Knowledge of continuous improvement practices and equipment reliability initiatives.
- ✓Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams while maintaining composure in fast-paced or emergency situations.
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At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!
As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose – all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People.
At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.
Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today!
Additional Information
- •Location: Clinton, IN Manufacturing Site
- •Position supports the entire manufacturing site with primary responsibility for utility and HVAC systems.
- •This position will initially work four 10-hour shifts (Monday–Thursday or Tuesday–Friday) for approximately six months (duration may vary based on business needs). Following this initial period, the position will transition to a rotating 12-hour shift schedule.
- •Participation in an on-call rotation and overtime may be required.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!
Elanco Benefits and Perks
We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:
- •Multiple relocation packages
- •8-week parental leave
- •9 Employee Resource Groups
- •Annual bonus offering
- •Up to 6% 401K matching
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