HVAC Technician - Texarkana, AR

Goodyear. More Driven.

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For over a century, Goodyear has been redefining the boundaries of tire technology, producing innovative tires that deliver unparalleled performance for a diverse range of vehicles. Our success, however, is not just due to our cutting-edge products, but also to our outstanding workforce. We offer a unique work experience where no matter your role, you'll contribute to the development, manufacturing, and marketing of some of the world's most innovative tire products. We're looking for motivated individuals who can inspire greatness and understand that job satisfaction and career success start with support and investment. At Goodyear, we invest upwards of 1000 hours into our new hires, ensuring they can make quality products safely.

If you seek a rewarding, challenging career, join us on this exciting journey.

Base Pay: $33.55 an hour

Benefits: Competitive total rewards program for employees that promotes personal health, assists employees in maintaining a healthy balance between work and life and meets the diverse personal and professional needs.

• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
• 401K
• Opportunity for advancement and career development
• Competitive wages
• Paid vacation (after 1 year) & holidays (after 30 days)
• Employee discounts and wellness programs

The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC) Mechanic will be responsible for supporting the manufacturing process as well as comfort heating and cooling by troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, repair and installation of all tire related manufacturing and comfort heating and cooling HVAC equipment.  You will also be responsible for safety and housekeeping throughout the facility.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair multiple types of chillers and air conditioning systems
• High pressure centrifugal chillers
• Low pressure centrifugal chillers
• Screw compressor chillers
• Scroll compressor chillers
• Commercial rooftops
• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair steam, electric, and gas fired heating equipment
• Operate Johnson Controls Metasys building controls program
• Log or use computerized work order system for repair and maintenance activities performed
• Adhere to all EPA standards concerning the use of refrigerants
• Abide by safe work standards including Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO), Fall Protection, Confined Spaces, and appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Adhere to Goodyear's attendance policy
• Perform a variety of manual tasks in varying temperatures for extended periods of time, which may include lifting light to heavy materials, climbing, standing, squatting, bending, and working at heights when applicable
• Punctuality and attendance are extremely important to the success of the operations in general as well as contributing to an overall positive team atmosphere. Dependable job attendance is expected. Basic Computer skills preferred.

Shift Information: 12-hour shift, New hires would likely be placed onto the night shift.

• 2-2-3 continuous work schedule (This scheduling allows for some natural overtime and gives a three-day weekend every other week)

Work Environment: Texarkana, AR Plant

• The job is within a fast paced, heavy industrial environment and you may be required to work within various areas of the factory.
• The environmental conditions can be hot, cold, and noisy.
• Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures / guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as hearing and eye protection, protective clothing, and steel-toed shoes.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED or the Workforce Center's Career Readiness Certification (CRC) with a minimum of Silver Certificate level
• Must be at least 18 years of age 
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship now or in the future 
• Required to lift heavy materials, climb, stand, squat, bend and work at heights with or without reasonable accommodations
• 5 years of HVACR mechanic work experience
• Completion of formal HVACR classroom training classes from accredited program may be counted in part of experience (no more than 36 months of experience substation allowed)
• 2 years of Industrial and Commercial equipment experience (Non-Residential)
• Hold a Type I, II and III certification in accordance to Title 6, Section 608 of the EPA Clean Air Act. Certification must be through an EPA approved program.
• Hold an Arkansas Class A, HVAC contractor's license within 90 days of transfer into this classification. Failure to obtain and hold this license will result in disqualification. 

Goodyear is one of the world’s largest tire companies.  It employs about 62,000 people and manufactures its products in 46 facilities in 21 countries around the world.  Its two Innovation Centres in Akron, Ohio and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to   www.goodyear.com/corporate.

Goodyear is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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